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Public and Organizations Urged to Boost Cyber Resilience
The Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT) has identified that criminals are exploiting public awareness and reactions to the recent CrowdStrike software update failure to deploy various attack tactics. These attacks, including phishing and malware campaigns, continue to evolve and expand.…
Moniepoint Enhances Financial Access with New Collaborations
Moniepoint Inc. has highlighted the importance of a collaborative and holistic stakeholder approach in advancing financial and economic inclusion in Nigeria. During a recent high-level policy dialogue in Washington, DC, between the Nigerian government and private sector stakeholders, Moniepoint Inc.’s…
Collaborating for a Safer E-Hailing Industry in South Africa
South Africa’s e-hailing industry is on a fast track, with an annual growth rate of 5.26%. However, safety concerns could act as a speed bump on this growth trajectory. While the recently signed National Land Transport Act (NLTA) empowers the…
Streaming Costs Soar: Netflix’s Second Price Hike in Nigeria
After raising its subscription costs in April of this year, Netflix once again increased its subscription prices for Nigerian users, marking the second price hike within a span of just 4 months. According to Netflix, recurring price increases are part…
Social Media Erupts Over Miss SA Contestant’s Nationality
The Miss South Africa (Miss SA) contest has always been a celebration of beauty, intelligence, and cultural diversity. However, this year’s competition has been overshadowed by a scandal involving one of its candidates. A 23-year-old model and mother-of-one has faced…
Meta Division Appeals a $220 Million Fine in Nigeria
WhatsApp, a division of Meta, plans to appeal a $220 million fine imposed by Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) for alleged data privacy violations, arguing that the fine is unreasonable and should be contested in court. The…
Notice: Malware Attacks Exploit CrowdStrike Software Failure
Regarding the CrowdStrike software update failure incident on 19 July 2024, the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT) found reports that criminals continue to evolve their attack tactics. These tactics include using fake CrowdStrike recovery manuals, fake…
States, Experts to Address Global IT Outage Implications
A gathering called in order to capture lessons learned and plan way forward. The General Secretariat of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) – the world’s first standalone international organization focusing on the digital economy, Deemah AlYahya, announces in a statement…
Top 7 African Countries for Digital Nomads in 2024
The internet advent decades ago transformed the world into a global village. Technological advancements have fueled remote work’s rapid expansion across Africa. Just a few years ago, working outside a traditional office setting seemed implausible, but widespread high-speed internet availability…
Significant Price Hike for Apple Services in South Africa
With effect from August 18, Apple has revealed a hefty price hike for a number of its subscription services in South Africa. According to Apple, price hikes are required to sustain high-quality entertainment and new features, underscoring the company’s dedication…
New Partnership Eases Event Creation for TikTok Users
TikTok has partnered with global events marketplace Eventbrite to offer event creators a powerful tool for promoting and selling tickets. The partnership will allow TikTok users worldwide to sell tickets to their events, with Eventbrite links directly added to their…
Global IT Company Unveils Ultralight Edge AI Platform
NTT DATA, one of the leading global IT infrastructure and services company, has unveiled its new Edge AI platform aimed at accelerating IT/OT convergence by bringing AI processing to the edge. This approach processes data where it is generated, enabling…
4 Free Websites to Stream the Olympics & Catch Every Moment
South African fans eagerly anticipate the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, which will feature the world’s most renowned athletic event from July 27 to August 11. They are particularly excited about the potential for their country’s athletes to shine on…
SA’s Health Delegation Arrives in Munich for AIDS Conference
The South African delegation, led by Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Joe Phaahla, arrives in Munich, Germany, ahead of the 25th International AIDS Conference scheduled for 22 – 26 July 2024. This year’s theme, “Put people first,” emphasizes the need…
Sports Event Wireless Network Lessons Aid Companies
Sports stadiums and arenas require reliable connectivity to support thousands of concurrent users during events. High-density, secure wireless networks are imperative. AI and machine learning have optimized networks to enhance the user experience further. Companies can benefit from the lessons…
Crime Combating Cams Make a Difference in SA Metros
Vumacam’s CCTV cameras and technology have been instrumental in assisting law enforcement and private security in combating crime in the City of Johannesburg (COJ), and more recently in the City of Ekurhuleni and City of Mogale. Over the past two…
