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Mobile operator 8ta accuses Cell C of double standards, as the newcomer appeals to ICASA for asymmetrical interconnect rates.
 
Mobile operator 8ta accuses Cell C of double standards, as the newcomer appeals to ICASA for asymmetrical interconnect rates.
Cell C is schizophrenic, says 8ta

Cell C comes under fire from the mobile newcomer for reversing its position on asymmetrical interconnect rates.

Yahoo struggles to keep up

The search engine's forecasts prove to be uninspiring, as Google and Facebook trounce its dominance.

Samsung to combine phone, TV software

Developers are working on the joint software platform, which will see TVs and cellphones share interfaces.

RIM, Apple go head-to-head

The Apple CEO's barbs made no sense outside of his company's "distortion field", says RIM's co-CEO.

Office heads to the cloud

Microsoft hopes the cloud-based Office, provided at a cheaper rate, will extend its customer base and beat back rival Google.

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Mohlala appointed consumer body head

The axed DOC DG will be named Consumer Commission head, and hopes to put the communications debacle behind her.

Cipro poised for failure

Court delays hold up a vital IT overhaul that must be ready by April.

Kelly hits out at 'fronting' report

Ousted deputy CEO Mthunzi Mdwaba is believed to face charges of spending R233 000 on a report that alleges Kelly overstated its empowerment status.

Astronomy Desk rejuvenates SKA bid

The calibre of scientists elected to the Astronomy Desk inspires international confidence, says the Democratic Alliance.

DOC talks broadband strategy

The Department of Communications considers global strategies to improve broadband quality and roll-out in SA.

Vodacom sees earnings growth

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