Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 21 March 2026

1. Use of This Publication

Top Stories is a weekly newsletter published by First Technology Group. By accessing, reading, or subscribing to Top Stories you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of this publication and unsubscribe.

2. Intellectual Property

All content, including articles, summaries, analysis, and commentary, is the property of First Technology Group and its author, Barry Neethling. You may not reproduce, redistribute, or republish any content without prior written permission.

3. Subscriber Obligations

Subscribers must provide accurate personal information when registering. Subscriptions are for individual use and may not be shared, forwarded in bulk, or redistributed without authorisation. First Technology Group reserves the right to revoke access at any time.

4. Personal Information & Data Usage

When you subscribe, we collect your name, email address, and optionally your company name. This information is used solely for the purpose of delivering the Top Stories newsletter and managing your subscription. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

By subscribing, you explicitly consent to the storage and processing of your personal data as described above. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting the publisher or using the unsubscribe link provided in each issue.

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party References

Top Stories may reference products, services, trademarks, or content belonging to third parties such as Microsoft Corporation. All third-party trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. References are made for informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement or affiliation.

6. Modifications

First Technology Group reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Continued use of the publication after changes have been made constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.


Errors & Omissions Disclaimer

No Warranties

The information provided in Top Stories is for general informational purposes only. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, First Technology Group and the author make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in the publication.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, First Technology Group, its employees, and contributors shall not be held liable for any loss or damage, including without limitation indirect or consequential loss or damage, arising from or in connection with the use of information provided in this publication.

Not Professional Advice

Content in Top Stories does not constitute professional, legal, financial, or technical advice. Readers should seek independent professional counsel before making decisions based on any information contained herein. Licensing information, pricing, and product details are subject to change by their respective vendors without notice.

Errors & Omissions

While we strive for accuracy, errors and omissions may occur. If you identify any inaccuracy, please contact us so that we may issue a correction. Past issues are not retroactively updated unless a material error is identified.

External Links

This publication may contain links to external websites. First Technology Group has no control over the content or availability of those sites and accepts no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from their use.


Contact

For questions regarding these terms, please contact the publisher at First Technology Group, Midrand, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.