In today's technology roundup: Cisco trials 'Internet in space', IT management shake-ups sweep finance sector, Man U warns about social networking, and Clinton pushes global Net freedom.
Gauteng's big spender has been demoted to a division of a larger department to deal with its financial woes.
Biometrics use in the workplace is on the increase, but legal gaps mean employers have to tread carefully, says a law firm.
The minister rejects claims that the public broadcaster will be under his total control.
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 company will contest a court application lodged by competitor On Digital Media.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: ISACA intros risk management certification, companies embrace integrated risk-management, and drugs control department goes online.
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: Witnesses testify via video, integrated driver's licence system offered, and Kuwait debates audio-visual law.
In this World Wide Wrap: Africa's telecoms need framework, Congo grants fourth mobile licence, and East African mobile comms boom.
In this World Wide Wrap: Teachers want more classroom laptops, Qatar revamps national e-learning site, and Oz schools embrace e-learning.
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
Two weeks after the release of the national matric results, government has failed to publish Dinaledi results.
The department keeps its plans for the Setas under wraps, but the DA says changes could be drastic.
Communication technologies provide vital co-ordination support for aid agencies and connect victims to their families.
FNB's rewards programme, eBucks, allows people to buy fuel using the system.