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MTN Group confirms cybersecurity breach affecting customer data
MTN Group experiences data breach, reassures customers of ongoing security measures.
Cell C confirms data breach, warns users to remain vigilant
Cell C faces backlash as RansomHouse exposes sensitive data following breach.
Digital Sovereignty: How BRICS Can Reshape Global Tech Power
In the digital age, data is the new oil and just like colonial powers had once extracted raw materials from the Global South with the intention to boost their industrial revolutions, tech giants in the West now harvest vast amounts of data from the developing countries in order to drive their Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital economies and machine learning.
Understanding Last Mile Providers and ISPs in South Africa
Designing a secure and efficient internet breakout solution requires a balance between performance, cost, and security.
Has Your Data Been Hacked or Breached?
AI is a powerful tool that can transform businesses and daily life, but its adoption requires careful planning and responsibility.
WhatsApp group admins in Zimbabwe will have to fork out up to R43,000 to operate
Zimbabwe’s new data law mandates that WhatsApp group administrators using their groups for business purposes must secure a licence, sparking public backlash.
Secure Data Infrastructure: The Backbone of BRICS Economic Cooperation
The rise of other global players such as BRICS+ and their push for data sovereignty are reshaping the dynamics of data governance in the world, suggesting that US hegemony may not be as absolute as it currently is.
Key insights into the City of Cape Town's data strategy to transform public services
The City of Cape Town launched its innovative Data Strategy, aiming to revolutionise public services with transparency, advanced infrastructure monitoring, and community collaboration.
Gauteng e-Government leads the charge in cyber security with R1. 7 billion investment
Gauteng invests R1. 7 billion to strengthen cyber security, protecting sensitive data and government systems from escalating cyber threats.
Treat or threat?: An explainer on website cookies and what you’re accepting
We all receive the pop-up “this website uses cookies” and immediately accept because we are eager to start browsing, but what are we actually accepting?
Google hit with €250M French fine in news copyright fight
American tech giant Google was slapped with a €250 million fine in France for breaching commitments on paying media companies.
What you need to know about the EU’s landmark digital content law
A new piece of legislation passed in the European Union, known as the Digital Services Act, requires digital companies to crack down on illegal and problematic content.
GUILTY: Vodacom in trouble for failing to cancel contracts, selling non-existing data bundles
The cellular network provider has been fined for contravening a number of sections of the Consumer Protection Act.
TikTok bosses splurging a whopping $1. 3 billion to avoid European bans on the app
TikTok bosses are reportedly spending a whopping $1. 3 billion to build three new data centres to avoid European bans on the app by keeping users' data localised
ProfileData – delivering customised financial solutions incorporating live data feeds
Profile’s specialised team builds turnkey solutions that meet the specified needs of its customers at a defined cost.
UKZN DS-I Africa Law Research Group introduces Data Transfer Agreement template
The newly-developed template is tailor-made for South Africans and is intended as a free, but top-quality service to the South African research community.
The UK bans TikTok on government devices amid security concerns
The UK bans TikTok on government devices amid security concerns, but Grant Shapps will keep posting.
MTN gives back to entrepreneurs
MTN embarked on a double win this week – uplifting street vendors in Midstad, Bloemfontein, as well as the children and staff of the local “Our Child and Youth Care Centre”.
MTN delivers where needs are greatest with win for SAVF Huis for the elderly
MTN’s WINdfall project is about making the last few weeks of 2022 a little lighter and brighter by helping where needs are greatest.
Interpol, African police authorities pledge to boost bilateral data exchange
On 1 December, Interpol met with top law enforcement leaders from across the African continent, where the bodies pledged to boost the exchange of police data.
China’s vision of global governance
Chinese President Xi Jinping to present China’s vision of building a human community with a shared future at G20 Summit.
Protecting our heritage – iTOO Artinsure covers valuable artwork and collectibles
iTOO Artinsure understands the value of art and collectables as much as collectors do, and offers affordable, tailor-made insurance for such items.
Small business are a key driver for economic growth: small business forum hears
The event served as a space to discuss how best to prioritise the inclusion of young people and women in the digital economy.
Businesses in the country viewed data as both an advantange and barrier: study
The study uncovered what prevented businesses from turning data into actionable insights to better prepare themselves for the data era.
Data centres remain central for business growth
The traditional, on-premise data centre is far from obsolete. For many organisations, data centres will continue to exist on-premises in some form.