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Jason Bannier
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Writer, Gadget
Johannesburg
Beats
Technology
I don't cover anything if it doesn't have to do with Fashion.
Content
By Jason Bannier| Gadget Verified South African artists were discovered by first-time listeners over 1.1-billion times on Spotify in 2024 – a 55% increase since 2023. This is revealed in the 2025Spotifytransparency report, titled Loud and Clear, which shows significant growth in the local music industry.
By Jason Bannier| Gadget Verified Dell Technologies is scaling up its use of ocean-bound plastics in product design, building on a long-standing initiative that has already removed more than 8,000 metric tons of plastic from the environment. “In our new range of eco bags, each one is labelled with the number of bottles taken from the ocean that were used to manufacture it,” said Daniel Collett, marketing lead of Dell SA, during a recent media briefing.
By Jason Bannier| Gadget Verified While technology is often seen as cold and impersonal, empathy has become a growing focus in app design. First National Bank (FNB) says it has embraced this shift, placing human connection at the heart of its banking app. “Customers want an emotional connection,” said Lytania Johnson, CEO of FNB personal segment, during a recent media briefing in Johannesburg.
Company Info
Gadget
Gadget is an integrated development platform that streamlines full-stack web application development. It combines essential components such as backend, frontend, database, and custom API management into a single environment, allowing developers to build, run, and scale web apps efficiently with AI assistance. The platform is designed for speed and ease of use, making it suitable for various app types, including Shopify and BigCommerce apps, custom web applications, and specialized applications like CRMs and blogs. The platform features an AI-assisted development assistant that automates coding, debugging, deployment, and scaling processes. It includes built-in integrations for common functionalities, an integrated development environment (IDE) for seamless coding and deployment, and automatic hosting to simplify infrastructure management. Gadget targets developers and businesses looking to accelerate their web app development lifecycle, providing a comprehensive solution for creating modern, scalable applications quickly.
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Founded: 2020