Cyber Security
Critical updates and advice on protecting against evolving cyber security threats and breaches across the globe.
- News
Sophos Launches Unified Partner Program to Transform Cybersecurity Delivery
Sophos launches unified partner program combining Sophos and Secureworks ecosystems for accelerated cybersecurity growth.
- Opinion
Why Cybersecurity Is No Longer Optional in Africa’s Mobile-First Economy
Africa's mobile-first economy demands robust cybersecurity as digital transformation accelerates across banking, identity, and essential services.
- How To/ Explained
The Hidden Dangers of QR Codes: How Cybercriminals Are Exploiting This Convenient Technology
QR codes enable cybercriminals to steal data through phishing, malware downloads, payment fraud, and unsafe network connections requiring user caution.
- Interesting Reads
Africa’s Growing Vulnerability: How Complacency Exposes the Continent to Rising Cyber Threats
Africa faces escalating cyber threats as criminals exploit the continent's rapid digital transformation. With only 9 out of 54 African…
- News
Sophos Adds Internal Attack Surface Management to Managed Risk: What It Means for Enterprise Security
Sophos has integrated Internal Attack Surface Management (IASM) into its Managed Risk service, giving organisations a single view of both…
- News
I&M Bank Partners with ThetaRay to Deploy Cutting-Edge AI Financial Crime Compliance Platform Across East Africa
I&M Bank partners with ThetaRay to deploy AI-powered AML compliance platform across East Africa, transforming financial crime detection.
- Business
Ransomware Payments Hit $1M Median, But Sophos Report Shows Negotiation is Key to Lowering Costs
Sophos' 2025 ransomware report shows a $1M median payment, but reveals how successful negotiation is lowering costs for businesses.
- News
Kenya’s Digital Economy Under Siege: Why Agile Cybersecurity Frameworks Are Critical for Business Survival
Kenya's digital economy faces rising cyber threats. Learn how agile cybersecurity frameworks can protect businesses from attacks like those on…
- News
Genetec Champions Unified Security as Catalyst for East Africa’s Development
Genetec launches unified security solutions in East Africa, hosting inaugural symposium to support regional development through integrated technology platforms.
- News
Version Sophos Firewall v21.5 now includes Sophos NDR-Essential and brings several improvements to simplify daily management
Sophos Firewall v21.5 adds free NDR Essential with AI threat detection, EntraID integration, enhanced VPN capabilities, and improved management features.
- News
Airtel Is Now Blocking “Dangerous” Websites in India — Is Africa Next?
Imagine trying to buy a hoodie online and instead being told the website is dangerous and blocked “for your safety.”…
- News
U.S. FCC Boots Chinese-Controlled Test Labs from Device Approval Process
In a decisive move to safeguard America’s communications infrastructure, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially barred labs and…
- Business
Sophos Launches MSP Elevate to Supercharge Cybersecurity Offerings for Service Providers
Sophos launches MSP Elevate, a comprehensive program empowering managed service providers with premium cybersecurity tools and business growth incentives.
- Opinion
AI Won’t Save You: Why Cybersecurity Still Needs a Human First Approach
AI enhances cybersecurity but also empowers cybercriminals; careful, transparent, and human-first adoption is essential to avoid unintended security risks.
- News
Smartphones and NFC: The Rising Threat of Tag Tampering as Mobile Wallets Take Over
NFC tag tampering is a growing cybersecurity risk as mobile wallets go mainstream—here’s how users and businesses can stay protected.
