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Lockbit 3.0 Ransomware: What you need to know

By: Ednard Toivo Ransomware is malicious software (malware) designed to block access to a computer system or its data until a ransom has been paid. It is targeted against individuals, corporations, and governments, among others. Once a ransomware attack occurs, victims usually find their files encrypted with a payout message attached to them, and the payment is often made in the form of cryptocurrency. This attack can weaken an […]

15 January, 2025

Namibia

Meta to replace fact-checkers with community notes

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced plans to overhaul its content review policies by removing third-party fact-checkers and introducing user-generated community notes to moderate misinformation. The move comes amid criticism from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and his Republican allies, who have long accused the company of censoring right-wing voices through its fact-checking initiatives. Meta, which boasts over three billion users globally, defended the policy shift as […]

8 January, 2025

Health / Medical

First severe bird flu case reported in US

A patient in the US state of Louisiana has been hospitalized with the H5N1 bird flu virus. It's the country's first severe case and the first known case stemming from a non-commercial poultry flock. Ira Spitzer has more.

19 December, 2024

Namibia

Government tightens cybersecurity following recent attacks

The government has detailed its response to recent cybersecurity breaches targeting Telecom Namibia and the Ministry of Health and Social Services. Speaking at the Government Information Centre in Windhoek, Executive Director I-Ben Nashandi of the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) confirmed the government is investigating the scope of the attacks and implementing measures to prevent future incidents. Nashandi explained that initial findings indicate the breach primarily impacted information related […]

17 December, 2024

Business / Economics

Telecom Namibia Data Breach Sparks Outcry Over Privacy Risks

Prominent figures impacted by Telecom Namibia's data breach, which compromised the personal details of over 600,000 clients, raised alarm over cybersecurity lapses. Agriculture Minister Calle Schlettwein and PDM leader McHenry Venaani criticized the extensive storage of personal data by service providers, citing privacy risks. Activist Michael Amushelelo plans legal action against Telecom Namibia and has urged the CEO to step down. Concerns also extend to potential breaches of sensitive government […]

17 December, 2024

Namibia

Government investigates Telecom Namibia data breach

The government is investigating a massive data breach that compromised the personal information of over 619,000 Telecom Namibia clients, including sensitive records totaling 626 gigabytes. Among the leaked data are documents from the Office of the President, highlighting the severity of the incident. Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus called for an urgent need for stronger data protection laws, as the Data Protection Bill remains pending in Parliament. “Our […]

16 December, 2024

Business / Economics

Telecom Data Breach Occured In Late November According To Experts

Digital expert Nrupesh Soni has shed light on the Telecom Namibia data breach, which he says actually occured late November and now has exposed sensitive customer information, including personal details, banking data, and contracts. The data was leaked after Telecom reportedly ignored ransom demands. Soni cautions that the breach poses significant risks. Local media reports reveal that a cyberattack on Telecom Namibia has led to the leak of […]

16 December, 2024

Africa

Africa Faces Urgent Need for Data Centres to Support Digital Growt

Africa will need a six-fold increase in data centres to 700 by 2050 to accelerate its digital transformation, according to an expert speaking on Monday to the News Day Nigeria publication. Amid this, calls are growing for countries to ratify the African Union’s Cyber Security and Data Protection Convention, which aims to build a secure information society across the continent. Forty countries, including Zimbabwe, are yet to sign the […]

26 November, 2024

Science & Technology

UK Launches Research Lab to Counter Russian Cyber Threats

A new research lab's being set up to help British spies counter the threat of Russian cyber warfare. The government is warning Russian cyber interference could see power grids shut down. Government minister Pat McFadden claims the Kremlin is "exceptionally aggressive and reckless" in this area as the UK hosts a NATO Cyber Defence Conference in London. Russia expert Keir Giles isn't clear why the UK is raising the […]

25 November, 2024