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  • [ December 4, 2023 ] 11 winners feted at Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards at COP28 in the UAE Analysis & Features
  • [ December 4, 2023 ] Banking Trojans, rise of affiliate groups, and attacks on direct payment systems to define financial cybersecurity landscape in 2024 CSR
  • [ December 4, 2023 ] Mastercard Foundation’s Africa Growth Fund expands portfolio with  three new deals to support economic growth Analysis & Features
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Worok, a new cyberespionage group, targets companies and governments in Africa, Middle East and Asia

September 13, 2022 Staff Writer 0

ESET researchers recently discovered targeted attacks that used undocumented tools against various high-profile companies and local governments mostly in Asia, but also in the Middle East and Africa. These attacks were conducted by a previously [c]

CSR

Three Nigerians nabbed in operation against malware cyber fraud in Southeast Asia

June 10, 2022 Staff Writer 0

Three Nigerians have been arrested in an INTERPOL-led operation targeting malware cyber fraud across Southeast Asia. The three, suspected to be global scammers, were arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in a [c]

Analysis & Features

61% of betting websites illegal in most countries, with only 39% licensed and regulated

May 19, 2022 Staff Writer 0

The Asian Racing Federation (ARF) Council has released the State of Illegal Betting report which outlines the current state of illegal betting markets on horse racing and other sports, and the future threats from illegal [c]

Analysis & Features

FamousSparrow APT group targets hotels, as well as governments and private firms

September 24, 2021 Staff Writer 0

ESET researchers have uncovered a new cyberespionage group attacking mainly hotels worldwide but also governments, international organizations, engineering companies and law firms. ESET has named this group FamousSparrow and believes it has been active since [c]

CSR

INTERPOL task force focuses on Asian victims of child sexual molestation

July 23, 2021 Staff Writer 0

A number of investigations have been generated following an INTERPOL Victim Identification Task Force gathering specialized officers from 11 Asia Pacific countries, in a targeted effort to identify victims and offenders depicted in child sexual [c]

Analysis & Features

Mass advanced threat campaign targets more than a 1,000 users via old but good attack method

July 15, 2021 Staff Writer 0

Kaspersky experts have uncovered a rare, wide-scale advanced persistent threat (APT) campaign against users that was first detected in Southeast Asia. Kaspersky identified approximately 1,500 victims, some of which were government entities. Initial infection occurs [c]

Analysis & Features

Operation TunnelSnake: Formerly unknown rootkit used to secretly control networks of entities in Africa and Asia

May 10, 2021 Staff Writer 0

Kaspersky researchers have uncovered TunnelSnake, an ongoing advanced persistent threat (APT) campaign, active since 2019, which has targeted regional diplomatic entities in Asia and Africa. The attackers deployed a previously unknown rootkit dubbed Moriya. This [c]

Events Noticeboard

Virtual forum targets infrastructure, construction players from Africa, Middle East and Asia

July 7, 2020 Staff Writer 0

The global pandemic and restrictions over travel and gatherings are posing unprecedented challenges to businesses, and the building and construction industry is no exception. Technology and event organisers’ experience are bridging the physical gap, providing [c]

CSR

Asia generated the greatest volume of e-waste globally in 2019 – report

July 2, 2020 Staff Writer 0

About 53.6 million metric tonnes (Mt) of electronic waste was generated worldwide in 2019, up 21 percent in just 5 years, according to the latest UN’s Global E-waste Monitor 2020. The new report also predicts [c]

News

LG VELVET set for Europe launch before coming to other markets, including Africa

June 21, 2020 Staff Writer 0

After its launch  on the South Korean market, the new LG VELVET smartphone will begin rolling out in key European markets this month by availed in Germany, Italy, Spain, Hungary and Poland, followed by various [c]

CSR

GSMA contest seeking innovations which boost mobile internet usage

April 21, 2020 Staff Writer 0

The GSMA has opened applications for the Innovation Fund for Mobile Internet Adoption and Digital Inclusion. The Innovation Fund aims to increase mobile internet adoption and usage among those who have mobile internet coverage but [c]

