M&S Food Sales Growth Slows After April Cyberattack, Says NielsenIQ
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has reported a slowdown in its food sales growth following a significant cyberattack in April 2025, according to new data from NielsenIQ.
Over 7 Million Streaming Accounts Leaked in 2024
A new Kaspersky cybersecurity report has revealed a staggering 7,035,236 streaming service accounts were compromised in 2024, with popular platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video among the most affected.
Iranian Crypto Exchange Nobitex Hit by Hackers, $90 Million in Funds Destroyed
A major Iranian cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex, suffered a devastating cyberattack on Wednesday, resulting in the destruction of nearly $90 million in digital assets, according to reports from blockchain analytics firms and cybersecurity researchers.
UBS Reports Data Leak After Cyberattack on External Provider, Confirms No Client Data Affected
UBS, Switzerland’s largest bank, has disclosed a data leak resulting from a cyberattack on one of its external service providers, business support firm Chain IQ. The bank emphasized that no client data was compromised in the breach.
Washington Post Probes Cyberattack Targeting Journalists’ Email Accounts
The Washington Post is actively investigating a cyberattack that targeted the email accounts of several of its journalists, raising concerns about potential foreign government involvement, according to an internal memo and sources familiar with the matter.
GTA, Minecraft, and Call of Duty Used in Over 19 Million Cyberattack Attempts, Kaspersky Warns
In a startling revelation, Kaspersky has reported over 19 million attempted cyberattacks between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025, involving malicious files disguised as popular video games. Titles such as Grand Theft Auto (GTA), Minecraft, and Call of Duty were most frequently exploited by cybercriminals targeting Gen Z gamers.
DevSecFlow Launches SECOYA: AI-Powered Cybersecurity Platform for Fintechs and Regulated Industries
Cybersecurity firm DevSecFlow has officially unveiled SECOYA, an AI-driven security operations platform designed to deliver intelligent, efficient, and scalable cyber defence capabilities. Tailored for financial institutions, fintech startups, and highly regulated industries, SECOYA aims to redefine how Nigerian organisations respond to growing digital threats.
AI-Driven Identity Fraud Surges Across Africa as Traditional Scams Decline
A new Q1 2025 Identity Fraud Report by global verification platform Sumsub reveals a dramatic shift in the fraud landscape across Africa. While traditional scams such as document forgery are sharply declining, synthetic identity fraud, fuelled by AI-generated credentials, is rapidly on the rise.
ngCERT Issues High Alert Over Android Malware Targeting WhatsApp and Banking Apps in Nigeria
The Nigeria Computer Emergency Response Team (ngCERT) has raised a critical cybersecurity warning for all Android users across Nigeria.
Marks & Spencer Resumes Online Orders After 46-Day Cyberattack Pause
British retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) has resumed taking online orders for clothing lines after a 46-day hiatus following a cyberattack. The company had stopped taking clothing and home orders through its website and app on April 25 due to problems with contactless pay and click and collect services.
