New York, U.S. – A critical vulnerability in Microsoft’s BitLocker encryption, identified as CVE-2023-21563, has been demonstrated to allow hackers to bypass its security with minimal effort and brief physical access to a device. Security researcher Thomas Lambertz, known as “th0mas,” revealed this flaw during a keynote at the Chaos Communication Conference titled “Windows BitLocker:…
California, U.S. – Several companies have fallen victim to a series of cyberattacks compromising their Chrome browser extensions, with the first known incidents dating back to mid-December. One of the victims, California-based data protection company Cyberhaven, confirmed that their Chrome extension was affected by a malicious cyberattack on Christmas Eve. The company stated that the…
Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the disconnection of Exchange Telecommunications Ltd. from MTN Nigeria’s network due to unresolved interconnect charges. The regulatory body disclosed this in a public notice issued on Friday by its Director of Public Affairs, Mr Reuben Muoka, at the commission’s office. Reason for Disconnection Exchange Telecommunications,…
Washington, U.S. – President-elect Donald Trump has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to postpone the implementation of a controversial law that mandates TikTok’s sale or faces a nationwide ban. The law, enacted by Congress in April, gives TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, until January 19, 2025, to divest the platform to an American entity. If…
New York, U.S. – Apple Inc. is on the brink of achieving an unprecedented $4 trillion market valuation, fueled by a surge in stock price driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and renewed optimism about iPhone sales recovery. Since early November, Apple’s shares have risen by approximately 16%, adding around $500 billion to its…
Samsung has introduced a new series of microSD cards inspired by SEGA’s iconic Sonic the Hedgehog franchise. Dubbed the Sonic the Hedgehog PRO Plus series, these cards combine striking character designs with high durability and impressive performance, catering to gamers, content creators, and tech enthusiasts alike. The series offers four variants with unique designs and…
Xiaomi is gearing up to complete its 2025 flagship lineup with the much-anticipated Xiaomi 15 Ultra. The smartphone is slated for a February launch, starting in China, with speculation suggesting an unveiling during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona. This aligns with Xiaomi’s tradition of showcasing flagship devices on a global stage, following…
Lagos, Nigeria – The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved a proposal to increase telecom tariffs, marking the first significant adjustment in over a decade. The revised rates for calls, SMS, and internet data will take effect in January 2025. According to TechCabal, Telecom giants, including MTN Nigeria, Airtel, and 9Mobile, have long sought tariff…
A Look at the Shifting Dynamics Between Tech Leaders and the President-elect Washington, U.S. – Tech companies and leaders are making significant contributions to United States President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural fund. The trend highlights a changing relationship after prior tensions between Trump and Silicon Valley. Below are the 7 reasons why: 1. Key Contributions and…
The OnePlus Ace 5 series mobile phone launch conference has been officially scheduled for December 26 at 14:30, when it will also bring new products such as OnePlus tablets and OnePlus Buds Ace 2 wireless headphones. According to the latest official teasing from OnePlus, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro phone will support “ultra-long-range smart Bluetooth”,…
