Getting an enforcement notice from the regulator is not the worst thing that can happen to FT Rams Consulting or any other non-compliant organisation. You will agree with me, after reading the discussion below, that getting an infringement notice is [...]
Non-profits all need to find a balance between achieving data privacy and achieving their important operational goals. Most people know, at this point, that POPIA and other data protection laws are at the heart of that data privacy. Compliance [...]
What is the difference between a schedule and an annexure? Not much. Our preferred view is to refer to an appendix, annexure or addendum as an ‘attachment’ and make it clear from the wording in the agreement whether it is [...]
The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a biometric recognition enforcement notice against Serco Leisure (Serco Leisure enforcement notice) for their unlawful use of facial recognition technology and fingerprint scanning to monitor employee attendance. Serco Leisure enforcement notice order [...]
Doing business in the Middle East and wider Arab world offers a wealth of opportunities for organisations wanting to expand to new territories. But it’s often challenging to get started. I’ve created this guide to serve as a resource for [...]
Direct marketing in the U.S. is a dynamic and evolving field, combining traditional strategies with cutting-edge digital approaches to engage consumers directly. This field is shaped by a complex array of legal and ethical considerations, based on a mix of [...]
In this case, State v Ndiki and others, the court ruled that computer-generated evidence labelled as hearsay under the Law of Evidence Amendment Act 45 of 1988 (LEAA) could be admitted under specific provisions of the Act. Evidence based solely […]
In the Casino Enterprise v Gauteng Gambling Board case, the court ruled that Gauteng's gambling laws governed the activities of the Swaziland online casino. As a result, the company had to comply with these rules and obtain the necessary permissions. This [...]
In a significant move towards enhancing data protection compliance, Oman has introduced new regulations that promise to make it easier for businesses operating in Oman to navigate and align with the region’s legal framework. This post provides an analysis of [...]
I recently discovered an intriguing development that marks a significant step forward in legal proceedings within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) courts. To embrace technological advancements, the DIFC courts have issued a novel set of guidelines for using AI-generated [...]
In the rapidly evolving technology landscape, the significance of open source software (OSS) has skyrocketed, offering an array of benefits, from cost savings to fostering innovation. However, as organisations increasingly integrate open-source components into their projects, maintaining an OSS register [...]
The opportunity for foreign IT providers to supply software and services to local and federal government entities in the UAE brings unique challenges. These challenges mainly stem from applying procurement rules that may not always align neatly with the complexities [...]
