Teresa Anania Joins Sophos as Chief Customer Officer
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Teresa Anania Joins Sophos as Chief Customer Officer

Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced that Teresa Anania has joined the company as Chief Customer Officer (CCO). Anania will play a key role in accelerating Sophos’ customer and partner success initiatives to maximize value of Sophos’ portfolio of cybersecurity solutions and services, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services…

Sophos Named Customers’ Choice for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) and Network Firewall in Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer Reports
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Sophos Named Customers’ Choice for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) and Network Firewall in Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer Reports

Sophos Achieved a 4.8/5.0 Rating for Both Categories and Rated as a Customers’ Choice for all Available Segments Within the Reports  Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced it has been named Customers’ Choice in the Gartner® Peer Insights™ Voice of the Customer for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) and Network Firewalls…

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 Elevate Galaxy AI to New Heights
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 Elevate Galaxy AI to New Heights

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced its all-new Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6, along with Galaxy Buds3 and Galaxy Buds3 Pro at the Galaxy Unpacked in Lagos. Recall that earlier this year, the tech giant Samsung, ushered in the era of mobile AI through the power of Galaxy AI. With the introduction of…

NIPR Inducts Techeconomy’s Editor Peter Oluka, 604 others as Members
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NIPR Inducts Techeconomy’s Editor Peter Oluka, 604 others as Members

Peter Oluka, the editor of Techeconomy, was among the 605 new members inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) during its 60th anniversary celebration. The induction ceremony, held as part of a week-long event culminating in an International Colloquium on June 20, 2024, took place in Garki, Abuja. Speaking at the event, Dr. Ike…

76% of Companies Improved Their Cyber Defenses to Qualify for Cyber Insurance, Sophos Survey Finds
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76% of Companies Improved Their Cyber Defenses to Qualify for Cyber Insurance, Sophos Survey Finds

Recovery Costs from Cyberattacks Outpace Insurance Coverage Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today released findings from its survey, “Cyber Insurance and Cyber Defenses 2024: Lessons from IT and Cybersecurity Leaders.” According to the report, 97% of those with a cyber policy invested in improving their defenses to help with…

Cybersecurity Skills Shortage Is Ranked as the Biggest Risk to MSPs and Their Clients
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Cybersecurity Skills Shortage Is Ranked as the Biggest Risk to MSPs and Their Clients

Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, today released its inaugural “MSP Perspectives 2024” survey report, which found that the biggest day-to-day challenge facing Managed Service Providers (MSP) is keeping up with the latest cybersecurity solutions/technologies, cited by 39% of the MSPs surveyed. Alongside this, MSPs indicated that hiring new cybersecurity analysts…

Botswana Cyber Revolution Summit 2024
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Botswana Cyber Revolution Summit 2024

 Cybersecurity Innovations: Leading the Future of Protection We TraiCon Events will be hosting Botswana’s premier cybersecurity event titled as “Cyber Revolution Summit” scheduled on 9th August 2024 in Gaborone, Botswana. This summit will feature keynote presentations and panel discussions with top security experts from various industries covering a range of topics, including cybersecurity innovations, data…

Call for Applications: MarkHack 3.0 – Unleash Creativity with Emerging Tech
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Call for Applications: MarkHack 3.0 – Unleash Creativity with Emerging Tech

GDM Group, a leading marketing and media technology company, and Eko Innovation Centre, a renowned startup accelerator, proudly announce the launch of MarkHack 3.0, themed “BEYOND LIMITS – Unleashing Creativity with Emerging Tech”. This exciting initiative invites innovators, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals to collaborate and develop groundbreaking solutions for real-time challenges in the marketing and…

MyShopLauncher (MSL) Launches to Empower African SMEs with Revolutionary E-Commerce Platform, Unparalleled Support
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MyShopLauncher (MSL) Launches to Empower African SMEs with Revolutionary E-Commerce Platform, Unparalleled Support

Today marks a significant milestone as MyShopLauncher proudly announces its official launch, bringing forth a groundbreaking e-commerce platform designed to redefine the landscape for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Africa. According to statista, the revenue in the E-commerce market in Africa was forecast to continuously increase between 2024 and 2028 by in total 15…

LG Set to Introduce Washtower, Styler, Others for a More Hygenic and Sustainable Lifestyle in 2024
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LG Set to Introduce Washtower, Styler, Others for a More Hygenic and Sustainable Lifestyle in 2024

