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WhatsApp Best strategy to Boost Privacy and Performance

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WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature designed to protect users from potentially harmful messages sent by unknown accounts. According to details uncovered by a feature tracker, this upcoming feature will allow users to block messages from unknown senders. This could not only enhance the security of users’ accounts but also help improve device performance by preventing certain unwanted messages from affecting the app. The feature was discovered in the beta version of WhatsApp for Android (version 2.24.17.24), where a new option called “Block unknown account messages” was spotted in the…

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Cybersecurity and Women: Promoting Diversity in the Digital World

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In today’s digital age, where cyber threats are ever-evolving, it is crucial to have diverse perspectives and talents in the cybersecurity field. However, women remain significantly underrepresented in this industry. According to recent statistics, women comprise only about 20% of the global cybersecurity workforce.This gender disparity not only hampers efforts to combat cyber threats effectively but also deprives the industry of valuable insights and skills that women can bring. Promoting women’s participation and representation in cybersecurity is therefore essential for a safer and more inclusive digital world. Empowering Support NetworkCreating…

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Great Transformative Power of Sharing Women in STEM Success Stories

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In recent years, there has been an increased push for diversity and inclusivity in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). One powerful way to inspire and empower more women to pursue careers in these disciplines is through the sharing of success stories. Not only do these stories break stereotypes and challenge societal norms, but they also provide tangible evidence of the benefits of a gender-inclusive STEM industry. According to a report by UNESCO, women account for only 35% of all students enrolled in STEM-related studies worldwide. By…

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CrowdStrike Technical Root Cause Analysis of Faulty Falcon Update

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Cybersecurity giant CrowdStrike has released a comprehensive technical root cause analysis detailing the events that led to a problematic Falcon sensor update on July 19, 2024. The incident caused system crashes for some Windows users and prompted a swift response from the company. The investigation shows that the problem came from a complicated interaction of factors within CrowdStrike’s Rapid Response Content delivery system. At the core of the problem was a mismatch between the number of input fields expected by the sensor’s Content Interpreter and those provided by a new…

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Latest: Chinese Robotaxi approval to carry passengers in California

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Robotaxi. Chinese autonomous vehicle company WeRide has received the green light to test its driverless vehicles with passengers in California.  The step comes as WeRide begins the process to go public on the U.S. stock market at a nearly $5 billion valuation. The timing also coincides with reports that the Commerce Department is considering a ban on Chinese connected vehicles — which include autonomous vehicles — due to national security concerns.  As of August 2, WeRide holds two permits from the California Public Utilities Commission: A drivered pilot permit and a driverless pilot permit. Both allow WeRide…

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Latest: CrowdStrike accepts the award for ‘most epic fail’ after a global IT outage

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A few weeks after its software update triggered a global IT meltdown, CrowdStrike isn’t shying away from the spotlight. The company’s president Michael Sentonas even took the stage at the Pwnie Awards to accept the award for Most Epic Fail. The awards took place at Def Con, right after the Black Hat conference where CrowdStrike had one of the biggest booths, giving out free T-shirts and action figures. A spokesperson told TechCrunch that the company’s message to attendees was one of “gratitude and appreciation for the Black Hat community.” Footage of Sentonas’ acceptance speech…

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New: Bolt ventures into food delivery business

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Bolt ventures into the food delivery business Bolt, a Taxi-hailing service is venturing into the food delivery business in Kenya targeting alternative revenue streams as the market has seen reduced mobility in the wake of Covid-19 restrictions. Bolt advertised the position of Country Manager for its food delivery arm in Kenya signaling the beginning of operations towards the end of the year. “We’re already present in 30+ markets across Europe and Africa. Now, it’s time for us to bring the know-how around building a mobility platform to the food delivery…

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CBK Proposes law for mobile loan apps

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CBK Proposes law for mobile loan apps Digital app lending companies operating in Kenya are set up for a shake-up after the country’s central bank proposed new laws to regulate monthly interest rates levied on loans by digital lenders in a bid to stamp out what it deems predatory practices. If approved, digital lenders will require approval from the central bank to increase lending rates or launch new products. The move comes in the wake of mounting concern about the scale of predatory lending given the proliferation of startups offering…

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Toshiba Exits Laptop Business, The Best for Industry.

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Toshiba Exits Laptop Business Toshiba, a Japanese tech giant once well-known for its satellite range of laptops meant for heavy use, has finally decided to quit the laptop business. Toshiba has quietly sold its remaining 19.9 percent stake in its Dynabook laptop brand to Sharp, officially exiting the laptop business. The company earlier sold an 80.1 percent stake to Sharp in 2018. “Toshiba Corporation hereby announces that it has transferred the 19.9 percent of the outstanding shares in Dynabook that it held to Sharp Corporation. As a result of this…

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Airtel Kenya ventures into the TV Best streams market

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Airtel Kenya ventures into the TV streams market Airtel Kenya a Telecom firm has launched a TV app service in the market as it moves to tap the growing demand for movie streaming services and rev up data consumption on its network. The free service dubbed Airtel TV will allow users to watch movies, documentaries, music, and cartoons, seeking a piece in a market dominated by giants Netflix, Amazon, and Showmax– which provide videos on demand. The service will be free for now, a pointer that seeks to earn money…

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