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Mama Money chooses Duco platform for flexibility and efficiency

November 20, 2019 Staff Writer 0

Duco, a provider of cloud-based enterprise data integrity and next-gen reconciliation services, has announced that Mama Money, the social business money transfer operator, has gone live on the Duco reconciliation platform. The solution enables Mama Money [c]

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Secucloud adds new access points in Africa and Asia for faster access to security infrastructure

October 18, 2019 Staff Writer 0

In order to provide customers with both speed and security, the German managed security services provider Secucloud has added two new access points to its Global Cloud Backbone. Located in Asia and Africa, they will [c]

News

WIOCC picks APTelecom as international sales partner for new markets in Asia, US

March 19, 2018 Staff Writer 0

The West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC), which operates the EASSy fibre optic cable, has announced that it has engaged APTelecom, a facilities-based telecom consulting and service company specialising in emerging markets, as its International Sales [c]

News

ESET uncovers latest malicious activity by hacking group, OceanLotus, in Asia

March 15, 2018 Staff Writer 0

Analysing the activities of hacking group OceanLotus, known for campaigns targeting eastern Asia, security researchers at ESET have followed one of the group’s latest campaign. ESET’s research into the group, also known as APT32 or [c]

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Sophos unveils phish threat attack simulation, training solution

March 14, 2018 Staff Writer 0

Sophos, the network and endpoint security solutions provider, has announced the expansion of its Sophos Phish Threat phishing attack simulator and training solution to Europe and Asia. With enhanced dashboards and new analytics to track organizational [c]

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Smartphone brand vivo launches V29 5G in Kenya with Kshs 65,000 retail price

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Galaxy Tab A9+: Entertainment and productivity engineered for everyone

TECNO unveils Phantom V Flip 5G smartphone in Kenya with a Kshs 95,000 retail price

Samsung partners with actress Emma Myers and Team Galaxy to open up ‘Epic Worlds’ using Galaxy S23 Ultra

Beyond the fold: Galaxy Z Fold’s trailblazing journey in smartphone innovation

Galaxy A series: Giving consumers access to innovative, dependable and affordable smartphones

OPPO A78 comes with fast charging feature, immersive screen, and dual stereo speakers

Samsung research demonstrates consumers’ latest desires for technology in the home

TECNO partners with Mr Doodle to launch CAMON 20 series with graffiti-style back cover in Kenya

Samsung announces global launch of Samsung Food, an AI powered personalized food and recipe service

OPPO Reno10 series comes with pro-level cameras for professional portrait imaging experiences

New Galaxy Buds2 Pro updates add Le Audio features to Samsung Smart TVs with Auracast broadcast audio technology

Tech&PR

PR practitioners urged to tackle misinformation by embracing AI

Newmark Group officially inducted into Public Relations Global Network

Visa named as CAF official payment partner for AFCON tournaments until 2026

David Karega picked by Woodrow Communications to head the PR agency’s operations in East and Southern Africa

Saddled with financial challenges, PR and communications agency Redhouse Group files for insolvency

APO Group launches new free training curriculum to empower PR professionals working in Africa

Investor-founder disconnect major threat to Africa’s tech startup funding

Pan-African communications agency LSF PR opens office in UK as it targets broader and diverse clients’ base

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Cybersecurity Bulletin:

Banking Trojans, rise of affiliate groups, and attacks on direct payment systems to define financial cybersecurity landscape in 2024

Sophos anticipates AI-based attack techniques and prepares detections

ESET recognized as a “strong performer” in Forrester endpoint security report

Africa remains one of the regions most targeted by cybercrime in 2023

Kaspersky’s updated VPN comes with enhanced features and empowering protocols

How InfoSec professionals enhance their skills in 2023

Unlocking convenience and security in the digital banking era

Kaspersky selects Kigali, Rwanda, to host its first Transparency Centre in Africa

Cybercriminals disabled or wiped-out logs in 82% of attacks with missing telemetry – Sophos

