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Key Legal Risks When Contracting For Open-Source Software

Open Source Software (“OSS”) has become a critical component of many modern applications and systems. Its widespread adoption is driven by cost savings, flexibility, and rapid innovation.

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Beyond The NDA: Contractual Considerations For IT Proof Of Concept Engagements

When evaluating a new IT vendor or technology solution, a proof of concept ("POC") is a natural first step. Because a POC is typically short in duration and provided at nil cost, many organisations assume that a simple non-disclosure agreement ("NDA") is sufficient to get started.

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Is Your IT Master Services Agreement Built For Today's Modern World?

The Information Technology ("IT") services landscape has shifted dramatically in the past few years at incredible speed. Artificial Intelligence ("AI"), heightened cybersecurity threats, geopolitical trade tensions...

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Back To Basics: Getting The Contract Structure Right For IT Transactions

Contracts are an essential tool for business, ensuring clarity, managing risk and creating accountability in commercial relationships. Understanding and picking the right contracts...

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IoT And Wearables: Managing Risk In A Connected Future

South Africa Privacy

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Rebooting The Relationship: Rebuilding Trust In IT Projects

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When Your IT Financier Becomes The Supplier: Real World Lessons For Navigating Product Deals

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Ten Lessons Every IT Implementation Teaches, Eventually.

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SNG Grant Thornton

Why IT Projects Fail: Price Revisions

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South Africa Media & IT

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SNG Grant Thornton

Why Information Technology (IT) Projects Fail: Selection And Management Of Vendors

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Why Information Technology (IT) Projects Fail: Identifying The Correct Stakeholders

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Why Information Technology (IT) Projects Fail: Measuring Service Levels And Invoking Audit Rights

South Africa Media & IT

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Curbing Vexatious And Abusive Legal Proceedings

South Africa Litigation

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Supreme Court Of Appeal Confirms The Exclusive Jurisdiction Of The Labour Court To Determine Disputes Concerning The Interpretation And Application Of The Mine Health And Safety Act, 29 Of 1996

South Africa Litigation

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On The Right Track: South Africa’s Rail Reform Revolution

South Africa Finance

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When Enforcement Overreaches: What A Recent FICA Judgment Means For Sanctions

South Africa Finance

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Casting The Net Wider: FIC Issues New Guidance On Credit Providers And The Crypto Travel Rule

South Africa Technology

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Jo Malone – When You Are Sued For Using Your Own Name

South Africa IP

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South Africa's Digital Frontier: Balancing Regulation And Innovation

South Africa's Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is reviewing policy that could reshape the nation's telecommunications.

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Andersen in South Africa

How To Draft Precise Statements Of Work: Lessons Learned From Real-world Deals

In the world of professional services, technology outsourcing, and complex vendor relationships, the Statement of Work ("SOW") is not just a formality, it is a critical backbone of any successful project.

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Ensuring Cybersecurity And Resilience

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has issued directives and Joint Standards that impact IT and Cybersecurity, setting a comprehensive regulatory framework to enhance the security and resilience of financial institutions.

South Africa Technology

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SNG Grant Thornton

Maximizing The ROI Of Cybersecurity Investments By Omar Hassan (Video)

Whether you're an IT leader, security professional, or business executive, this discussion will help you make informed decisions to protect your organization without overspending.

South Africa Technology

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SNG Grant Thornton

IWD2025: Women In Law | Technology, Media And Telecommunications (TMT)

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Dealing With Trade Mark Infringements On Third Party Websites

South Africa IP

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Adams & Adams

ICASA To Look Into New Licensing Framework For Satellite Services

South Africa Media & IT

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The Aftermath Of The CloudStrike Incident: The Importance Of Proper Business Continuity Planning

South Africa Technology

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South Africa's New National Cloud And Data Policy: A Strategic Shift

South Africa Technology

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TMT Comparative Guide

South Africa Media & IT

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Lisa Thornton Consulting

Navigating Change Of Control Clauses In IT Contracts: Legal Considerations And Risk Mitigation Strategies

South Africa Media & IT

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Addressing Increased Cybersecurity Threats To Financial Institutions: The FSCA And Prudential Authority's Response

South Africa Media & IT

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Recent Changes To The Legal Regulation Of Fibre Network Deployment

South Africa Media & IT

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Navigating The Risks And Rewards Of Engaging With ICT Product Resellers

South Africa Media & IT

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Navigating Change Of Control Clauses In IT Contracts: Legal Considerations And Risk Mitigation Strategies

A change of control is where there is a shift in a company's ownership or management resulting in the decision-making capacity of the entity being transferred to a different group of shareholders and/or directors.

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Addressing Increased Cybersecurity Threats To Financial Institutions: The FSCA And Prudential Authority's Response

In recent years, South Africa has experienced an increase in cybercrimes, cyberattacks, and security breaches, with banks and financial institutions being prime targets.

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Recent Changes To The Legal Regulation Of Fibre Network Deployment

Due to the growing desire for fast and reliable internet access in South Africa, the demand for fibre has boomed in the past decade.

South Africa Media & IT

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Navigating The Risks And Rewards Of Engaging With ICT Product Resellers

In the rapidly evolving landscape of the Information and Communications Technology ("ICT") industry, businesses are constantly seeking efficient...

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FSCA And PA Publish Joint Standard 1 Of 2023 Aimed At Safeguarding Financial Institutions Through Robust IT Governance And Risk Management

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Ankura CTIX FLASH Update - August 15, 2023

A new variant of the SystemBC malware called DroxiDat has been used in an attempted cyberattack against the electrical infrastructure of Southern Africa.

South Africa Technology

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Ankura Consulting Group LLC

Information Technology Outsourcing And The Application Of Section 197 Of The Labour Relations Act

Over the years, outsourcing of information technology services has become standard practice for most large scale companies. Outsourcing involves a service provider's employees performing...

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Risks With Poor IT Supplier Selection

As organisations evolve their operations to integrate technology, they often engage third party suppliers to provide IT services. This may include the migration of data to the cloud, outsourcing...

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ENSafrica TMT ENSight

Welcome to the 16th issue of ENSafrica's TMT ENSight, focusing on topics, news and analysis of novel and interesting developments in the technology...

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Scaling Your IT Business By Having The Right Contracts And Policies In Place

South Africa Technology

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Responsible AI: Embracing Generative Artificial Intelligence Technologies- A Brief Guide For Organisations

South Africa Technology

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Satellite Communications In South Africa: Regulatory Obstacles And Opportunities

South Africa Media & IT

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Choosing Accounting Software For Your Small Business

South Africa Accounting

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Nexia SAB&T

Notice Of Unauthorised Download Incident

South Africa Media & IT

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Adams & Adams

Cyber Security – New Directive On Public Service Information Security

South Africa Technology

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When IT Projects Go Wrong: Failure Is Not Inevitable

South Africa Media & IT

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Unpacking The Legal Side Of Artificial Intelligence

South Africa Technology

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SchoemanLaw Inc.

Webinar | We've Seen The Future – And It Looks Cloudy (Video)

South Africa Media & IT

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Ransomware Susceptibility Report (Index)

South Africa Technology

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SNG Grant Thornton

Technology, Media And Telecommunications In Brief - Issue 1 | 2021-10

South Africa Media & IT

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Back To Basics: Service Level Agreements

South Africa Media & IT

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A Legal Perspective On Emerging Technologies

South Africa Technology

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Be Afraid Of Shadow IT, Be Very Afraid

South Africa Technology

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Legal Battle Between Samsung And SARS Over Device Classification

South Africa Media & IT

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SchoemanLaw Inc.

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