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On 1 December 2021, certain parts of the Cybercrimes Act, 19 of 2020 came into full effect. The Cybercrimes Act seeks to address the rise of crimes that are now committed online due to the use of the internet and
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- by Zandile Mthabela
The recent death of a veteran actor, Patrick Shai set tongues wagging after it was reported that he committed suicide following alleged cyberbullying((Kedibone Modise "Somizi Mhlongo probes if cyberbullying played a part in Patrick Shai’s passing" IOL news 25 January
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- 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.
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- by Melody Musoni
The case that Max Schrems filed against WhatsApp back in December 2018 has been finalized at last.
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- by Yashoda Rajoo
The Advertising Regulatory Board (“the ARB”) is an independent entity established to regulate advertising in South Africa. The ARB administers the Code of Advertising Practice which regulates the content of South African advertising.
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- by Delphine Daversin
On January 12, 2021, the French Data Protection Authority (Commission Nationale Informatique et Libertes – the “CNIL”) held that French Ministry of the Interior (the “Ministry”) was unlawfully processing personal information through the use of drones equipped with cameras.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
The changes to the WhatsApp privacy policy and terms sparked a worldwide uproar with many users migrating to other messaging platforms out of data privacy and security concerns.
- Published on
- by Yashoda Rajoo
The media industry in South Africa does have a system of self regulation, however, it is also subject to various regulatory systems in the public sphere.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
The spread of COVID-19 has negatively influenced the output of work at a global level. It has affected nearly every sector and has ultimately halted cross border trade.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
The month of March has seen a rush of new trademarks being applied for at the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (“CIPC”).
- Published on
- by Kelly Lekaise
On 1 December 2021, certain parts of the Cybercrimes Act, 19 of 2020 came into full effect. The Cybercrimes Act seeks to address the rise of crimes that are now committed online due to the use of the internet and
- Published on
- by Zandile Mthabela
The recent death of a veteran actor, Patrick Shai set tongues wagging after it was reported that he committed suicide following alleged cyberbullying((Kedibone Modise "Somizi Mhlongo probes if cyberbullying played a part in Patrick Shai’s passing" IOL news 25 January
- 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 Melody Musoni
The case that Max Schrems filed against WhatsApp back in December 2018 has been finalized at last.
- Published on
- by Yashoda Rajoo
The Advertising Regulatory Board (“the ARB”) is an independent entity established to regulate advertising in South Africa. The ARB administers the Code of Advertising Practice which regulates the content of South African advertising.
- Published on
- by Delphine Daversin
On January 12, 2021, the French Data Protection Authority (Commission Nationale Informatique et Libertes – the “CNIL”) held that French Ministry of the Interior (the “Ministry”) was unlawfully processing personal information through the use of drones equipped with cameras.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
The changes to the WhatsApp privacy policy and terms sparked a worldwide uproar with many users migrating to other messaging platforms out of data privacy and security concerns.
- Published on
- by Yashoda Rajoo
The media industry in South Africa does have a system of self regulation, however, it is also subject to various regulatory systems in the public sphere.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
The spread of COVID-19 has negatively influenced the output of work at a global level. It has affected nearly every sector and has ultimately halted cross border trade.
- Published on
- by Sadia Rizvi
The month of March has seen a rush of new trademarks being applied for at the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (“CIPC”).
Commercial Law
In Plain English: The Cybercrimes Act in a Nutshell
On 1 December 2021, certain parts of the Cybercrimes Act, 19 of 2020 came into full effect. The Cybercrimes Act seeks to address the rise of crimes that are now committed online due to the use of the internet and various emerging technologies.
January 28, 2022
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Media and OTT
CRIMINALISATION OF CYBERBULLYING IN SOUTH AFRICA
The recent death of a veteran actor, Patrick Shai set tongues wagging after it was reported that he committed suicide following alleged cyberbullying((Kedibone Modise “Somizi Mhlongo probes if cyberbullying played a part in Patrick Shai’s passing” IOL news 25 January 2022.))
January 28, 2022
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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
WhatsApp fines under the GDPR: A wake up call for businesses to comply
The case that Max Schrems filed against WhatsApp back in December 2018 has been finalized at last.
September 9, 2021
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Commercial Law
The ARB Code is not ‘Members Only’
The Advertising Regulatory Board (“the ARB”) is an independent entity established to regulate advertising in South Africa. The ARB administers the Code of Advertising Practice which regulates the content of South African advertising.
January 26, 2021
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Commercial Law
French Data Protection Authority sanctions drone surveillance
On January 12, 2021, the French Data Protection Authority (Commission Nationale Informatique et Libertes – the “CNIL”) held that French Ministry of the Interior (the “Ministry”) was unlawfully processing personal information through the use of drones equipped with cameras.
January 26, 2021
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Commercial Law
The New WhatsApp Privacy Policy – What you need to know
The changes to the WhatsApp privacy policy and terms sparked a worldwide uproar with many users migrating to other messaging platforms out of data privacy and security concerns.
January 26, 2021
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Commercial Law
Broadcasting in South Africa
The media industry in South Africa does have a system of self regulation, however, it is also subject to various regulatory systems in the public sphere.
October 5, 2020
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Commercial Law
COVID-19: The importance working paperlessly in law firms
The spread of COVID-19 has negatively influenced the output of work at a global level. It has affected nearly every sector and has ultimately halted cross border trade.
May 25, 2020
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Commercial Law
Coronavirus trademarks in South Africa
The month of March has seen a rush of new trademarks being applied for at the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (“CIPC”).
May 15, 2020
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