David Kramer has been knighted by the French government.
In today's technology roundup: Microsoft apologises for Winehouse tweet, strong demand for unreleased iPhone 5, hackers hit Italian cyber crime unit, and Mozilla eyes mobile OS.
The company will provide its data centre infrastructure and manage services support needs for Western Australia's public health system.
The move comes as pressure rises for the US to become a better national steward of e-waste policies.
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
Social media's defiance of a Greenpeace gag order raises questions about the ethics of information disclosure.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Contractors claim their treatment by SITA goes against the spirit of the constitution and the concept of Ubuntu.
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
The Police Service of Northern Ireland extends Fujitsu's IT contract by three years to 2016.
An association that promotes the interests of direct marketers is tipped to run a national opt-out registry for consumers.
The first smart card given to every citizen will be free, but replacement cards will be “quite” expensive.
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
In today's technology roundup: Android apps leak private information, senate opposes AT&T, T-Mobile merger, US to close 800 data centres, and computing old, new guard post strong results.
The mobile identification technology lets police check a person's identity on the street within minutes.
The kiosks were installed to provide non-banking financial services to the Hispanic population.
The company is finalising plans to extend and strengthen its network signal in rural Namibia.