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Artificial intelligence has crossed another remarkable and uncomfortable frontier. Researchers have used generative AI to design entirely new viruses, and some of those designs successfully functioned in laboratory experiments. The development is being described as a major milestone for generative biology. It also raises a difficult question for the technology industry: when AI becomes capable of designing biological systems, how do we make sure the same capability cannot eve

iPhones are difficult to hack, but they are not immune to sophisticated attacks. Learn how to distinguish genuine signs of compromise from common device issues, strengthen your security, and take the right steps if you suspect your iPhone has been hacked. iPhones are hard to hack but not immune. Protect your device by switching on automatic iOS updates, creating a strong Apple ID + 2FA, and – if you’re a high-risk user – enabling Lockdown Mode. Remember that even updated iPho

Nigeria's digital economy is expanding at an unprecedented pace. Financial services, education, healthcare, government services, e-commerce, and small businesses increasingly rely on digital platforms to deliver services and manage everyday operations. As digital adoption accelerates, so does the volume of sensitive information stored on personal devices. Today's smartphones and laptops contain far more than photographs and videos. They often hold National Identification Numb

Learn what antivirus software is, how modern antivirus works, what threats it blocks, and why it still matters. Antivirus software has been around in some form or other since the early 1970s. But as threats have changed, it has been forced to evolve. That’s why the sophisticated, multi-layered solutions on offer today bear little resemblance to the simple, signature-based software of old. Yet we can still trace a clear line back in time from one to the other. Although there a

Everything needed to choose the right protection plan, understand subscription options and get started with confidence. Cybersecurity has become an essential part of everyday life. From online banking and digital payments to remote work, virtual learning and social connectivity, technology now plays a central role in how people communicate, work and manage their daily activities. As digital adoption continues to grow, so does the need to protect devices, personal information

The digital frontier has never been more treacherous. As cybercriminals deploy advanced artificial intelligence to automate attacks, individuals and organizations must move past basic security awareness. True digital resilience requires proactive tactics, active endpoint defense, and rapid recovery strategies. The digital world moves fast, and cybercriminals are moving even faster. Today, threat actors swap basic viruses for AI-driven tricks, highly targeted scams, and silent

The Nigerian digital ecosystem spanning banking, fintech, telecommunications, and e-commerce, is currently navigating an aggressive escalation in highly coordinated cyber scams. In the immediate term, the operational risk has transitioned from simple, uncoordinated opportunistic attacks to sophisticated, cross-channel fraud ecosystems. For corporate stakeholders, C-suite executives, and regulatory boards, the primary threat is no longer localized capital loss. The strategic r

If you’ve been the victim of fraud, you’re likely already a lead on a ‘sucker list’ – and if you’re not careful, your ordeal may be about to get worse. The worst thing you can do after falling victim to fraud is let your guard down. Online scammers only care about one thing: making money, so when new opportunities arise to do just that, they take them. It doesn’t matter if it involves re-victimizing someone who has already been defrauded, raising false hopes and exploiting th

ESET Research reveals how cybercriminals have improved their malicious campaigns. In the current AI era, cyber-threats are evolving so quickly that even blog posts only a few weeks old can become outdated in the blink of an eye. During Black Friday 2025, we wrote about new threats targeting Android users ahead of the shopping season and, oh boy, it looks like it’s time to update the list. Since then, ESET researchers have identified new AI‑powered threats as well as updates

The education sector is notoriously short on cash, but rich in assets for threat actors to target. How can managed detection and response (MDR) help learning institutions regain the initiative? For the education sector, cybersecurity isn’t just about preserving reputation and minimizing financial damage. It plays a critical role in protecting student wellbeing and ensuring every child and young adult fulfils their learning potential. The challenge that schools, colleges and u