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Metacrime in the metaverse: Nothing sci-fi about this reality

buy this article By Kotie Geldenhuys; Photos courtesy of Pixabay In 1992, a visionary author named Neal Stephenson introduced the world to a ground-breaking concept in his science fiction novel Snow Crash. Within its pages, he coined the term “metaverse” – a digital universe where characters could escape their bleak realities by diving into a

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Minister of Police ordered to pay damages to a four-month-old baby for baby’s unlawful detention

buy this article By Brig Dirk Lambrechts IntroductionThe plaintiff (Afrikaans: “eiser”) (whose particulars are not mentioned), instituted a civil claim for damages based on alleged unlawful arrest and detention against the Minister of Police, before the High Court in Mbombela in Mpumalanga. The plaintiff was arrested by D/Const Eddie Ndlazi who was stationed at Matsulu

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Technology-facilitated gender-based violence: A growing threat

buy this article By Kotie GeldenhuysPhoto courtesy of Pixabay In a rapidly evolving world, digital technology and virtual spaces have become a powerful force, reshaping our daily lives and altering the way people communicate, work and learn. As technology advances, it opens doors to new possibilities, offering a pathway towards sustainable growth and economic progress.

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PIG BUTCHERING: The scam that fattens you for “the kill”

buy this article By Kotie GeldenhuysPhoto courtesy of Pixabay Criminals make millions of dollars from scams such as business e-mail compromise fraud and other scams. But the newer kid on the block is a scam called “pig butchering” – it links investment schemes often involving cryptocurrencies with online romantic relationships (Titterington, 2024). Also known as

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“LIVE” & SHOCKING: The dark side of livestreamed crimes

buy this article Article by Kotie GeldenhuysPhotos courtesy of Unsplash; FreePik & Pexels When livestreaming first appeared on the Internet, it was hailed as a revolutionary way to connect people. The idea was simple: anyone, anywhere, could share their experiences with the world, allowing others to witness events they might never have had the chance

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