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Report Shows Virus Found in 1/10 of Android Apps

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The growing rate of Android viruses has continued worry security experts, as a half-year 2014 report by Cheetah Mobile shows that one in every ten app on android is virus ridden.

Cheetah Mobile collected 24.4 million sample files during the first six months of 2014.

Of those samples, 2.2 million turned out to be viruses, or roughly 9% of the total.

According to the report, in the first half of 2014, the number of samples that contained viruses also grew rapidly.

Cheetah Mobile’s collection of 2.2 million virus samples constitutes an increase of 20.5 times over 2012’s numbers and an increase of 2.5 times over the total from 2013.

The firm also found that payment-based viruses are becoming more prevalent, endangering the finances of users.

In fact, they accounted for more than two thirds of the aforementioned viruses, while consumption viruses occupy a distant second place at 16%.

These two types of viruses mainly result in financial losses for the user.

“Since 2013, payment viruses have swept the globe and the growth rate in 2014 has reached new heights,” Cheetah noted in a blog. “In all current virus samples, payment viruses account for 68% of the total. It is theorized that their growth is concomitant with the growth of mobile payment systems worldwide. Hacking SMS or app payment methods is easier for hackers compared to hacking online banking systems.”

An analysis of the spread of payment viruses over the past year shows that in June 2013 there were on average 1,500 new virus variations popping up each month.

However, in May 2014, this number increased to 6,500, increasing fourfold.

Payment viruses are also prominent worldwide. In the first half of 2014, Russia and southern Asia were the most widely infected areas, as shown below.

“2014 is destined to be the year in which mobile payment viruses become the primary threat to Android devices, both in terms of absolute number and proportion of infections,” the firm said.

Cheetah Mobile also found that Asia and select parts of Western Europe have undoubtedly had the highest rates of overall infection during the past six months.

This is due in part to the prevalence of third-party app stores in these regions, which the firm said “have very lax checks to ensure that applications do not contain viruses. Malware, the primary vector for the spread of viruses, is often rife on these sites.”

The main Android markets are found in Korea (Samsung, T-store); the US (Amazon); Russia (Yandex store); and in China, there are countless markets.

In contrast, infection rates in the US, Australia and most other parts of Europe are low (except for France and Russia at 2.97% and 1.88% respectively).

In all, the probability of a device in Asia being infected is two to three times greater than one in Europe or the Americas.

 


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MTN Nigeria Expands Digital Offerings with Audiomack+ Music Subscription

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MTN Nigeria, a leading ICT company, has partnered with Audiomack, a renowned music streaming platform, to introduce the Audiomack+ subscription program.

This strategic collaboration provides MTN subscribers with seamless access to premium Audiomack content, uninterrupted streaming, offline downloads, and exclusive features through convenient mobile payment options.

Audiomack+ offers three flexible subscription plans, enabling subscribers to discover emerging artists, underground music, and community-driven playlists. Music lovers can enjoy, Month Pass (N900/month): 30-day free trial + uninterrupted streaming, Week Pass (N400/week): Affordable weekly subscription and Day Pass (N100/day): Daily access to premium content.

“This partnership with Audiomack reinforces our commitment to delivering value-added services to our customers,” said A’isha Mumuni, Chief Digital Officer of MTN Nigeria.

“We’re excited to offer our subscribers an easy and affordable way to access premium music content, empowering them to explore new music and support their favorite artists.”

David Ponte, Audiomack Co-Founder and CMO, added, “Our partnership with MTN Nigeria brings us closer to making music accessible to everyone.

“With Audiomack+, we’re proud to offer affordable premium streaming options, providing users in Nigeria with the best music experience possible.”

To subscribe to the Audiomack+ monthly plan, text APM to 3134 or visit Audiomack+ Month Pass. Alternatively, customers can text APW to 3134 or text APD to 3134 for weekly or daily subscriptions.

Through its strategic partnership with music streaming platforms, MTN Nigeria reinforces its commitment to providing enhanced and innovative digital experiences to customers.


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FG Hopeful Thuraya’s Relaunch in Nigeria Will Boost Fight against Insecurity, Others

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Thuraya, a leading provider of satellite communication solutions, has officially relaunched its services in Nigeria, a move the federal government hope will help in the fight against insecurity, illegal mining and oil thefts in the country.

