NDPC Orders 1,300+ Firms to Prove Compliance with Nigeria’s Data Protection Act
Abuja — Nigeria’s data protection regulator has launched its largest enforcement action since the passage of the Nigeria…
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LinkedIn Hit With $335m GDPR Fine
Microsoft-owned social network, LinkedIn has been hit with a $335 million fine by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC).…
Meta Slapped with $101.5M Fine by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and WhatsApp, has been fined $101.5 million by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission…
Central Bank of Nigeria to Implement Controversial Cybersecurity Levy at Reduced Rate For 2024-2025
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced plans to enforce a controversial cybersecurity levy on electronic transactions,…
Instagram Ramps Up Safety Measures for Teens Amid Growing Scrutiny
In a significant move to address mounting concerns over social media’s impact on young users, Instagram has announced…
NDPC Extends Registration Deadline for Data Controllers and Processors
What’s Happening? The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has extended the registration deadline for organisations classified as data…
Dutch Data Protection Authority Fines Facial Recognition Firm $33M for GDPR Violations
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has slapped a substantial $33 million fine on U.S.-based facial recognition company…
Identity of Hacker Behind US Social Security Number Leak Revealed
A report by CrowdStrike reveals that the individual behind the USDoD hacking group is a 33-year-old man named Luan B.G. who lives in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Microsoft to End Support for Windows 10 by October 2025
Microsoft has revealed plans to discontinue support for Windows 10 by October 2025. This move marks a significant…