In today's technology roundup: MS slims virtualisation offering, MP3 leads way, Facebook offers free classifieds, girls targeted for Japanese gaming, and senators oppose Net radio fees.
In this World Wide Wrap: Indian printing spend rises, Epson voted 'best in class', and HP's common access card.
The Department of Communications says its 2010 technology plans, which are in line with guarantees required by FIFA, are at a mature stage.
Government gives the impression that it doesn't care about the local software industry, delegates at the Software Engineering Colloquium said.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
In this week's tech news roundup, Microsoft, this week hosted its AI, A New Era event in Johannesburg. At the event, Microsoft South Africa and Youth Employment Service signed a new partnership agreement that seeks to provide artificial intelligence skills to 300 000 South African youth. Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #microsoft #evehicle https://www.itweb.co.za/content/o1Jr5MxPQgyMKdWL https://www.itweb.co.za/content/raYAyMorZx37J38N https://www.itweb.co.za/content/Olx4zMkaQEBv56km https://www.itweb.co.za/content/kLgB17ezgXXM59N4 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/mQwkoM6YENn73r9A
SITA could find itself regressing to historically poor performance if a new CEO is not appointed, says industry.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Official statistics paint a rosy picture of a system perceived to be deeply flawed.
PPPs to fast-track digital transformation
Hosted in partnership with ITWeb Brainstorm and BCX, a Public Sector in ICT Forum event took place at Protea Fire & Ice in Menlyn on 17 August. Attendees could benchmark with industry leaders who have entered successful PPPs and engage in meaningful conversation to foster change in the digital journey of both the public and private sector. #ppp #digitaltransformation #bcx
In this World Wide Wrap: Flawed exit plan pushed through, tough love in cafeteria lunch line, biometrics for US Armed Services, and Fujitsu wins award.
Is it na"ive to expect the powers-that-be to ensure that those people tasked with running the country are themselves without disrepute?
But vision is not enough, some political will is also required, says an Intel director.
Mapping the digital transformation journey
MTN and Microsoft partnered with Brainstorm magazine in hosting three executive roundtables at The Saxon on 21 June. The conversations that took place focused on the digital transformation journey for the public sector, enterprise and SME markets. #mtn #microsoft #digitaltransformation
eNatis developer Tasima will hand over the system at month's end, provided it works to specification.
In a passing reference to the trouble experienced by the Transport Department, finance minister Trevor Manuel this afternoon announced a revolution in the way South Africans file their tax returns, promising the IT needed to do so was in place and stable.
Transport minister has apologised for the hassles caused by eNatis, but vowed the system will be up and running tomorrow morning.
As public outrage mounts, government has gagged the eNatis developer ahead of a press briefing by the minister of transport.
