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Telecoms Warn of Regulatory Overlap as Nigeria’s Digital Economy Bill Nears Signature
Nigeria’s telecom industry is urging lawmakers to fix overlapping powers in the National Digital Economy and e-Governance Bill before it’s signed into law — warning that blurred lines between NITDA and the NCC could stall billions in private investment. Telecom operators raise red flags The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has asked […]
Tanzania’s Election Blackout: How a Five-Day Internet Shutdown Shaped the Vote and Its Aftermath
Tanzania’s disputed election didn’t just divide voters — it went dark. A nationwide internet blackout cut off reporting, disrupted livelihoods, and left rights groups warning that silence enabled abuse. Here’s a grounded look at what unfolded, why it matters, and how it fits a troubling regional trend. The blackout that stopped an election midstream On […]
Hackers Exploit Google Find Hub to Track and Wipe Android Devices — Here’s How to Stay Safe
North Korean state-sponsored hackers have found a new way to turn a trusted Android feature into a cyber weapon — here’s what happened, and how to protect yourself. In a worrying twist for Android users, cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new campaign in which hackers are exploiting Google’s Find Hub — a legitimate tool designed […]
Apple Wallet to Add Passport-Linked Digital IDs — Here’s What Travelers Need to Know
Apple is rolling out passport-linked digital IDs in Wallet for U.S. users — a move that could make TSA lines faster and push mobile identity toward the mainstream. Quick take Apple announced at Money20/20 that U.S. iPhone users will soon be able to add a verified, passport-linked digital ID to Apple Wallet and present it […]
183M Gmail Passwords Exposed: What the Synthient Infostealer Leak Means for Your Security
Researchers found 183 million email passwords — including millions tied to Gmail circulating from infostealer malware campaigns. Here’s what happened, how the data was collected, and practical steps you should take now. Quick summary — the facts Cybersecurity firm Synthient discovered a massive cache of stolen credentials tied to infostealer malware. The haul included roughly […]
Blaqbonez Denies Cyber Harassment Allegations, Blames Music Industry Rival for “Orchestrated Smear Campaign”
Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez finds himself at the center of a growing controversy — but he says the story isn’t what it seems. The fast-rising hip-hop artist, whose real name is Emeka Akumefule, has publicly denied accusations of cyber harassment, blackmail, and invasion of privacy brought against him in a petition reportedly filed by a woman […]
AI-Powered Cyberattacks Target Hotels: What Travelers and Businesses Need to Know
Booking your dream holiday might come with a hidden risk. Kaspersky researchers have warned of a resurgence in cyberattacks on hotel IT systems — this time supercharged with artificial intelligence. The culprits are an established criminal group called RevengeHotels, active since 2015, and now leveraging AI to make their operations stealthier and more dangerous. While […]
Microsoft Warns of AI-Powered Phishing Attack Hidden in SVG Files
The days of obvious, poorly written phishing emails are fading fast. A recent campaign uncovered by Microsoft Threat Intelligence shows how cybercriminals are using artificial intelligence to build more convincing, harder-to-detect scams. On August 18, Microsoft detected and blocked a credential phishing attack that targeted U.S. organizations using AI-generated code hidden inside a disguised file. […]
Google’s Gemini Hit by ‘Trifecta’ Flaws — What Prompt Injection Means for Cloud Security
Researchers have disclosed a set of serious, now-patched vulnerabilities in Google’s Gemini assistant that would have let attackers weaponize the AI itself. The issues — collectively dubbed the Gemini Trifecta — involved prompt injection, data exfiltration and cloud-facing exploits across multiple Gemini components. Google has already applied mitigations, but the findings underscore a growing threat […]
Nigeria Plans a 90,000 km Fibre Optic Rollout — What that means for broadband, GDP and Nigeria’s digital future
A national plan to deploy 90,000 km of fibre optic cable could change internet access across Nigeria — but delivery hinges on funding models, last-mile rollout and governance. What you need to know at a glance The federal government plans to deploy 90,000 km of fibre-optic broadband nationwide. The rollout is framed as a public-private […]
RevengeHotels: AI-Enhanced Phishing and VenomRAT Are Stealing Hotel Guests’ Payment Data — Defenses and Practical Steps
A long-running threat group tracked as RevengeHotels has upgraded its tactics with AI-generated code and advanced phishing to target hotel systems and steal guest payment details. The attacks — observed mainly in Brazil but spreading globally — expose weaknesses in hotel IT, third-party integrations, and how AI is shifting the threat landscape. Between June and […]
Stellantis Confirms Customer Contact Data Breach After Third-Party Cyberattack
Auto giant Stellantis says a cyberattack on a third-party service provider exposed customer contact information. Here’s what we know, why third-party breaches keep happening, and smart next steps for companies and customers. Stellantis confirmed a data breach affecting customer contact records; the incident stemmed from a third-party service provider that supports its North American customer […]