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- 7 Jan 2024
Cybercriminals Discover Way to Access Google Accounts without a Password
Security researchers have uncovered a hack that allows cyber criminals to gain access to people’s Google accounts without needing their passwords. Analysis from security firm CloudSEK found that a…
- 18 Apr 2025
Google Blocks 5.1Bn Harmful Ads in 2024, Suspends 39m Accounts
Google’s 2024 Ads Safety Report revealed how artificial intelligence is now a frontline defense against harmful online content, blocking 5.1 billion ads, restricting 9.1 billion more, and suspending…
- 8 Feb 2022
Google to Improve Two-step Verification to keep Internet Users Safe Online
Google has announced expansion of its two-step verification (2SV) process for log-ins to enhance account security after its newly introduced two step verification initiative saw a 50 percent drop in…
- 6 May 2017
Sophos Schools Google, Users After ‘Docs’ Users’ Phishing Scam
Following the disclosure by Google saying it has stopped a phishing email that reached about a million of its users, security firm Sophos has identified a number of factors Google should consider,…
- 29 Apr 2015
Google Launches Security Feature for Chrome Web Browser
Google Inc yesterday announced a free extension for its Chrome web browser that better protects Google accounts, including email, against online attackers trying to steal passwords and other personal…
- 5 Dec 2013
Hackers Invade Social Media, Steal 2m Passwords
Facebook, Gmail and Twitter users were the worst hit as cyber criminals invaded social media in a massive hackeing campaign. Hackers have stolen usernames and passwords for nearly two million…
- 17 Apr 2023
Cybercriminals Use Darknet to Sell Malicious Google Play Apps for up to US$20,000
After analysing offers of malicious apps on Google Play that are for sale on the Darknet, Kaspersky experts have discovered that malicious mobile apps and store developer accounts are being sold at…
- 9 Feb 2016
Google, NFVCB, Others Train 250 Students on Safer Internet Day 2016
For the second year running, Google Nigeria, in partnership with the National Film and Videos Censors Board and Home Vida, has organised an interactive programme for Nigerian students, to commemorate…
- 29 Mar 2023
Google 2022 Ads Safety Report: How we Suspended 6.7 million ad accounts over Safety Issues
In a bid to ensure the safety of its users, Google has released its Ad Safety Report 2022 with detailed accounts of how the telecom giant is maintaining a secure and trustworthy online space for its…
- 17 Nov 2024
Google Rolls Out AI-Powered Theft Detection for Android 15
Thembi Alfreds was driving home from a soccer match in Johannesburg when she stopped at a traffic light. A thief suddenly appeared and smashed the window of her car, grabbing her phone. She struggled…
- 26 Aug 2024
Kaspersky Finds Users of Google, Facebook, and Amazon most Targeted for Credential Theft in 2024
Google, Facebook, and Amazon are the most frequently targeted brands when it comes to phishing attacks, according to Kaspersky’s recent research among 25 popular global companies. Cybercriminals also…
- 26 Sept 2021
Sophos Uncovers Top 7 Ways Cyberscammers, Malware Operators Abuse Google Forms
Sophos, a global leader in next-generation cybersecurity, has published research, “Phishing and Malware Actors Abuse Google Forms for Credentials, Data Exfiltration,” describing how cyberattackers –…
- 24 Nov 2020
MTN Empowers Youths with ICT and Business Skills Training
MTN Nigeria as part of its ICT and Business Skills programme, hosted young Nigerians to a capacity building workshop. The workshop was facilitated by trainers from Google, Cisco and IBM. Participants…
- 19 Jul 2023
Microsoft Dominates as the Most Impersonated Brand for Phishing Scams in Q2 2023
Check Point Research (CPR), the Threat Intelligence arm of Check Point® Software Technologies and a leading provider of cyber security solutions globally, has published its Brand Phishing Report for…
- 22 Apr 2014
Samsung Introduces Wireless Laser Printer Series
Samsung Electronics, a global giant in digital media and convergence technologies, has unveiled assorted series of new smart wireless printers in Nigeria. Prof Pat Utomi, foremost professor of…
- 23 Feb 2023
New Malware Steals Social Media Credentials Under the Guise of a ChatGPT App
Kaspersky researchers have identified a new and ongoing malware campaign that capitalises on the increasing popularity of the ChatGPT AI chatbot. Cybercriminals are distributing the malware via…
- 1 Dec 2020
Google launches People Cards to Help Africans Who Want to be Found on Google Search
Google has introduced a new mobile-only feature that makes people more discoverable on Google Search. People Cards allow people to create their presence on Search in the form of a card…
- 6 Aug 2024
5 AI-Powered Creative Tools To Help You Elevate Your Digital Advertising Campaigns
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries, including digital marketing, by enabling marketers to create targeted, engaging, and effective campaigns. Last week Google Ads introduced a…
- 27 Sept 2018
Google Unveils Partners programme for Nigerian Online Businesses
Google on Wednesday unveiled its Partners programme that will further enable digital agencies and brands take advantage of the online marketing tools to connect with their users. Speaking at…
- 3 Apr 2024
Google to Destroy Billions of “Incognito Mode” Records
Google has accepted to destroy and de-identify billions of records of web browsing data derived from users using its private browsing “Incognito mode”. This move is part of a settlement filed to…
- 3 Jun 2021
Google Launches programmes to Support Continent’s Small Retail Businesses
Google has kicked off series of programmes which will not only support the growth and recovery of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Africa’s post-COVID economy but will help them thrive. On…
- 1 Mar 2026
SERAP Asks FCCPC to Investigate Google, Meta, Others over Alleged Rights Abuses
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) “to urgently investigate allegations that Google, Meta…
- 25 Nov 2013
Jumia Upgrades Its Affiliate Program
Jumia, Nigeria’s leading shopping destination, on Monday, upgraded its affiliate program which now allows everyone to earn money easily by sharing a link - from private partner to professional…
- 20 Mar 2018
Google Launches News Initiative to Combat Fake News
Google is launching the Google News Initiative, to weed out fake news online and during breaking news situations, it said in a blog post on Tuesday. The Google app logo is seen on a smartphone in…
- 28 Dec 2025
Google Finally Allows Users to Change Gmail Address, Keeps Data and Services Intact
Google has unveiled a new feature that allows Gmail users to change their existing email addresses without losing data or access to services, marking a major shift in the company’s long-standing…
- 12 Oct 2018
20 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do with Search
It's no secret that Google Search is the place Nigerians go to answer questions they are too embarrassed to ask their friends. From answering questions to weather forecasts and sports results, Google…
- 17 May 2023
Google Celebrates Africa Day with Immersive Art, African Music and Stories
Africa gears up for Africa Day, an event that marks the founding of the African Union and celebrates the continent's quest for unity, Google is unveiling a range of programs and activities to…
- 5 May 2016
Hacker Trades 272m Passwords for Social Media Likes
Security researchers find a hacker bragging online that he'd amassed a mountain of passwords. And he didn't want much in return for them. At least, that's the message coming from a hacker who…
- 23 Jan 2018
9mobile, Bango Launch Payment Solution
9mobile has partnered Bango, a leading global mobile payments company, to launch operator-billed payments for Google Play users. With this, customers can through 9pay, pay for an array of…
- 20 Jul 2016
5 Ways to Be Safe When Using Mobile Banking
In today’s world, you do not need a computer to do any bank transactions. You can easily do such transactions via your smartphone. Mobile banking is now trending because of the increased use of…