The city deploys aerial surveillance technology in the form of a Cessna 337 aircraft, dubbed the ‘eye-in-the-sky’.
The telco will support 320 IEC results-capturing sites nationwide, utilising WiFi 6, layer-3 networking and high-speed fibre.
The Saldanha Bay-based artificial intelligence institute becomes the fourth AI hub in SA, with its primary focus on the defence and military sector.
The discussions held by MTN’s leadership focused on matters of mutual interest, including geopolitical developments around the world.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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The report indicates adversaries seek to disrupt global elections and exploit generative AI technology.
The tech giant takes measures to counter threats, such as fake news, misinformation and disinformation, during SA’s elections.
The private offtaker market is core for investment in SA’s renewable energy sector, says non-profit organisation GreenCape.
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
A security attack on people, processes, information and infrastructure is a critical business risk, says South Africa’s power utility.
Political party election candidates who deliberately peddle disinformation online could be disqualified or fined up to R200 000, warns the IEC.
The African Telecommunications Union urges SA to lead the charge in international ICT diplomacy, to ensure African-centric ICT growth.
SA’s ICT industry pats itself on the back for advancing communication services and economic growth over the last 30 years, but burning issues remain.
The businessman asks the comms department to advise the president to appoint a minister of AI in the next administration.