Service providers leasing networks will now be able to provide access to schools without taking a knock.
Government highlights the role of interactive gambling in society, but the fate of the activity is still uncertain.
Intelligent number plates will be implemented in April 2010, says the Gauteng government.
In today's technology roundup: Apple to release tablet PCs, France implements Internet piracy law, Spirit soars on Mars, and Windows loses market share.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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As the climate change discussions are underway in Copenhagen, IBM says it will be driving its Smart Planet initiative.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Despite funding troubles, government is confident the 2009 pass rates at Dinaledi schools will increase.
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
An official announcement is expected in January 2010 and the plant will be set up before the end of the year.
The drop in termination rates presents exciting opportunities.
In today's technology roundup: Kindle for BlackBerry coming, Iraq insurgents hack US drones, AT&T asks for net neutrality, Shuttleworth steps down as CEO, 3D Blu-Ray specs finalised.
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 its first ever report on the SA IT market, Gartner predicts that end-user spending will pick up with government leading the way and telecoms creating the opportunity.
Public statements that labour broking will be banned are premature and misleading, says one union.
In this World Wide Wrap: Oz police IT projects “disastrous”, UK firms praise ITO performance, and outsourcing brings legal risks.
In this World Wide Wrap: Africa takes action against climate change, Nokia taps into Africa's unbanked and Uganda looks to low income market.