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Our Zwakele Mbanjwa is joining Microsoft’s AI Tour in Johannesburg! https://lnkd.in/dMz8SEYR Joining Johan Steyn, Theo Watson, and Andréa Campbell, we'll be exploring the critical landscape of Responsible AI. You can participate. Don't miss it. Join us on 23 January 2025 using the following link to register: https://lnkd.in/d8m3M4Xt Event Code: AI25ATCLGP

South Africa is a rollercoaster. And we’re here for it. We all love a good news story. And South Africa is just that. We’re “let’s find a way” and “‘n boer maak ‘n plan”, and we say “aikhona” to corruption and unlawful actions and ‘heita’ to each other. Michalsons is a South African law firm. We’ll help you “dala what you must”. And we’re for what is right and what is good. We make the law accessible, empowering and helpful. We’re lawful enablers and we like working with you. Check out our insights on legal and governance developments related to data, digital and tech, how they impact your organisation - and what practical actions you should take. #dataprotection #itcontracts #AIgovernance

I'm looking forward to being part of this event next Thursday. Email marketing and customer communications will be positively affected if we get it right.

The South African National Policy on Data and Cloud is an important document and not just for the public sector. It is relevant for any cloud or data services provider. The problem is that it is hard to read. To make it easier for you to assess the impact on your organisation, we have plain languaged the policy interventions and proposals. You can read it by clicking below. We're also doing a webinar on it this morning.  https://lnkd.in/d-kWCivV

The CPA opt-out regulations proposed by the DTIC will severely restrict your ability to direct market. Act now, or prepare to comply at considerable effort and cost. The new Consumer Protection Act opt-out regulations will have a significant impact on direct marketing. Who is a direct marketer? Well, just about anyone who communicates with people about goods or services. You are a direct marketer if you approach a person to promote goods or services (or ask for a donation). It includes all channels – in person, physical and electronic mail, SMS, chat and by phone. Join us for a one-hour round table discussion. 1. Understand the changes the DTIC proposes and their impact on your business. 2. Brainstorm practical solutions with industry peers. 3. Prepare a collective response to the DTIC and strategise how to submit comments effectively. #directmarketing #consumerprotectionact

Keep up to date with all legal and governance issues related to data, digital and tech. Our curated Insights focus on what developments mean for you and your organisation. Visit our page or sign up to receive our newsletters. https://lnkd.in/epuvD2D #dataprotection #aigovernance #reliableai #trustworthyai #itcontracts #itgrc

📣 Calling all Legal Professionals 📣 Join us at Microsoft's "Generative AI for Legal Professionals" event that includes a live demonstration of Microsoft's ground-breaking legal use case. Experience first-hand the power of AI, with Copilot prompting for a day-in-the-life legal professional Copilot demo. Our Zwakele Mbanjwa is giving the keynote address on 28 November 2024. Register to attend online https://lnkd.in/dK2sdUcB

So pleased for our team that their hard work and dedication has been recognised with John Giles being named as a "Best Lawyer" for Information Technology Law, for Michalsons, in the 2025 edition. #onwardandupward https://lnkd.in/efi99pv #techlaw #dataprotection #AIgovernance

The South African National Data and Cloud Policy, published in May 2024, is set to transform data management and cloud computing across sectors. This policy outlines the government’s stance on data security, digital transformation, and economic growth, providing key guidance for businesses on compliance and the strategic use of cloud technologies. Our webinar will explore what this policy means for organisations operating in South Africa, its impact on data protection, and its significance in the evolving digital landscape. What you’ll learn Data protection and compliance – Discover how the policy aligns with POPIA, focusing on data localisation and security requirements. Policy vs Law – Understand the distinctions between policy and enforceable law, and why compliance is essential. Organisational impact – Get practical insights into how the policy could affect your operations, data governance, and digital strategy. Outcomes Strengthen your data security by exploring policy-driven protections for sensitive information. Facilitate smoother cross-border data exchanges by understanding the policy’s stance on data sovereignty. Promote innovation by aligning with national goals for technology and data-driven growth. Improve regulatory understanding by delving into compliance expectations for data storage and cloud usage.

Raise your awareness around POPIA by doing a quick overview of the key elements of the Act Know the impact on your organisation by taking an assessment Learn how to take practical and effective action by identifying next steps for your organisation Book your seat for the workshop | 20 November 2024 #Dataprotection #Popia #Training