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The Editor's Desk - Thurs 5 Feb 2026: AI’s software apocalypse and the derangement of propaganda

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In today’s analysis, I’ve unpacked how Anthropic’s new AI tools are dismantling the corporate software world and why the latest Epstein disclosures have the British establishment—and Peter Mandelson—under fire. I also take a look at the "derangement" in Zimbabwe, where government propaganda about bumper crops is being met with the reality of empty shops.

5 Feb 4AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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