How a Pizza Order Sparked Nigeria’s Landmark ₦3 Million Data Privacy Victory
Young lawyer's fight against unsolicited marketing messages became a landmark victory for digital rights in Africa's largest economy.
David Odes is a cybersecurity and privacy researcher and the founder of Web Security Lab. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt, where he developed an early interest in networks and telecommunication systems.
David leads Web Security Lab’s mission to close the cybersecurity knowledge gap and advocates for public policy reforms to foster a safer and more resilient digital ecosystem.
His expertise spans security operations and governance, and through his research and publications, he simplifies complex cybersecurity concepts, shaping policy discussions and empowering both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Exclusive: How Critical Security Flaw in MTN Portal Could Have Exposed Personal Data of Millions
Critical security vulnerabilities in MTN Nigeria’s self-service portal have been uncovered that could have potentially compromised the personal…
Exclusive: Nigerian Court Fines Polaris Bank ₦1 Million for Data Privacy Violations
Tokunbo Olatokun wanted two things: to close his account and stop receiving marketing emails from Polaris Bank. Instead,…
Australia’s Social Media Ban for Under-16s: A Bold Step for Child Safety or a Precedent for Ending Online Anonymity?
On 28 November 2024, the Australian Senate passed a landmark law banning children under 16 from owning social…
Exclusive: Inside the Globacom Cyberattack – Ransom Demand Revealed
In one of the most significant cybersecurity breaches to hit Africa in recent years, Globacom, Nigeria’s third-largest telecom…
Will the .io Domain Survive? How Geopolitics Could Impact Tech’s Favourite ccTLD
The popular .io domain – widely used by tech startups, developers, and cryptocurrency companies – faces an uncertain…
Massive Security Breach at Internet Archive Exposes 31 Million Users’ Data; Wayback Machine Under Attack
The Internet Archive has suffered a data breach, exposing sensitive information from approximately 31 million user accounts. The…
Encryption: Why the ‘Good Guys Only’ Backdoor is a Dangerous Myth
When Chinese hackers breached U.S. telecommunications surveillance systems, they didn’t need to create new vulnerabilities—they simply exploited ones…
Chinese Hackers Infiltrate U.S. Telecommunications Surveillance Systems
In a shocking development, The Wall Street Journal reports that major U.S. telecommunications providers have fallen victim to…
Telegram Updates Privacy Policy: User Data Sharing with Law Enforcement Expanded
In a significant shift from its previous stance, Telegram has announced an update to its privacy policy that…