WASPA refines code of conduct to protect consumers
The wireless services consumer watchdog updates its code of conduct to address the mobile risks posed by malware and ransomware.
Waspa elects new chairperson
SA's Wireless Application Service Providers' Association elects its new office bearers, including new chairperson James McNab.
Waspa elects new leaders, grows membership
The Wireless Application Service Providers' Association announces its new board as membership numbers tick up.
Combating rogue mobile predators
Waspa has increased measures to protect the consumer?against being hoodwinked into a service they don't need, says Anzelle Robertson, legal and compliance officer?at Oxygen8.
Waspa revamps code of conduct
The code has been aligned to comply with the Consumer Protection Act and Protection of Personal Information Act.
Waspa appoints operations manager
The new position filled by Ilonka Badenhorst will help strengthen its self-regulating role, says the association.
CellFind to appeal suspension ruling
The provider will be suspended if found guilty of sending spam again in the next few months.
Waspa fines 'serial' offender
The consumer protection body warns that a repeat offence from CellFind could see the issue being referred to authorities for criminal sanctions.
Perlman leaves Waspa
The Wireless Application Service Providers' Association has announced the departure of its chairman, Leon Perlman.
No uniform opt-out solution
A national do-not-contact registry has yet to be established, and there is no industry-wide solution to SMS spam.
Waspa beefs up
The association wants to accomplish more to benefit consumers and boost its processes.
Waspa lacks clout
Fines dating back several years have yet to be paid as appeals are still under way, leaving consumers at the mercy of repeat offenders.