People may now view your public posts even if you have blocked them, thanks to X’s controversial change to the block mechanism. Some have protested this change, saying that they are concerned about their safety and don’t want their posts to be viewed by barred users. New block function on X raises stalking and harassment […]

Meta has updated its facial recognition technology to combat celebrity investment scam advertisements by identifying individuals whose pictures are used the most frequently. For long, many Facebook and Instagram users fell victim to scams because fraudsters impersonated popular figures to gain their trust and confidence. They would see a celebrity’s picture, click on it and […]

Multichoice dealt a big hit to Waka TV, an organisation that steals content from the internet, with a successful raid in Germiston on Friday, September 6. During the operation, someone was arrested on charges of theft, fraud, money laundering, and breaking the Cyber Crime Act 19 of 2021. “This latest enforcement action is part of […]

There is an increasing need to enhance the security and privacy of mobile devices because of their widespread use for communicating, making financial transactions, and accessing sensitive data. Possible consequences of a security breach include financial loss, identity theft, or unauthorized access to personal data. Protecting your digital identity and possessions should be your top […]

A recent malicious cyberattack on Malawi’s passport system presented a severe issue and highlighted the risks that nations face in an increasingly digital environment.  Concerns regarding data security and the effect on residents’ ability to travel were raised by the hack, which “hijacked” the passport system. But since then, the nation has proven resilient and […]

In an era where technology is revolutionising various aspects of our lives, school safety is no exception. Memeza Community Safety, based in Halfway Gardens, South Africa, has joined forces with technology platform AURA to pioneer innovative solutions that enhance school security and combat crime in vulnerable communities. Safeguarding Educational ICT for South African Children The […]

The National Commissioner for the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, has emphasised the importance of data protection in a world where data is often misused, leading to identity theft and unauthorised access to accounts. It’s a global concern, recognized as a human right by the United Nations. The NDPC boss expressed his […]

In the fast-paced digital world, keeping your online life secure is non-negotiable. WhatsApp, your trusted messenger, understands this well. Although it doesn’t follow the traditional password route, it offers a sleek and effective defence mechanism, Two-Step Verification. Let’s dive into this innovative security feature and show you how to armour up your WhatsApp in style. […]

208 bank accounts have been frozen, and 103 people with connections to online financial fraud have been arrested in relation to organized crime in West Africa, according to Interpol.  More than two hundred bank accounts that were linked to the illegal proceeds of online financial crime were frozen as a result of the operation, according […]

Members of the Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON) have elected new leaders to run the group from 2023 to 2025. According to a report, Mr Bimbo Abioye, who used to be an accountant but is now an IT executive, has been chosen President of ISPON. He takes over from the president who just […]

The selection of Nigerians to join Forbes – Technology Council with an exclusive community comprising top-tier CIOs, CTOs, is positioning the country as a global leader in data protection. The latest selection of the National Commissioner of the Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB), Dr. Vincent Olatunji to join the prestigious Forbes Technology Council confirms this. […]

Trellix, a multinational cybersecurity company headquartered in California, USA, has expanded its support for Amazon Security Lake, a service that consolidates security data from the cloud, on-premises, and custom sources. This would give clients centralized visibility and prompt resolution of security concerns. In addition to better protecting AWS clients’ workloads, applications, and data, this service […]

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Retired Major-General Bashir Magashi, has said that it is time to employ technology to remove the mystique surrounding the woodlands that are exploited as safe havens by criminals around the country. Magashi made these remarks on Tuesday in Abuja at the beginning of the 12th National Security Seminar organised by the […]