Financial institutions worldwide were rocked by a massive zero-day exploit that targeted banking systems, payment processors, and fintech platforms in 2025. The incident underscores how critical cybersecurity has become for global finance and why every organisation must strengthen resilience against previously unknown vulnerabilities. What is a Zero-Day Exploit? A zero-day exploit refers to a cyberattack […]
AI-driven cyberattacks 2025 has seen a sharp rise in reshaping the cybersecurity landscape in ways that many businesses were unprepared for. While artificial intelligence brings efficiency and innovation, it is now also fueling faster, smarter, and harder-to-detect attacks. For companies of all sizes, this shift raises urgent questions: How vulnerable are we, and what can […]
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are often called the backbone of the global economy—but they’re also one of the biggest targets for cybercriminals. According to a Verizon Data Breach Report, over 43% of cyberattacks target small businesses, yet many lack the resources to build strong defenses. This is where the CIS Controls come in. Developed […]
In today’s hyper-connected financial ecosystem, cybersecurity isn’t just a regulatory requirement, it’s a critical pillar of trust and business continuity. Financial institutions handle vast volumes of sensitive customer data and high-value transactions daily, making them prime targets for cybercriminals. To protect their operations and maintain customer confidence, banks, fintech companies, and other financial organizations must […]
Data privacy is no longer just a legal checkbox—it’s a global business necessity. As regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA 2023/2025), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) reshape corporate responsibilities, one international standard stands out as the backbone of trust: ISO 27001. This article […]