Technology Law
This topic contains articles related to technology, science, information technology (IT) and matters related to the internet and communications. As new technologies enter our day to day lives, new opportunities and crimes follow suit. Old laws must constantly adapt to changing circumstances and new laws must be promulgated to ensure that the best interest of society are promoted. Issues such as cybercrime and cybersecurity continue to proliferate, blockchain is slowly changing the way we store and monitor information, drones have the ability to fly unperturbed in our skies, and new software is changing the way the legal industry operates.
What constitutes an electronic signature in the eyes of our law?
If you have, or are considering, entering into an agreement by electronic means, you should be aware of the implications of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (“Act”) and …
Provided By Eversheds Sutherland
AI – Enhancement or unprecedented legal risk?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising various sectors globally, from enhancing business efficiencies to providing innovative solutions in healthcare, education, and beyond. AI is everywhere, even in applications you may not know about. Therefore,…
Provided By SchoemanLaw Inc
In-person commissioning: An outdated inconvenience awaiting parliamentary intervention
In today’s fast-paced digital world, legislation often struggles to keep up with the rapid advancements in technology.
An example of such legislation is the Justices of...
The legal landscape of intellectual property, data privacy and artificial intelligence in South Africa
In the rapidly evolving digital era, businesses in South Africa face unique challenges and opportunities related to intellectual property (IP), data privacy, and the integration...
Is legal compliance enough to ensure real sustainability in SA’s data centres?
South Africa is in the midst of a data centre boom. Thanks largely to improved connectivity, the number of local data centres has mushroomed over...
The many use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) – we just cannot seem to get away from it. It’s everywhere.
It automates our documents, automates our driving, listens to, and undertakes...
Signing suretyship agreements by way of electronic signatures –creditors beware!
In terms of prevailing legislation, a suretyship agreement must be concluded in writing and signed (in manuscript), alternatively using an advanced electronic signature (as contemplated...
Cybercrime and conveyancing transactions
Cybercrime is increasing around the world, and businesses, governments and private persons are all at risk of falling victim to it. South Africa has some...
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) experiences a data breach
The CIPC issued a notice regarding a data breach under section 22 of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”) notifying customers...
The rise of e-signatures: streamlining document signing in the digital age
Introduction
In today’s fast-paced business world, efficiency and productivity are paramount. The traditional process of signing documents with pen and paper has become increasingly outdated. Enter...
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