…As SBTS targets cybersecurity, compliance with Aegis360AI

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor

Nigeria’s ambition to reduce its dependence on foreign artificial intelligence templates is gaining momentum, with more home-grown AI initiatives emerging to tackle the country’s peculiar economic, security and regulatory challenges.

The latest addition to the growing local AI mix is Aegis360AI, an AI-native enterprise compliance, threat intelligence and trust management platform developed by SBTS Group.

Its emergence comes on the heels of initiatives such as Anambra State’s push to deploy locally developed AI solutions for government operations and revenue generation, further strengthening the argument that Nigeria may be gradually moving from simply consuming imported AI technologies to building systems around its own realities.

Aegis360AI is targeting a different but equally critical area: helping Nigerian organisations manage cybersecurity, risk, regulatory compliance and audit readiness from a single platform.

As banks, fintechs, government agencies, oil and gas companies and other enterprises increasingly adopt cloud platforms, digital payments and automated systems, cybersecurity and compliance are becoming too interconnected to be managed effectively through separate tools.

SBTS said the platform is designed to move organisations away from the traditional spreadsheet-driven approach, where compliance teams scramble for documents whenever audits or regulatory deadlines approach.

Instead, Aegis360AI automates elements of evidence collection, monitors controls and provides a continuous view of an organisation’s security and compliance posture.

Its capabilities include automated compliance mapping, continuous control monitoring, vendor and third-party risk management, automated evidence collection, real-time risk prioritisation, audit reporting and security monitoring across hybrid environments.

A major attraction is its ability to map common controls across several regulatory and international frameworks. These include Nigerian data protection requirements and Nigeria Data Protection Commission expectations, alongside standards such as ISO 27001, ISO 42001, SOC 2 and HIPAA.

The platform also integrates with technology environments including Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform and GitHub to support automated evidence gathering and compliance workflows.
But while artificial intelligence drives much of the automation, SBTS is not placing critical cybersecurity decisions entirely in the hands of machines.

Its human-in-the-loop model leaves high-risk findings, incident response, regulatory interpretation and remediation decisions to human experts.

Beyond compliance, Aegis360AI is backed by SBTS Group’s Security Operations Centre, offering continuous threat monitoring, incident response, endpoint protection, vulnerability management and governance support across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

The platform also tackles third-party risks by centralising vendor onboarding, monitoring changes in vendors’ security posture and providing unified risk scoring.

For Nigerian enterprises, the bigger proposition may therefore be about digital trust.

As businesses become increasingly dependent on interconnected technologies, the ability to demonstrate that data is protected, risks are monitored and regulatory obligations are continuously met could become as important as the technology itself.

With Aegis360AI joining initiatives such as Anambra’s local AI drive, Nigeria’s emerging AI story is gradually acquiring another dimension: not merely using AI, but building indigenous intelligence capable of solving indigenous problems.

[9/2, 12:44 PM] D’ Prince: Beyond battery, Xiaomi’s new phone built for pace of everyday life —Li Shuyue, Head of Marketing, Xiaomi

The most talked about feature of the newly introduced REDMI 17, is its long-lasting battery performance.
The device was designed to give users more freedom to go through their day without constantly thinking about their next charge, with its 7,500mAh battery.

Makers of the phone, Xiaomi, say the phone is designed to stay with users through longer days, even though they engage in activities such as streaming videos, browsing social media, making calls or capturing content, With support for 45W Turbo Charging, getting back to using the device is also designed to take less time.

However, Head of Marketing at Xiaomi, Li Shuyue said that beyond that, the new device has an immersive display, capable cameras and a refreshed design for users seeking reliability and entertainment in one device. Shuyue said: “Xiaomi has always been about bringing meaningful technology to more people, and with REDMI 17, we are responding to the way consumers actually live with their smartphones today. We wanted to create a device that delivers on the things that matter in everyday life, dependable battery life, an enjoyable viewing experience and features that make the phone genuinely useful.”

That focus on everyday enjoyment extends to the phone’s 6.9-inch display, which offers a larger canvas for watching content, gaming, browsing and staying connected. Its refresh rate of up to 120Hz helps make scrolling and movement feel smoother, particularly for users who spend significant time-consuming content on their phones.

The REDMI 17 also brings a practical approach to design.

Its flat display and matte frame give it a clean, contemporary appearance, while a selection of colours, Black, Deep Blue, Oak Green and Lotus Purple allows users to choose a finish that reflects their personality.

The addition of Dynamic RGB lighting brings another layer of expression, with lighting effects responding to calls, notifications, charging and other activities.

The device comes with a 50MP AI dual-camera system, for capturing the moments that fill the day, providing users with a capable option for everyday photography without making the experience complicated.

Underpinning the experience is Xiaomi HyperOS 3, working with the MediaTek Helio G91-Ultra platform to support everyday activities such as multitasking, entertainment and communication.

Xiaomi is not simply adding another smartphone to the market. It is looking at the everyday realities of how people use their devices while bringing together the essentials that can make those experiences easier 

Xiaomi said the REDMI 17 will be available in Nigeria in Black, Deep Blue, Oak Green and Lotus Purple.