In today's technology roundup: UAE may restrict BlackBerrys, green hacker hits EU climate site, flaw in wireless protocol uncovered, and Feds okay phone jail breaking.
In this World Wide Wrap: Business beats govt in virtualisation, virtualisation a 'key enabler' for cloud, and virtualisation an endpoint security issue.
In this World Wide Wrap: Queensland industry body slams government, Indian IT investments on the up, and Attach'e unveils business guide.
In this World Wide Wrap: UK saves millions in green drive, carbon implications report sets yardstick, and up in green computing.
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
In this World Wide Wrap: Android to include carrier billing, Nigeria calls for payment system, and Mopay unveils payment solution.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: NZ Telecom requests leniency, Emirates passengers get VOIP access, and Skype shelves call charges.
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
Sunil Geness, SAP's corporate affairs executive, was named president of the Information Technology Association of SA.
The public sector has shown interest in the solutions due to the Operation Clean Audit 2014 launch.
Africa could leapfrog conventional electrification and establish itself as a new world energy hub by investing in renewables.
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
Opposition parties want a probe following the uproar over the communications minister's sudden dismissal of his director-general.
To attain 21st Century skills in SA's schools, each student needs to be equipped with a laptop, says Intel.
Fired director-general Mamodupi Mohlala is determined to fight her dismissal in court.
Johannesburg City Power's new service lets users log electricity problems electronically.