Kaspersky crimeware report spotlights banking malware, a stealer, and a new ransomware strain

Up&Ap:

Up&Ap: Junior Nyong’o on Twende and crafting his own solid path in acting

December 3, 2023 0

Up&Ap: Sébastien Pellion on leading Glovo’s fleet electrification move to cut emissions

November 27, 2023 0

Up&Ap: Takashi Seimiya on expanding CASIO’s brand presence via new retail outlets in East Africa

November 12, 2023 0

Up&Ap: Kwame Nyong’o on Twende and assembling best Kenyan voice cast for the Showmax animation

November 8, 2023 0

Up&Ap: Lesley Ncube on building Shumiphone, the entry-level smartphone designed for South Africa’s market

October 29, 2023 0

Events Noticeboard:

The best series to binge on Showmax this December

A Merry X-Mess, Showmax Kenya’s second Christmas feature, set to premiere on December 15

Venture applications open for Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2024 Investment Showcase

Samsung recognized for reinventing the future by Consumer Technology Association

Top five South Africa-based startups selected for the Irish Tech Challenge       

Shujaa and Lionesses in the spotlight as Safari Sevens makes comeback

Carrefour Kenya partners with Mastercard to offer added value for shoppers during festive season promo

Samsung in deal with KOTRA to showcase its smart business solutions at The Big 5 Construction Expo

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6 ways payment technology has revolutionised opportunities for companies

Why businesses in Kenya need to adopt a cloud mindset

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  • Unlocking convenience and security in the digital banking era
    The global landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation towards digital banking, with an ever-growing number of customers embracing its offerings of convenience, speed, and efficiency. With just a few taps on your smartphone or clicks [c] Source
  • Equity, American Express revamp membership rewards redemption scheme for card holders 
    Equity American Express Card members earn Membership Rewards points when they spend on their Cards. Now, they can redeem their points through a newly revamped website with more redemption options. The Membership Rewards website, recently [c] Source
  • New solution to enable Zimbabwean farmers prove origin, health records of their cattle
    E-Livestock Global has launched a solution powered by Mastercard’s blockchain-based Provenance solution, which  enables Zimbabwean farmers to prove the origin and health records of their cattle, while reducing risks to buyers. A first in the [c] Source
  • Thee local startups benefit from IRA, Prudential innovation hub 
    Three local startups have each received Ksh 1.25 million in cash awards from an innovation hub steered by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) in collaboration with Prudential Life Assurance Kenya and other partners, to promote [c] Source
  • Pesapal granted authorisation as a Payment Service Provider by the Central Bank
    The Central Bank of Kenya has granted authorization to Pesapal Limited as a Payment Service Provider (PSP) to carry our Payment Gateway Services in compliance with the National Payment System (NPS) Act, 2011, NPS Regulations [c] Source
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    HMD Global has launched its latest mid-range smartphone in the Kenyan market – the Nokia G20. Two new series have been introduced to Nokia smartphones mid-range portfolio, the G-series and X-series. The new G-series boasts [c] Source
  • New cybersecurity attacks target diplomatic missions in Africa and Middle East 
    ESET, an IT security software vendor and service provider, has uncovered a new malware variant called Turian that is being spread by the Advanced Persistent Threat Group BackdoorDiplomacy that primarily targets Ministries of Foreign Affairs [c] Source
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CSR:

Safaricom unveils new campaign to grow home internet uptake

Amini, a Kenya-based climate tech startup, raises $4 million in funding from Salesforce Ventures and Female Founders Fund

Iten-based pastor gifted with 55” LG NanoCell TV as reward for her dedicated support to marathon runners

Ray Youssef, the former Paxful CEO, joins bitcoin trader NoOnes in same role

11 winners feted at Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards at COP28 in the UAE

Banking Trojans, rise of affiliate groups, and attacks on direct payment systems to define financial cybersecurity landscape in 2024

Mastercard Foundation’s Africa Growth Fund expands portfolio with  three new deals to support economic growth

TECNO Kenya celebrates milestone achievement with the opening of 10 exclusive retail outlets

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