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 […]
Millions of Americans log in to social apps every day and rely on built-in privacy settings to protect personal data. But those controls are only one piece of a complex system. Platform toggles can limit visibility but rarely stop large-scale data collection, third-party sharing, algorithmic profiling, or marketplace uses of data. Surveys show broad public […]
This article is part of our Data Subject Rights series, explaining individual rights under NDPA, GDPR, and global data protection laws. In today’s digital world, personal data is everywhere—from the social media profiles we use daily to the online accounts that store our financial details. But who controls this data? And how can you find […]
A Comprehensive Guide for Developers, Startups, and Legal Teams In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping digital experiences, reaching the European Union (EU) market remains an attractive opportunity for app developers around the world. But with highly stringent regulations like the EU AI Act, Digital Services Act (DSA), and Digital Markets Act (DMA) […]
Not in Silicon Valley. Not with billions in funding. And not with permission. Why This Story Matters Right Now Every major tech revolution looks obvious in hindsight — but invisible while it’s happening. In the late 1990s, few people believed a small research project could outcompete Yahoo.In 2004, no one thought a dorm-room website could […]
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 […]
In the United Kingdom, data protection is primarily regulated by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). The ICO is the UK’s independent supervisory authority responsible for enforcing data protection laws, including: It is the main body that oversees how organizations collect, use, store, share, and secure personal data. The Main Regulator: Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) Information […]
As mobile banking continues to dominate financial transactions in Nigeria, security has become one of the most important factors customers consider before choosing a bank. In 2026, with the rise in SIM swap fraud, phishing attacks, account takeover attempts, and mobile malware, Nigerian banks have significantly upgraded their app security architecture to align with new […]
Nigeria’s digital payments ecosystem has become one of Africa’s most competitive fintech markets, with platforms like Paystack, Flutterwave, Interswitch, Moniepoint, and Remita powering millions of daily transactions across e commerce, banking, SaaS, and enterprise payments. For businesses, developers, compliance professionals, and consumers, choosing the right payment gateway is no longer just about transaction fees. Security, […]