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WhatsApp introduces new tools to combat account theft, scams

WhatsApp introduces new tools to combat account theft, scams

By Islamiyyah Adekanbi WhatsApp has introduced new security features aimed at helping users prevent unauthorised access to their accounts, strengthen account recovery and make safer decisions when dealing with unknown callers. The messaging platform said the latest upgrades were designed to give users greater control over their account security as scams and attempts to gain […]
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Sat-3 develops fault in August again

Sat-3 develops fault in August again

Nigerian Internet users may again begin to experience disruption from this week as the Nigerian Telecommunications PLC, NITEL, at the weekend, indicated a fault in the SAT-3 cable.

Reducing poverty through ICT

Reducing poverty through ICT

For a long time, one issue that has engaged the nation’s ICT experts and others is how to reduce poverty to a tolerable level in our country especially, and generally in the world.

Communications Technology Minister to open WAFICT 2011

Communications Technology Minister to open WAFICT 2011

As preparations hit top gear for the 2011 edition of the West African ICT Congress, the Minister of Communication Technology, Mrs Omobola Johnson, has confirmed her attendance having been invited as the chief special guest of honour. The minister, who will be joined by other ministers, regulators, and dignitaries from West Africa and beyond, will also declare the Congress open.

Cloud computing: APC warns on over sizing of data centers

Cloud computing: APC warns on over sizing of data centers

The Director for the Central and North East Africa region at APC by Schneider Electric Jonathan Duncan has warned that companies should not oversize their data centers unnecessarily even with the additional pressures brought on by cloud computing.