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Plain-spoken guides to crypto, forex, payments and property — written by people who build the products, reviewed by the people accountable for them.

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No, AI won’t kill software development

You’ve probably heard that AI will eat your job and your livelihood within the next few years and you’re no doubt terrified of where this is all going. Let’s break this down.

80eight Team2 min read
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Students are blowing their study grants on gambling

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 on everyone’s screens, online gambling has gone through the roof.

80eight Team2 min read
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The miracle of compounding: Why time is the investor’s greatest ally

A recent X post by Professor Aswath Damodaran, one of the world’s leading authorities on valuation, reminded millions of the quiet power of compounding.

80eight Team2 min read
Crypto

Crypto vs Stocks: Which Should South Africans Choose?

The debate between crypto and stocks has been running for years. Both sides have strong arguments. Both sides have also been spectacularly wrong at various points.

80eight Team3 min read
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How 80eight's Digital Wallet Works: A Complete Guide

80eight is a South African digital wallet built for people who want to manage ZAR and digital assets in one place alongside instant payments and multi-currency tools.

80eight Team3 min read
Forex

The Rand Is Weakening: How to Protect Your Money

If you've been watching the USD/ZAR rate for any length of time, you've noticed a pattern. The rand weakens. It recovers a little. Then it weakens again.

80eight Team3 min read
Crypto

What Is KYC and Why Do Crypto Platforms Need It?

You've tried to sign up for a crypto platform and been asked to upload your ID. Maybe your face. Maybe proof of address. And you've wondered: why do they need all of this?

80eight Team3 min read
Crypto

5 Ways to Earn Passive Income with Crypto in South Africa

Can you earn passive income with crypto in South Africa? Here are 5 legitimate ways to make your crypto work for you, with a clear view of the risks.

80eight Team3 min read
News

Can you really use AI agents to make you money?

In a recent Moneyweb Crypto podcast, Silver Sixpence CEO Carel de Jager related a fascinating – but true – story of Truth Terminal, an AI agent that launched a hugely profitable…

80eight Team2 min read
Forex

How to Convert USD to ZAR: Best Options in South Africa

Need to convert USD to ZAR in South Africa? Compare your options, understand the real cost, and find the best rate available to you. You've got dollars. You need rands.

80eight Team2 min read
Payments

PayShap vs EFT vs Instant Payments: What's the Difference?

PayShap, EFT, RTC (Real Time Clearance) — what's actually the difference? A plain guide to South Africa's payment methods for businesses and individuals in 2025.

80eight Team3 min read
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SpaceX and super bubble building in stock markets

Legendary crisis investor Doug Casey believes the anticipated IPOs of SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic are all signs of a giant bubble about to wheeze out of control.

80eight Team3 min read