In today's technology roundup: Facebook 'dislike' scam uncovered, Wikileaks double-dares Pentagon hawks, Dell to buy 3Par, and TfL app adds augmented reality.
In this World Wide Wrap: Silicon start-up gets green light, green advisory service unveiled, and US e-waste efforts limited.
In this World Wide Wrap: PayPal in talks with Google, poor infrastructure hampers e-payment, and e-billing green claims questioned.
In this World Wide Wrap: PLDT and trade ministry hold SME seminar, SMEs urged to increase tech use, and Malay body to form SME taskforce.
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 Protection of Information Bill and the Protection of Personal Information Bill have created misunderstandings, says Mark Heyink, information attorney and information security consultant at Condyn.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Emerging technologies and social networking transform the way information is dispersed and consumed.
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 commission faces questions in Parliament tomorrow about not following the proper procedures.
A government department allegedly gave Abalozi a R20 million contract in Mpumalanga, without advertising the tender or seeking competitive bids.
The City of Johannesburg has admitted to technical glitches in its billing system.
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
Politician disagrees with online gaming, Microsoft unveils games studio, and Wii sells 30 million units.
The local software market is still toddling along, not taking over the world, but not doing badly either. Is this enough, however?
Brazilian broadcast players claim DVB-T does not support high-definition television viewing.
E-government is lagging in SA because SITA is incapacitated, says the Department of Public Service and Administration.