In today's technology roundup: EU opens Web addresses, HP dodges strike, Apple and Nokia battle heats up, Russia and US talk cyber crime, and 'cryo-egg' to predict sea levels.
In this World Wide Wrap: Struggling SMEs outsource HR, Convergys extends 'People First', and TCS and Cardiff council partner.
In this World Wide Wrap: Google to open source EtherPad, open source bugs fixed fastest, and French military contributes to Thunderbird.
South African telecoms seems to be in a permanent state of flux.
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
Big issues in the telecoms debate are local loop unbundling, carrier preselect and co-location. What gives?
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
A proposed glide path on interconnect rates stirs mixed feelings among industry players.
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
Large IT tenders have been questioned, but this is not an indication of corruption, says SARS.
A small vendor queries why a tender was awarded to MTN, as this has allegedly disadvantaged the community.
The project has been running since August, but there are still outstanding issues government needs to address.
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: Berners-Lee urges industry to share, malware infects 294 000 Web pages, McKinnon mounts fresh appeal, and AT&T price moves may backfire.
In this World Wide Wrap: Amazon and Apple top traditional retailers, credit act problem for IT, and NCR doubles research staff.
In this World Wide Wrap: Gartner predicts open source BI growth, successful businesses bank on analytics, and UK unveils Knowledge Transfer Network.
IT pilots have been completed and systems for 2010 are being rolled out, says the Department of Home Affairs.