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- 21 Nov 2019
Kaspersky Sees Abuse of Personal Information, Sophisticated Attacks in 2020
Kaspersky researchers have shared their vision on Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) in 2020, pointing out how the landscape of targeted attacks will change in the coming months. The overall trend…
- 23 Feb 2015
Microsoft Adopts First International Cloud Privacy Standard
Microsoft recently made history as the first major cloud provider to adopt the world’s first international standard for cloud privacy. It’s another reason customers can move with confidence to the…
- 28 Apr 2019
IIM Africa discloses plans for Information Management & Literacy Week 2019
The Premier Information Management Institute in Africa, the Institute of Information Management (IIM) has indicated its readiness to assist regulatory agencies to identify information gaps,…
- 23 Jan 2020
Microsoft Exposes 250m Customer Records
Over the New Year, software giant Microsoft exposed nearly 250 million customer service and support (CSS) records on the Web. This is according to UK-based firm Comparitech, which says the records…
- 7 Feb 2018
US Charges Nigerian, Others for Stealing $530m in Global Fraud
The US Justice Department on Wednesday announced charges against 36 individuals as part of a takedown of a massive online cyber crime ring that trafficked in stolen personal and financial…
- 9 Jul 2013
Over 1m Apps Associated with Grayware- Norton
Symantec while releasing latest version of Norton Mobile Security reported that somewhat 1.5 million apps are been associated with greyware, such as aggressive ad networks or potential privacy risks.…
- 8 Aug 2024
One key to many doors: How much value is in your Email address
With the number of global email users projected to grow to 4.73 billion by 2026, email has become one of the most important platforms for communication in the digital age. For many people, an email…
- 12 Sept 2022
How to Use a Virtual NIN with Your MTN SIM
Have you been bothered about the safety and privacy of your personal information when you want to register your MTN SIM, upgrade your SIM, port your mobile number or when you want to link your NIN to…
- 27 Oct 2021
Facebook launches Second Edition of “My Digital World” Across Sub-Saharan Africa
Facebook has announced the launch of 2021 edition of “My Digital World”. Originally launched in June 2020, 'My Digital World is a digital literacy program which is accessible across Sub-Saharan…
- 24 Mar 2020
Covid-19: NITDA Identifies Fake Websites Trying to Defraud Unsuspecting Nigerians
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has identified fraudulent websites trying to capitalize on the Covid-19 pandemic to defraud unsuspecting Nigerians. Mrs Hadiza Umar,…
- 22 Dec 2021
FG Introduces Digital Tokens to Replace NIN Slip – Pantami
Federal Government has introduced a suite of digital Tokens to replace the aging NIN slip and polycarbonate card. Isa Pantami, minister of Communications and Digital Economy, said this at…
- 4 Nov 2014
Why & How We Engaged MasterCard in eID Card- NIMC
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), has explained MasterCard's involvement in the national identity registration programme, while refuting claims, in several quarters, of adequacies…
- 19 Oct 2013
Rethinking the National ID Project
The national identification card is a key piece of information that opens door to citizen’s personal information. And because it is national, it is sovereign just like Nigeria as a country. It is one…
- 25 Mar 2026
Firm Shares Tips for Updating Your Digital Habits for an AI-driven World
As smart devices with artificial intelligence (AI) tools, and always-on services become part of everyday life, the cybersecurity habits many people formed a few years ago may no longer be enough.…
- 3 Oct 2019
NIMC Prioritizes NIN Issuance
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) says it is refocusing more attention on issuing National Identity Number (NIN) to speed up the process of enrolments by way of saving the cost of…
- 7 Mar 2025
NITDA Identifies Key Barriers to Cybersecurity in Nigeria
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has identified outdated frameworks, inadequate expertise, and low awareness as major barriers to effective cybersecurity interventions in…
- 10 Oct 2012
IT Experts Call for Cooperation to Stem Cyberfraud
A new IT decision maker survey has urged governments to allow wireless companies to exchange information to help identify vulnerabilities and protect users from cyberfraud. According to the survey…
- 2 Oct 2018
Experts Advise African Firms Processing EU Personal Data
A piece of advice has been given to organisations in Africa processing the personal information of data subjects from within the European Union (EU). At an event hosted by Baker McKenzie and…
- 13 Jul 2020
ATCON Calls for Adoption of NDPR for Security
Association of Telecommunication Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has tasked its members on the need for the adoption of Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). This is as part of efforts to safeguard…
- 12 Aug 2019
ALTON Decries Regulatory Infractions by NITDA on PIA, Others
Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has decried regulatory infractions by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) which border somewhat on…
- 30 Jul 2018
Tips against SIM Swap Scammers as Nigerians Lose Billions
Some Nigerians using mobile money transfer service have fallen victims to a recent scam involving mysterious swapping of SIM cards. SIM swapping is a sophisticated form of fraud and falls…
- 28 Jan 2021
NIN Registration will Help Nigeria Curb Crime, Achieve Digital Economy – Pantami
Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, has hinted that the ongoing registration of National Identity Number would help Nigeria to curb crime and criminalities as…
- 22 Jul 2025
How AI Alert by Airtel is Transforming Mobile Security in Africa
These days, people rely heavily on their mobile phones for talking, texting, banking, social media, and storing important personal information. Because of this, scammers and spammers often target…
- 1 May 2020
MTN Nigeria Denies Sharing Identifiable User Data
MTN Nigeria has refuted claims it is sharing identifiable customer data with third parties as part of efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19, according to IT Web Africa. Digital rights campaigners,…
- 26 May 2008
Identity Thieves Raid Banks, Inflict Losses
Nigerian financial system has been jolted by a lethal development, the increasing theft of identities by some criminals who work in and outside the system, CommunicationsWeek investigations can now…
- 16 Aug 2020
Identify Thieves Inflict Tears, Losses on Nigerians
Nigerian financial system has been jolted by a new wave of cyber threats targeting Nigerians, banks, e-commerce and other daily financial activities. This is as the COVID-19 pandemic forced drastic…
- 6 Jan 2015
Cyberoam Predictions 2015 Reveal 8 Critical IT Security Issues
Cyberoam, a leading global provider of network security appliances has published its Security Predictions for 2015. These predictions give an overview of industry trends and security…
- 9 Jul 2019
Paradigm Initiative Calls Out Nigerian Immigration for Privacy Rights Violation
Paradigm Initiative, Pan-African Digital Rights organisation has written to the Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service, demanding compensation for Ewohime Jeffrey Apkovweta, Nigerian…
- 19 Mar 2013
Norton Encourages Online Safety in Nigeria, Gives Tips on Protecting Children
Norton, by Symantec, is encouraging individuals to manage their children’s growing online independence by educating them on the many serious dangers of the Internet, and ensuring they can surf the…
- 10 Oct 2018
Social Media Becomes Biggest Data Breach Threat - Report
Social media incidents accounted for over 56% of the 4.5 billion data records compromised worldwide in the first half of 2018. This is according to Gemalto's latest Breach Level Index, a global…