For a More Eco-Conscious Way of Living, LG Washtower, Styler, mycup Makes Tumbler Users’ Daily Lives Cleaner and More Convenient. LG Electronics (LG), a pioneer in home appliances, is delighted to introduce a range of cutting-edge products designed to enhance the daily lives of Nigerian consumers. Embracing the essence of hygiene, comfort, efficiency, and a…

Attackers Increase Their Use of Remote Ransomware 62% Annually, Based on Attacks Detected and Stopped by Sophos CryptoGuard Technology
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Attackers Increase Their Use of Remote Ransomware 62% Annually, Based on Attacks Detected and Stopped by Sophos CryptoGuard Technology

Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, has released a report, titled “CryptoGuard: An Asymmetric Approach to the Ransomware Battle,” which found that some of the most prolific and active ransomware groups, including Akira, ALPHV/BlackCat, LockBit, Royal, Black Basta, are deliberately switching on remote encryption for their attacks. In remote encryption attacks, also known as…

Mozambique Cyber Revolution Summit 2024 – Cybersecurity Innovations: Leading the Future of Protection
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Mozambique Cyber Revolution Summit 2024 – Cybersecurity Innovations: Leading the Future of Protection

We TraiCon Events will be hosting Mozambique’s premier cybersecurity event titled as “Cyber Revolution Summit” scheduled on 28th & 29th February 2024 in Maputo, Mozambique. This summit will feature keynote presentations and panel discussions with top security experts from various industries covering a range of topics, including cybersecurity innovations, data privacy & security, risk management, network security,…

AVEVA Highlights Critical Role of Digitalization to Fast-track Industrial Decarbonization
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AVEVA Highlights Critical Role of Digitalization to Fast-track Industrial Decarbonization

·       Digital innovation is driving acceleration of decarbonization strategies worldwide in everything from bioplastics to new sources of energy. ·       With a delegation supporting the business agenda of COP28, AVEVA will advocate for the role that industrial digital intelligence can play in speeding up decarbonization and driving circularity  AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation…

Digital Encode Highlights How Emerging Technologies Drive Cyber Threats at AfriTECH 3.0
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Digital Encode Highlights How Emerging Technologies Drive Cyber Threats at AfriTECH 3.0

Digital Encode Limited, a prominent consulting and integration firm, has stated that in its 20 years of existence, it has certified numerous organizations with various certifications. These span from ISO certifications to conducting Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI-DSS) for both Nigerian and international companies. Digital Encode, which prides itself as the number one…

Cybercriminals disabled or erased logs in 82% of attacks with missing telemetry in Sophos Active Adversary Report cases.
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Cybercriminals disabled or erased logs in 82% of attacks with missing telemetry in Sophos Active Adversary Report cases.

 Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today released its Active Adversary Report for Security Practitioners, which found that telemetry logs were missing in nearly 42% of the attack cases studied. In 82% of these cases, cybercriminals disabled or wiped out the telemetry to hide their tracks. The report covers Incident…

Fez Delivery sets to transform the Logistics sector, with the launch eco-friendly Electric Bikes
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Fez Delivery sets to transform the Logistics sector, with the launch eco-friendly Electric Bikes

Fez Delivery, a leading last-mile delivery service connecting businesses and markets, is thrilled to announce the launch of “FEZ ECO,” its innovative line of electric bikes. This launch signifies a substantial leap towards a cleaner, more economical, and efficient solution for goods transportation, underlining Fez Delivery’s dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility. With the growling…

inq.Digital Explains Service Offerings Through Technology’s Value Chain
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inq.Digital Explains Service Offerings Through Technology’s Value Chain

inq.Digital Nigeria, a leading-edge solutions provider has said that its service offering entails letting its customers and partners through the entire value chain of technology, from connectivity, which is a bedrock of technology, all the way down to software. Speaking at the Africa Tech Alliance (AfriTECH 3.0) Forum held on Wednesday at The Providence Hotel,…

UK unites with global partners to accelerate development using AI
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UK unites with global partners to accelerate development using AI

UK and partners to fund safe and responsible AI projects for development around the world, beginning in Africa, with £80 million collaboration announced at AI Safety Summit funding will support home-grown AI expertise and computing power in Africa and help the continent’s AI innovators boost growth and support the continent’s long-term development the UK AI for Development…

Cybercriminals Successfully Encrypted Data in Ransomware Attacks on Nearly 75% of Healthcare Organizations That Sophos Surveyed
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Cybercriminals Successfully Encrypted Data in Ransomware Attacks on Nearly 75% of Healthcare Organizations That Sophos Surveyed

Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today shared its sector survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Healthcare 2023,” which revealed that, among those organizations surveyed, cybercriminals successfully encrypted data in nearly 75% of ransomware attacks. This is the highest rate of encryption in the past three years and a…

DLM Trust Company Terminates Its Appointment As Escrow Trustee With Patricia Technologies Limited.
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DLM Trust Company Terminates Its Appointment As Escrow Trustee With Patricia Technologies Limited.

