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NFT stands for non-fungible token. NFTs are considered as a new and emerging technology that is represented by units on the blockchain.
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- by Lucien Pierce
A Public Private Partnership (“PPP”) is broadly defined as a commercial transaction between an institution and a private party in terms of which the private party either performs an institutional function on behalf of the institution for a specified or
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- by Melody Musoni
It has been a few months since the grace period for the coming into full operation of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”) lapsed.
- Published on
- by Delphine Daversin
The use of video conferencing tools have surged with the COVID-19 pandemic. When organising virtual meetings, meeting organisers frequently request from attendees their consent to use the recording functionalities as it is convenient to prepare minutes, keep accurate records of
- Published on
- by Kelly Lekaise
Cyber attacks are fast becoming the norm in our society. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated this with a 485% increase of ransomware reported in 2020.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
In June 2021, Cabinet passed the South African Broadcasting Corporation (“SABC”) Bill for public comment. However, the SABC is unhappy with the Bill in its current form, stating that the Bill does not provide for adequate financing of the Corporation
- Published on
- by Zandile Mthabela
The Plascon-Evans rule was the ‘order of the day’ in this year’s interview proceedings conducted by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).
- Published on
- by Tshepiso Hadebe
The month of October, known as the Cybersecurity Awareness Month, comes at a time when South Africa is reeling from the effects of a plethora of security breaches and cyber attacks that have plagued the country since the beginning of
- Published on
- by Tshepiso Hadebe
Today marks the inaugural Global Encryption Day. This is an initiative by the Global Encryption Coalition (“GEC”).
- Published on
- by Lucien Pierce
Telkom launched legal proceedings against South Africa’s telecommunications regulator, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (“ICASA”), in early October 2021.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
NFT stands for non-fungible token. NFTs are considered as a new and emerging technology that is represented by units on the blockchain.
- Published on
- by Lucien Pierce
A Public Private Partnership (“PPP”) is broadly defined as a commercial transaction between an institution and a private party in terms of which the private party either performs an institutional function on behalf of the institution for a specified or
- Published on
- by Melody Musoni
It has been a few months since the grace period for the coming into full operation of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”) lapsed.
- Published on
- by Delphine Daversin
The use of video conferencing tools have surged with the COVID-19 pandemic. When organising virtual meetings, meeting organisers frequently request from attendees their consent to use the recording functionalities as it is convenient to prepare minutes, keep accurate records of
- Published on
- by Kelly Lekaise
Cyber attacks are fast becoming the norm in our society. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated this with a 485% increase of ransomware reported in 2020.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
In June 2021, Cabinet passed the South African Broadcasting Corporation (“SABC”) Bill for public comment. However, the SABC is unhappy with the Bill in its current form, stating that the Bill does not provide for adequate financing of the Corporation
- Published on
- by Zandile Mthabela
The Plascon-Evans rule was the ‘order of the day’ in this year’s interview proceedings conducted by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).
- Published on
- by Tshepiso Hadebe
The month of October, known as the Cybersecurity Awareness Month, comes at a time when South Africa is reeling from the effects of a plethora of security breaches and cyber attacks that have plagued the country since the beginning of
- Published on
- by Tshepiso Hadebe
Today marks the inaugural Global Encryption Day. This is an initiative by the Global Encryption Coalition (“GEC”).
- Published on
- by Lucien Pierce
Telkom launched legal proceedings against South Africa’s telecommunications regulator, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (“ICASA”), in early October 2021.
Commercial Law
NFTS, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW, AND THEIR REGULATION
NFT stands for non-fungible token. NFTs are considered as a new and emerging technology that is represented by units on the blockchain.
January 26, 2022
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Commercial Law
Public-Private Partnerships in ICT Infrastructure: An effective way to achieve SA’s 4IR Goals
A Public Private Partnership (“PPP”) is broadly defined as a commercial transaction between an institution and a private party in terms of which the private party either performs an institutional function on behalf of the institution for a specified or indefinite period; or acquires the use of state property for its own commercial purposes for a specified or indefinite period.
December 15, 2021
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Commercial Law
CHALLENGES TO POPIA COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT
It has been a few months since the grace period for the coming into full operation of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”) lapsed.
November 23, 2021
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Commercial Law
THIS MEETING IS BEING RECORDED: DO YOU HAVE TO CONSENT TO IT?
The use of video conferencing tools have surged with the COVID-19 pandemic. When organising virtual meetings, meeting organisers frequently request from attendees their consent to use the recording functionalities as it is convenient to prepare minutes, keep accurate records of the meetings and easier to share with colleagues who might not have been able to attend the meetings.
November 23, 2021
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Commercial Law
Should contracting parties include a cybersecurity clause?
Cyber attacks are fast becoming the norm in our society. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated this with a 485% increase of ransomware reported in 2020.
November 23, 2021
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Commercial Law
SABC’s household broadcasting levy – The proposed new system
In June 2021, Cabinet passed the South African Broadcasting Corporation (“SABC”) Bill for public comment. However, the SABC is unhappy with the Bill in its current form, stating that the Bill does not provide for adequate financing of the Corporation because it is struggling to collect TV licence fees.
November 23, 2021
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Commercial Law
The significance of the Plascon-Evans rule in motion proceedings
The Plascon-Evans rule was the ‘order of the day’ in this year’s interview proceedings conducted by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).
November 23, 2021
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Commercial Law
Cyber attacks and reporting obligations under POPIA
The month of October, known as the Cybersecurity Awareness Month, comes at a time when South Africa is reeling from the effects of a plethora of security breaches and cyber attacks that have plagued the country since the beginning of 2021.
November 23, 2021
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Commercial Law
Inaugural Global Encryption Day – 21 October 2021
Today marks the inaugural Global Encryption Day. This is an initiative by the Global Encryption Coalition (“GEC”).
October 10, 2021
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Administrative and Procurement Law
Telkom wants to interdict returning emergency spectrum to ICASA: Why Telkom (MTN and Vodacom) losing is in the public interest
Telkom launched legal proceedings against South Africa’s telecommunications regulator, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (“ICASA”), in early October 2021.
October 10, 2021
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