FG Hopeful Thuraya’s Relaunch in Nigeria Will Boost Fight against Insecurity, Others

Tsat Telecommunication, Thuraya’s local service partner, spearheaded the relaunch by implementing comprehensive strategies to enhance service delivery across Nigeria.

As part of this effort, the company partnered with system integrators Cypod Solutions and Niflink, who played critical roles in ensuring the successful integration of Thuraya’s advanced satellite services into the local market.

With this relaunch, Thuraya aims to provide more reliable and accessible communication options for businesses and individuals across Nigeria, addressing the growing demand for robust satellite solutions in remote and underserved areas.

This development is expected to have a significant impact on sectors such as oil and gas, agriculture, and disaster management, where seamless communication is vital for operational efficiency.

At the event Dr Bosun Tijani, minister of Communication, Innovations and Digital Economy, expressed hope that the launch of Thuraya communication products and services will help in the fight against insecurity, illegal mining and oil thefts in the country.

The minister who was represented by Engr Farouk Yusuf, permanent secretary of the ministry, said, beyond helping in expanding the country’s broadband penetration to hinterland and hard-to-reach areas, the formal entry of Thuraya satellite communications services will help security forces in combating criminalities bedevilling the country.

“Of course, Thuraya’s solutions will not only enhance broadband access but also provide critical communication tools such as can be used in security, agriculture and disaster management, as we mentioned in previous presentations.

“We expect Thuraya’s satellite products and services to play a critical role in addressing Nigeria’s ongoing security challenges through a deliberate action.

He, however, said that while the country is thrilled with the coming of Thuraya, Nigeria expects the firm to take deliberate actions and efforts in ensuring that the partnership brings value to the country.

Earlier, Alhaji Abba Sani Abdullahi, chairman and chief executive officer of TSAT, expressed delight over the partnership that saw the re-entry of Thuraya onto the Nigerian market.

Also speaking, Faisal Mohammed Ahmed, vice president, Tech and Sale of Thuraya,  said the company has range of telecommunications and satellite assets that will boost the country’s digital landscape and also help in tackling security problems.


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Toyota Prado, Kia Cars, Generators, Other Items on Offer as Glo Festival of Joy Begins

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Customers of digital solutions provider, Globacom, are in for an exciting Yuletide season as the company is set to give out exquisite cars and other prizes in a new season of its customer-loyalty reward promo, Festival of Joy.

Globacom, in a press statement issued in Lagos, noted that it has chosen to put smiles on customers’ faces by   spending huge sums on prizes at a time other companies are cutting costs owing to the prevailing economic situation.

The mouth-watering prizes   include Toyota Prado, 5 Kia Picanto cars, 15 tricycles, 150 power generating sets, 200 sewing machines and 300 grinding machines as the promo kicks off   on October 1 and will run until January 31, 2025.

Globacom explained that Festival of Joy promotion was launched in accordance with its commitment to empowering Glo subscribers as the festive season approaches. The prizes, it explained, were carefully selected to appeal to all categories of customers including high net-worth individuals (HNIs), professionals, business men and women, workers and students.

“Nigerians in all parts of the country have a chance to win any of the amazing items on offer as prize-presentation events will be held in several cities across the country including Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, Port Harcourt, Enugu, Benin, and Warri,” Globacom explained.

Furthermore, new and existing customers on both the prepaid and the postpaid platforms are eligible to participate in the promo, the company added, saying “All a customer is required to do is to opt into the promo by dialing *611#, select the prize he or she is aiming for and recharge up to the required amount for the particular item to qualify for the draw.”

To become a proud winner of a Prado jeep, a customer is required to recharge up to N100,000 cumulatively during the promo period to qualify for the draw, while for the Kia Picanto, a customer needs to make a N50,000 cumulative recharge during the period.

Any customer who wishes to win a tricycle should recharge up to N10,000 cumulatively in a month, just as N5,000 total recharge in a month will qualify the customer to win a generator; N2,500 in a month for sewing machine and N500 in a day to qualify   for the draw for grinding machines.

Said Globacom, “All recharge types – physical and electronic – count towards the qualification. The higher the recharge amount, the higher the chances of winning.”

 


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