In arguably this year’s most eye-raising acquisition to date, Facebook has acquired popular messaging service WhatsApp for a cool $19 billion (R190 billion). FULL STORY >

Both WeChat and WhatsApp have introduced a version update boasting new features that add to the capability of each of the apps. FULL STORY >

MTN reveals that a suspect has been arrested in a case of theft involving R5 million worth of airtime. FULL STORY >

Nokia reveals its latest Asha feature phone in the Asha 210, which sports a physical keyboard that features a dedicated WhatsApp button. FULL STORY >

Google is reportedly ready to buy WhatsApp for a cool $1 billion. FULL STORY >

BlackBerry Z10 users now have access to a BBM alternative, with the availability of Whatsapp on BlackBerry World. FULL STORY >

The PC Medic addresses some questions posed by TechSmart readers. FULL STORY >

Check out our in-depth review of the Sapphire ATI Radeon HD 5770, a graphics card that delivers a ton of graphical horsepower while accommodating your wallet at the same time. FULL STORY >