Accountability

WASCO under fire over smart meters’ tender

The Water and Sewerage Company (WASCO) has faced scrutiny from Parliament's Public Accounts Committee over the award of a smart meters tender to FocalPoint Communications, with concerns raised about potential impropriety including a China trip funded by the supplier while its bid was still under evaluation. The PAC questioned the procurement process and whether WASCO officials proceeded with the tender after learning that FocalPoint's intended joint-venture partner, Econet Telecom Lesotho, had withdrawn from the arrangement.

Source: Lesotho Times

October's cyber scares are the new reality

Cybersecurity experts warn that attackers increasingly target intermediate systems rather than direct entry points, according to Flowgear's chief marketing officer. The shift represents a new landscape of cyber threats becoming normalized in October. Source: ITWeb

Adapting to AI at work: IITPSA skills conference looks into the future

The IITPSA skills conference examined workforce adaptation to AI adoption, with experts emphasizing the importance of strategic planning, transparent communication, and practical skills development. The event focused on responsible AI implementation in organizations. Source: ITWeb

Apple is reportedly cutting budgets for its internal AI usage

Apple is reportedly reducing its internal AI spending for engineering teams. The company is said to be significantly cutting budgets allocated to artificial intelligence tools used by its developers. Source: TechCrunch

AI PACs spent millions trying to shape Congress — here’s how they fared

AI industry political action committees spent millions of dollars during the 2026 midterm elections in an attempt to influence congressional outcomes, achieving mixed results. Political groups focused on AI policy are already preparing strategies for the next election cycle. Source: TechCrunch

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October's cyber scares are the new reality

Adapting to AI at work: IITPSA skills conference looks into the future

Apple is reportedly cutting budgets for its internal AI usage

AI PACs spent millions trying to shape Congress — here’s how they fared