Development Partners International LLP (DPI), a renowned private investment firm with a significant focus on Africa, has launched DPI Venture Capital to support and cultivate early-stage companies that positively impact the continent’s burgeoning middle class. DPI’s strategic move leverages its 18-year history of backing innovation-led enterprises and its extensive reach across 43 African countries. This venture aims to take advantage
The alarming rise of cybercrime syndicates from their initial bases in Southeast Asia to a global scale has been a growing concern according to a recent report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Originally operating predominantly from Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos, these networks have successfully expanded their influence across continents, reaching Africa, South America, and South
With the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats, ensuring that one’s operating system is equipped with the latest security measures is paramount. Microsoft has urged users to transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11, especially now that Windows 10 has reached its end-of-support status. The cessation of security updates for Windows 10 necessarily increases the urgency for users to upgrade.
The recent Forbes report highlights critical security vulnerabilities in Perplexity’s Android app, drawing attention to the significant risks these flaws pose to user data and the company. This comes at a time when Perplexity, an AI search startup headquartered in India, is experiencing rapid growth and entering high-profile partnerships. However, the newfound security issues overshadow the startup’s accomplishments and cast
The resurgence of notorious cybercrime marketplaces Cracked and BreachForums highlights the resilience and adaptability of cybercriminal enterprises. Despite significant law enforcement crackdowns, these platforms continue to re-emerge and facilitate illicit activities, posing substantial challenges for authorities. Cracked’s Persistent Revival Law Enforcement Crackdown Initially targeted by law enforcement in a comprehensive operation known as “Operation Talent,” Cracked went offline after its
The US WealthTech market experienced a steep decline in the first quarter of this year, reflecting a broader trend of caution among investors and a general slowdown in the fintech sector. Deal activity saw a year-over-year drop of 71%, plummeting from 235 deals in the same quarter last year to just 68 deals now. Correspondingly, funding volumes suffered a dramatic
Cryptocurrency has seen various trends, and one of the most fascinating is the rise of meme coins. These digital assets, which started as internet jokes, have quickly become serious financial opportunities, creating wealth for average investors. Initially dismissed by many as novelties, meme coins have now matured into a significant part of the crypto market, demonstrating their ability to generate
The global cybersecurity landscape has been significantly impacted by the exploitation of Proton66, a Russian bulletproof hosting service provider. Since January 8, 2025, cybersecurity researchers from Trustwave SpiderLabs have observed a disturbing increase in malicious activities such as mass scanning, credential brute-forcing, and exploitation attempts originating from Proton66’s IP addresses. Specifically, net blocks 45.135.232.0/24 and 45.140.17.0/24 have demonstrated notable activity.
In response to multiple high-severity vulnerabilities discovered in its Enterprise Server product, GitHub has issued a series of critical security patches. Among the identified vulnerabilities, one particularly severe flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising the entire system. This critical flaw, cataloged as CVE-2025-3509, highlights the importance of robust security measures and the urgency of applying these patches
Digital forensics is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advances, complex cyber threats, and a vast proliferation of digital data. Chief Security Officers (CSOs) stand at the forefront of these critical investigations, playing a pivotal role in guiding and orchestrating effective digital forensic strategies. To navigate this challenging landscape successfully, understanding the cutting-edge tools and methodologies available is essential for CSOs
In recent cybersecurity developments, a critical vulnerability has been discovered in numerous industrial recorders and data acquisition systems produced by Yokogawa Electric Corporation. This significant flaw exposes various essential devices to unauthorized access due to default settings that fail to activate authentication. This article will explore the specifics of the vulnerability, its potential consequences, and steps that can be taken
Avaloq’s strategic expansion into the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) marks a major milestone in advancing the financial digital transformation within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This move aims to assist financial institutions in adapting to evolving investor expectations and overcoming challenges associated with technology adoption and client trust. Avaloq, a leading technology provider specialized in private banking, wealth
