In today's technology roundup: Google fears Arab Internet crackdown, Anonymous picks up from LulzSec, Mozilla snubs business users, and skilled BI students in short supply.
The master plan will become a catalyst for efficient energy consumption in the country.
Google's axing of the PowerMeter service says a lot about how much people value the head-in-the-sand stance.
All 13 000 outstanding complaints, out of the original 65 000 received, will be solved within the next two months.
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
The DMASA has lashed out at the MD of a bulk SMS company in an open letter sent to the press.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
But fixed voice and data costs will decrease by an average of 1.7% from August.
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
Google pulls plug on PowerMeter, EC urges better online privacy, social gaming wins big, and teen hacker has Asperger's Syndrome.
The media company faces opposition from rivals who say full ownership of Sky would give Rupert Murdoch too much power.
Authorities say a couple participated in an elaborate kickback scheme on New York's troubled CityTime project.
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
The new laws would mean all businesses will be forced to come clean about data security problems, says the EC.
Government should tighten laws against piracy, as the scourge is affecting the channel, says Microsoft.
SA faces the challenge of scarce spectrum in a highly competitive environment, says Vodacom.
Subscribers are prevented from exiting fixed-term contracts, as they are given information that contradicts the new consumer law.