In today's technology roundup: UK drops superfast broadband tax, Israel uses Facebook as 'spying tool', iPad users report WiFi problems, and tributes to 'father of the PC'.
In this World Wide Wrap: Canadian passports easy to hack, NFC enables Apple resource sharing, and ZK Software intros dual biometric reader.
In this World Wide Wrap: Tandberg intros clinic presence system, MedAnywhere iPhone app unveiled, and Virginia bill addresses telemedicine costs.
The Metropolitan Oliver Empowerment Awards acknowledged the company's achievements.
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 today's technology roundup: Shadow cyber spy network revealed, PDF security hole vulnerable to worms, pirated software is 'acceptable', and is Net neutrality dead?
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: Mobile Internet dominates in Africa, Burundi lacks $5.8bn in infrastructure, and Libyan telco bolsters African presence.
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: High costs hamper e-degree roll-out, Kenya intros e-learning curriculum, and health IT education gets $144m.
The DA resubmits its complaint to the Public Protector through an MP.
Oracle Social Services Suite includes Siebel CRM Public Sector 8.2 and Oracle Policy Automation 10.
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 digital TV migration advisory body was dissolved due to a conflict of interest, says communications minister.
The company undertakes to provide solutions to ease access to information and create effective decision-making.
Communications minister Siphiwe Nyanda unveiled a refurbished telecentre in Muden yesterday.
The DA insists that the Public Protector must review communication minister Siphiwe Nyanda's business interests.