Cartier Confirms Cyberattack: Customer Data Breached in Latest Wave of Retail Hacks
Luxury jewellery brand Cartier, owned by Richemont, has disclosed a cybersecurity breach that led to unauthorized access to its systems and exposure of limited client information. In an email to customers on Tuesday, Cartier confirmed that an unauthorised party temporarily accessed its website, making it the latest high-profile victim in a rising trend of cyberattacks targeting major fashion and retail brands.
Victoria’s Secret Shuts Down Website After Cybersecurity Incident
Victoria’s Secret revealed on Tuesday that a cybersecurity incident targeting its IT systems prompted a temporary website shutdown last week. The lingerie and apparel giant took swift action to mitigate the threat, shutting down both its corporate systems and e-commerce site on May 26 and enacting immediate response protocols to contain the breach.
Coinbase Customer Data Breach Tied to Indian Outsourcing Firm TaskUs, Sources Say
Coinbase, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is facing scrutiny after new details emerged linking a January data breach to an India-based employee of outsourcing firm TaskUs. According to six sources familiar with the incident, the breach could cost Coinbase up to $400 million and was known to the company months before it was publicly disclosed.
Nigeria’s AI Ambitions at Risk Without Governance and Security, Experts Warn
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the world at an unprecedented pace, and Nigeria is eager to be part of the global AI revolution. However, industry experts caution that the country’s aggressive push into AI, without establishing robust governance, security, and ethical standards, could create significant national vulnerabilities.
Ghana and UAE Sign $1 Billion Deal to Build Tech Hub in Ningo-Prampram
Ghana has taken a giant leap in its digital transformation journey by signing a landmark $1 billion agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to establish a world-class technology and innovation hub in Ningo-Prampram, a rapidly growing district in the Greater Accra Region.
FG Launches HND Programs in AI, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering to Modernize Nigeria’s Tech Education
In a bold move to modernize Nigeria’s technical education and align with global digital trends, the Federal Government has introduced new Higher National Diploma (HND) programs in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, and Networking.
Apple Blocks Over $2 Billion in Fraudulent App Store Transactions in 2024 Alone
In a powerful display of digital security, Apple has announced it blocked over $2 billion in fraudulent transactions on the App Store in 2024, pushing its five-year total beyond $9 billion. The disclosure comes ahead of the highly anticipated Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2025), signalling Apple’s continued push to defend its walled-garden app ecosystem amid growing regulatory scrutiny and antitrust debates.
Nigeria Strengthens Cybersecurity with New National Centre at Bayero University, Kano
In a landmark move to bolster Nigeria’s digital resilience, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has officially commissioned a National Cybersecurity Centre at Bayero University, Kano (BUK). The facility, unveiled on May 20, 2025, is designed to serve as a national hub for cybersecurity education, innovation, research, and talent development.
Russia-Linked Hacker Group ‘Laundry Bear’ Breached NATO and Dutch Police Networks
Dutch intelligence agencies have identified a Russia-backed hacking group, dubbed “Laundry Bear,” as the force behind a series of cyberattacks targeting NATO, the Dutch police, and European government networks, according to an official statement released on Tuesday.
China Accuses Taiwan Government of Cyberattack on Guangzhou Tech Company
China Claims Taiwan Backed Cyberattack on Guangzhou-Based Tech Firm
