Benin and Senegal Experience Highest Growth in African Internet Resilience: Internet Society Pulse Country Report 2024

The article highlights the significant improvements in internet resilience in West Africa, particularly in Benin and Senegal, as reported by the Internet Society’s Pulse Country Report for 2024. These countries have made substantial strides in enhancing their digital infrastructure, security, and market readiness. It also discusses the broader implications for internet access, performance, and the growing role of local content hosting, which enhances the overall resilience and cost-efficiency of the region’s internet services.

The Rise of AI in Advertising

Penquin, a leading advertising agency in Johannesburg, is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize creativity and operational efficiency in the industry. Creative AI expert Kenny Thomas leads the charge, exploring tools like DALL·E, Runway ML, and ChatGPT to enhance content creation and client service. Penquin’s commitment to innovation is evident through its dedicated AI team and comprehensive training program, positioning the agency as a forward-thinking leader in the evolving advertising landscape.

Kaspersky warns of a ransomware gang that blackmails victims after publicly revealing their data

Kaspersky has issued a warning about the Fog Ransomware group, which has escalated its tactics by publicly revealing victims’ stolen data and IP addresses on the Dark Web. This shift from traditional ransomware extortion to a more aggressive and fear-driven method is designed to increase pressure on victims to comply with ransom demands. The group, which primarily targets industries such as education, recreation, and finance, exploits compromised VPN credentials to infiltrate networks and encrypt data. The new tactic exposes not only the stolen data but also IP addresses, potentially increasing follow-up attacks and regulatory risks for victims.