Hackers Exploit Gravity SMTP WordPress Flaw to Steal API Keys From 100,000+ Sites A newly uncovered wave of cyberattacks is targeting a critical vulnerability in the popular Gravity SMTP WordPress plugin, with hackers actively exploiting the flaw to extract sensitive configuration data, including email service API keys and authentication tokens. Security researchers say the vulnerability […]
In the digital age, data is power — but who holds that power? Every message, cloud upload, or online transaction creates data that often crosses borders. Data sovereignty determines which country’s laws govern that data and who has the right to access or control it. With global cloud storage, multinational corporations, and increasing data breaches, […]
This article is part of our Data Subject Rights series, explaining individual rights under NDPA, GDPR, and global data protection laws. In today’s data-driven economy, personal information is constantly being collected, analyzed, and reused — often in ways individuals do not fully expect or understand. From targeted advertising and political profiling to automated risk assessments […]
EU Orders Meta to Open WhatsApp to Rival AI Chatbots, Citing User Choice Concerns The European Union has ordered Meta to restore access to WhatsApp for competing AI chatbots, arguing that users should be free to choose which artificial intelligence assistant they want to use instead of being limited to Meta AI. The move marks […]
In today’s digital-first world, cyberattacks and data leaks are more common than ever.Yet, many people confuse cybersecurity with data protection—assuming they mean the same thing. In truth, while the two concepts overlap, they serve distinct but complementary roles in safeguarding digital assets and personal data.Understanding how they connect is the key to building true data […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a buzzword reserved for Silicon Valley giants. Across Nigeria, Africa, and the globe, AI startups are transforming small businesses (SMEs) by making advanced technology more accessible, affordable, and practical. From automating customer service to improving marketing campaigns and streamlining operations, AI is giving small businesses the competitive edge they […]
In the age of social media, we’re often told that success comes from being everywhere—posting daily, commenting constantly, and staying visible around the clock. But if you look closely at many of the world’s most influential business leaders, investors, creators, and decision-makers, you’ll notice a different pattern. They are visible but not always available. They […]
NDPC Warns Against AI Bias, Says Strong Data Protection Can Create Thousands of Jobs in Nigeria As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries around the world, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) is calling for stronger safeguards to ensure AI systems are fair, secure, and respectful of citizens’ privacy. Speaking at the International Conference on […]
China’s New Open-Source AI Sparks Global Cybersecurity Fears: Experts Warn ‘Pandora’s Box’ Has Been Opened A powerful new Chinese open-source artificial intelligence model is raising alarm among cybersecurity experts, who warn it could dramatically lower the barrier for hackers to launch sophisticated cyberattacks. The model, GLM-5.2, developed by Chinese AI company Z.ai, is being hailed […]
Hackers Claim to Be Selling 54 Million GameStop Customer Records in Alleged Massive Data Breach Millions of GameStop customers could be at risk after cybercriminals claimed to have stolen and listed a massive customer database for sale on a notorious hacking forum, raising fresh concerns about identity theft and online fraud. According to cybersecurity researchers, […]
Philip Morris Accused of Using AI to Flood EU With Fake Public Comments on Vape Rules Tobacco giant Philip Morris is facing mounting scrutiny after an investigation alleged the company used artificial intelligence to generate thousands of public responses opposing stricter European Union regulations on vaping and other nicotine products. The controversy centers on an […]
Bank of England Weighs AI ‘Kill Switches’ to Prevent Future Market Meltdowns The Bank of England is considering emergency safeguards for artificial intelligence as officials warn that increasingly autonomous AI systems could one day trigger a major financial market crisis. In one of its strongest warnings yet on the risks of AI in finance, the […]
