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Data Breach Reporting
Kenya’s digital governance and corporate compliance ecosystem faced a major shock when the Business Registration Service (BRS) confirmed a serious cyberattack that exposed sensitive company records. The breach, which reportedly affected millions of business records, has become one of the most significant public-sector data incidents in East Africa in recent years. For privacy professionals, compliance […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has officially launched an investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd. and Sterling Bank, aimed at protecting personal data and enforcing compliance with Nigeria’s data protection laws. What Happened Scope of the Investigation The NDPC is examining several key areas, including: Regulatory and Compliance Focus In […]
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The Internet Just Went Dark — Again On October 20, 2025, the internet felt the shockwaves of a massive Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage that disrupted thousands of websites, mobile apps, and business operations worldwide. From financial platforms and e-commerce stores to health and government services, the outage showed just how fragile the modern web […]
Data Subject Rights
This article is part of our Data Subject Rights series, explaining individual rights under the NDPA, GDPR, and global data protection laws. Why the Right to Be Informed Matters Every time you sign up for an app, open a bank account, shop online, or even visit a website, your personal data is being collected. Names, […]
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EU AI ACT and Data Protection Laws
As artificial intelligence (AI) drives innovation across industries, open-source AI models have emerged as engines of democratized technology. From researchers and startups to enterprise developers, open-source AI accelerates discovery and reduces barriers to entry. However, meeting European Union (EU) legal standards, particularly under the EU AI Act and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), presents […]
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Real Risks, Case Studies, Prevention Strategies for Modern Enterprises Cloud computing has transformed how businesses store, process, and scale their data. However, while cloud platforms deliver unmatched agility, they also introduce new risks. Among these, cloud misconfigurations remain a leading cause of data leaks, breaches, and compliance failures. This article explores exactly how misconfigurations occur, […]
Startups & Innovation
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 […]
Digital Lifestyle
In a world where digital presence often equates to influence, billionaires operate in a vastly different online ecosystem than the average user. While their public tweets, interviews, and LinkedIn posts offer a glimpse into their lives, the real story lies behind the scenes. From private communication channels to AI-powered decision-making, the digital lifestyle of billionaires […]
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The Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 represents the most significant overhaul of data privacy regulation in Nigeria’s history. It officially replaced earlier fragmented frameworks such as the NDPR and established a unified legal structure for how personal data is collected, processed, stored, and protected across both public and private sectors. Since its enactment, the […]
The European Union is once again at the center of one of the most important digital policy debates in the world: how to protect children online without undermining privacy rights and encryption. In April 2026, the debate intensified after the expiry of a temporary legal exemption that had allowed online platforms to scan communications for […]
Roblox has agreed to a $10 million settlement with the state of Nevada over serious allegations that the platform failed to adequately protect children from exploitation, privacy risks, and unsafe online interactions. The landmark agreement, announced on April 15, 2026, marks one of the most significant child safety enforcement actions involving a major gaming platform […]
If you are asking how long organisations in the UK have to respond to Freedom of Information requests, the answer is straightforward: Most public authorities must respond within 20 working days. This rule comes from Section 10 of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) and applies to councils, government departments, NHS bodies, schools, police […]
If you are asking who regulates data protection in the UK, the short answer is this: the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is the main regulator responsible for enforcing UK data protection laws, including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. For businesses, website owners, privacy professionals, and everyday users, understanding who enforces these […]
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