DLM Trust completely disassociates itself from the press release by Patricia Technologies Limited on the 24th of October 2023. We were not aware of the publication neither did we consent to it. The news of the appointment of DLM Trust has been falsely portrayed in the media publications as a ‘partnership’ between both companies. DLM Trust…

Exceptional Galaxy Features Are Now Available to Even More Users with the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and Galaxy Buds FE.
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Exceptional Galaxy Features Are Now Available to Even More Users with the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and Galaxy Buds FE.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the latest FE series addition to the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem — the new Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+, and Galaxy Buds FE. Known for their iconic and durable designs, advanced performance, cutting-edge camera and audio capabilities, and so much more — these are the most…

AVEVA Achieves AWS Energy Competency Status
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AVEVA Achieves AWS Energy Competency Status

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, announced that it has achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Energy Competency status.  The distinction recognizes AVEVA’s expertise in helping customers leverage AWS’ cloud technology to transform complex industrial systems and accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future.   AVEVA is one of just seven companies…

MediaTek Collaborates With Airtel Nigeria To Enhance Mobile Connectivity in Nigeria
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MediaTek Collaborates With Airtel Nigeria To Enhance Mobile Connectivity in Nigeria

MediaTek, a leading global fabless semiconductor company that powers nearly 2 billion connected devices annually, has collaborated with Airtel Nigeria, a leading telecommunications service provider. The collaboration aims to drive technological advancements and enhance mobile connectivity nationwide and will see the integration of hundreds of millions of individuals into the digital economy, consequently advancing mobile connectivity…

Stakeholders Gear Up for AfriTECH 3.0, ATAEx Awards
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Stakeholders Gear Up for AfriTECH 3.0, ATAEx Awards

The third edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 3.0) is scheduled to hold on the 8th of November 2023 at the Providence Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, themed: “Technology-as-a-Service (TaaS) in Emerging Economy”. Similarly, voting has commenced for the Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx) awards through the: https://vote.africatechallianceforum.africa/. Today, the boundary between hardware and software is blurring. Software is…

The Nigeria Innovation Summit 8.0 gets support from the stakeholders
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The Nigeria Innovation Summit 8.0 gets support from the stakeholders

The 2023 edition of the the Nigeria Innovation Summit (NIS) has received the support and partnership of the critical stakeholders in the innovation ecosystem. Some of them include CoinEx; the Office for Nigeria Digital Innovation (ONDI); International Society for Professional Innovation Management (ISPIM); PwC; NITDA IT HUB (Nithub); VC4A; CcHub; African AI Foundation; Lagos State Employment Trust Funds (LSETF);…

LG Takes CSR Project to Federal Medical Centre Abuja, Donates Products, Mosquito Nets & Baby Care Kits
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LG Takes CSR Project to Federal Medical Centre Abuja, Donates Products, Mosquito Nets & Baby Care Kits

LG Electronics, a leading consumer electronics company, is proud to announce its recent donation of essential products and health items to the Federal Medical Centre, Abuja. This initiative aims to support the hospital’s ongoing efforts to provide quality healthcare services to the community, especially during these challenging times. Recognizing the critical role that FMC Abuja…

Anambra Innovation: Soludo Engages The Global Innovation Leaders in Luxembourg
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Anambra Innovation: Soludo Engages The Global Innovation Leaders in Luxembourg

“We want Anambra to be known as a destination for innovation, the next Startup State, home for digital Talents, the home of the smart digital tribe” Ms Chinwe Okoli, the Special Adviser to the Governor of Anambra State on Innovation and Business Incubation addressed the global innovation ecosystem leaders at the 40th IASP World Conference…

Future of Payments and Commerce will be Explored at Innovative Conference “PayCom 2023”
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Future of Payments and Commerce will be Explored at Innovative Conference “PayCom 2023”

The Loveworld Institute of Innovation and Technology (LIIT) is proud to announce the upcoming “Future of Payments and E-Commerce Conference 2023” (PayCom 2023), set to take place on 11th October 2023 at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos, Nigeria. The theme for this event ‘Leveraging the Power of Contactless Payment for Financial Inclusion’. This prestigious event…