NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC has released findings from its 1H2024 DDoS Threat Intelligence Report, citing a dramatic 43% increase in the number of application-layer attacks and a 30% increase in volumetric attacks, especially in Europe and the Middle East. Attack duration varied with 70% lasting less than 15 minutes. The escalation of attacks involves a range of […]
Read MoreAs Africa continues to embrace digital transformation, the continent is also becoming increasingly vulnerable to cyberthreats, particularly Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. These incidents, which disrupt the availability of networks, applications and services, are becoming a favoured tool among hackers looking to exploit vulnerabilities for malicious purposes. Why do hackers use DDoS attacks? DDoS […]
Read MoreThere are over 500 million podcast listeners worldwide today* and the global podcasting market is expected to grow 9x from $27B in 2023 to over $234B by 2030. With listeners completing circa 80% of any given podcast episode it’s unsurprising that worldwide ad spending is expected to reach $4.02 billion in 2024. Amid this explosive […]
Read MoreThe Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), is pushing for the utilisation of the 6GHz band for Wi-Fi -6 applications due to the increasing demand across the country. According to the Commission, the 5GHz and 2.4GHz that are being used for Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5) at the moment are becoming overwhelmed due to an increase in demand for […]
Read More“You can run but you cannot hide from the digital footprint.” In a world where every click, every search, and every sign-up contributes to digital data, the concern for privacy remains paramount. Even with diligent efforts to not share personal information online, the question remains: is privacy truly achievable? The Illusion of Complete Privacy The […]
Read MoreA recent study reveals that 74% of internet users underestimate how much their data can be tracked without direct input. With advanced tracking technologies and data brokers quietly collecting behind the scenes, it’s not just about the information you willingly share online. Even users who think they’re cautious are still vulnerable. The ProxyScrape team explores […]
Read More“You can run but you cannot hide from the digital footprint.” In a world where every click, every search, and every sign-up contributes to digital data, the concern for privacy remains paramount. Even with diligent efforts to not share personal information online, the question remains: is privacy truly achievable? The Illusion of Complete Privacy The […]
Read More“Your password is the single most important key to your digital life,” warns Stepan Solovev, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Soax. This line more than wakes us to the realization of how much protection our digital selves are. Yet, many are unaware of the unexpected places where hackers may scavenge for this valuable information. […]
Read More“In an age when your digital privacy can be invaded by several types of software unconsciously, it turns into a vital skill to learn how to protect your PC and your private conversations,” said Thibeau Maerevoet, ProxyScrape Chief Executive Officer. Convenience is experienced due to the connection of the devices in the digital age, but privacy […]
Read MoreHotspot Network, a ‘middle market’ telecom tower operator in Nigeria, has joined forces with Solarkiosk Solutions, which provides off-grid solar energy across Africa. Through the partnership, the two companies have launched a joint venture-Hotspot-Solarkiosk-focused on the communication landscape in underserved areas of the country. According to the two companies, the primary objective of the partnership […]
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