In this World Wide Wrap: Chinese banks to step up risk management, firms seek faster systems, and health payroll system slammed.
The DOC outlines public and industry concerns around the draft cyber security policy.
Work on the R153 million Cipro project has been suspended.
After three attempts to enter the Indian cellular market, MTN has denied rumours of a fourth.
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
SARS will put in place its mid-year tax certificate submission process in August this year, says Karen Schmikl, legislation manager at Softline VIP.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: Lebanon enforces VOIP ban, Android app enables free calls, and Vopium raises $16.5m.
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: Internet-TV convergence draws closer, e-business surges in Saudi Arabia, and White House plans safer e-transactions.
Vodacom has called for a delay in the implementation of the proposed glide path for bringing down SA's mobile termination rates.
Communications minister Siphiwe Nyanda will focus on his ministerial duties, leaving the ANC to clear his name of corruption allegations.
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: Salesforce.com sues MS, Apple advises on iPhone flaw, Pakistan to ban more Web blasphemy, and Google remotely removes apps.
The allocation of demerit points to offenders will only be introduced from April next year.
The first South African cyber security policy should be ready and in effect in the next month or two, says the DOC.
In this World Wide Wrap: IBM rolls out financial markets BI, SAS acquires Memex, and Collabera and Panopticon Software partner.