Author: ITPulse

The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta has restated its commitment towards ensuring that the Internet is safer to use by highlighting some of the measures it is taking to ensure the safety of Nigeria’s cyberspace. The measures, according to the Commission are a collaboration with relevant stakeholders to embark on a nationwide cybersecurity awareness; establishment of a Cyber Security Incidence Response Team (CSIRT) Centre and collaboration with relevant security agencies in the development of the National Cyber Security Policy. Others are the development of a technical framework for the use of social media…

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Pantami has reiterated Nigerian government’s commitment towards the fight against cybercriminals and has warned Nigerians against opening strange emails and using pirated software. This was part of the keynote address, he delivered at the Annual Cyber Security Conference organised by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja. “The Federal Government is irrevocably committed to strengthening cybersecurity in the country,” he assured at the conference with the theme, “Strengthening the Security and Resilience of the Nation’s Communications Infrastructure.” According to the Minister, the volume of money being lost…

The management of Viasat, a commercial satellite operator, two days ago visited the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to give an update on its readiness to deploy satellite broadband services in Nigeria. The visit aligns with the Federal Government’s plan to deepen digital culture. At the meeting, Viasat sought the Commission’s encouragement and approval to reserve and use the 28 GHz KA frequency band in the country to provide cost-effective Internet connectivity and high throughput satellite connectivity through its incorporated Nigerian subsidiary, Viasat Nigeria. The company also informed the Commission of its plan to conduct a Proof of Concept (PoC) test…

In an effort to bring more inclusive financial services to users across West Africa, Ecobank Group has signed a cross-border remittance agreement with Alipay, the world’s leading payment and lifestyle platform. The partnership will provide a fast, safe, affordable and convenient way for workers to transfer money back home. Users of Alipay serve more than 1.2 billion people globally together with its local e-wallet partners, which provides an additional channel to help lower transaction costs and enhance the quality of service in the market. “Our Panafrican cross-border remittance solution, Rapidtransfer, has over the years been delivering transparent, convenient, and affordable…

A United Kingdom-based cybersecurity expert, Mr. Remi Afon has urged the Nigerian government to constantly and consistently train the country’s security agencies, especially the Military on the workings and patterns of online. Afon, who is also the President of the Cyber Security Experts Association of Nigeria (CSEAN), noted that the training has become expedient, owing to the growing use of social media and other online platforms by terrorists. “The Nigerian government needs to take the issue of cybersecurity more seriously. Our Law Enforcement Agencies and the military must be trained in the art of uncovering criminal patterns online,” he said…

At a time when the Chinese government is still grappling to find a solution to the scourge of the Coronavirus, experts are saying the situation presents an opportunity for vendors offering communications and collaboration services to provide a formidable product pitching. GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, who provide this background, noted that due to communications and collaboration, leading companies having a presence in China are striving to continue with business as usual. It cited the example of Google’s employees, who have been asked to either work from home or extend their Lunar New Year holiday while companies like…

Even though the wearable device market is described as maturing, it is yet to establish itself in the IoT mainstream, due largely to limited interoperability and underdeveloped self-contained functionalities. GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, had predicted in its Wearable Tech – Thematic Research that the market will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19 percent between 2018 and 2023, primarily driven by smartwatches, which account for the lion’s share of the market revenue. Competition in wearable tech is primarily a face-off between US and Chinese tech giants. Apple is the dominant player, thanks to the…

Biopharmaceutical company, Sanofi has called on technology entrepreneurs and startups to participate in the 2020 Africatech Challenge, an initiative that helps to promote entrepreneurship and development in the health sector in Africa. According to Sanofi, the Africatech Challenge is part of its effort to get affordable and user-friendly solutions that would address the needs of Africans. “We are in search of affordable and user-friendly solutions from African start-ups, with at least a proof of concept with positive results, in at least one country in Africa. This initiative provides a unique opportunity for aspiring tech-preneurs in Nigeria to showcase their talent…

Sophos has raised the alarm that the ‘safety measures’ email being circulated is a phishing scam, urging individuals and businesses to be on the alert. Sophos Security Team reported of the current scam, says it uses the coronavirus to lure unsuspecting businesses and people with the email which carries the logo of the World Health Organization and states: Sophos said that fortunately, at least for fluent speakers of English, the criminals have made numerous spelling and grammatical mistakes that act as warning signs that this is not what it seems. “The link you’re asked to click on is similarly, and…

The Nigerian Communications Communications (NCC) has spent N105 million to promote research and innovation on Information and Communications Technology in 13 Nigerian Universities, a document titled ‘2019: NCC’s Regulatory Feats’ has revealed. The telecom regulator said it decided to make the funding available in keeping with its ongoing tradition of driving technology innovations for Nigeria’s economic growth and sustainability. “In keeping with its ongoing tradition of driving technology innovations through funding relevant researches in tertiary institutions, the Commission decided to fund research and innovations in 2019,” the document noted. The document disclosed that in May 2019, NCC announced N40 million…