🔐Nigeria Hit by 4,701 Weekly Cyber Attacks

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In recent news in tech, the headlines tell a powerful story about Africa’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. Nigeria is grappling with a surge in cyber threats, recording 4,701 weekly cyber attacks — a stark reminder that as digital adoption grows, so do security risks. Meanwhile, X has halted payments to Nigerian creators, raising fresh concerns about monetisation stability for digital entrepreneurs. In mobility tech, inDrive is expanding revenue models with the rollout of in-app ads in South Africa, signaling a shift toward platform diversification.

In hardware, we break down the ultimate 2026 earbuds showdown — Sony vs Apple vs Bose — to see which premium audio brand truly delivers value. Egypt is taking a bold step forward with a new Startup Charter aimed at strengthening its tech ecosystem, while YouTube Music’s new lyrics paywall sparks debate about where streaming monetisation is heading.

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Today’s Menu ☕️

🔐Nigeria Hit by 4,701 Weekly Cyber Attacks
📱X Halts Payments to Nigerian Creators
🚘 inDrive Rolls Out In-App Ads in South Africa
ᖰ ᖳ Sony vs Apple vs Bose: Which Earbuds Actually Deserve Your Money in 2026?
⚙️ Egypt Launches Startup Charter to Boost Tech Entrepreneurship
📱YouTube Music Introduces Lyrics Paywall in New Update

 🔐CYBERSECURITY

Nigeria Hit by 4,701 Weekly Cyber Attacks

Nigeria has become the most targeted country for cyberattacks in Africa, with organisations facing an average of 4,701 attacks per week—more than double the global average of 2,090—according to a January 2026 report by Check Point Research. While cyberattacks across Africa declined by 6%, Nigeria recorded a 12% increase year-over-year, ranking above Angola, Kenya, and South Africa.

The surge is driven by several structural factors: Nigeria’s high volume of digital financial transactions, outdated legacy systems in public institutions, and a shortage of cybersecurity professionals due to migration trends. Banks, fintechs, and government agencies are particularly exposed..........continue reading

📱SOCIAL MEDIA

X Halts Payments to Nigerian Creators

X has suspended revenue payments for a significant number of Nigerian creators, with unofficial estimates suggesting that 80–90% of monetized accounts were flagged for policy violations. Affected users noticed sudden restrictions in their monetization dashboards, though X has not issued an official statement confirming the scale of the action.

The suspensions are reportedly linked to low-effort spam, engagement farming, algorithm manipulation, and artificial inflation of impressions. Some creators allegedly purchased low-cost courses teaching tactics to game X’s revenue-sharing system by boosting engagement metrics...........….continue reading

  🚘RIDE-HAILING SERVICES

inDrive Rolls Out In-App Ads in South Africa

inDrive has launched an in-app advertising platform in South Africa, introducing ads as a third revenue stream instead of raising fares or increasing driver commissions. The move aims to improve profitability while keeping costs stable for riders and drivers in a highly price-sensitive market.

The ad system features non-intrusive animated banner placements shown during low-friction moments, such as after booking a ride or while waiting for pickup. Early advertisers include brands in retail, e-commerce, and financial services, with built-in campaign measurement tools to track performance..........….continue reading

 ᖰ ᖳ WEARABLES

Sony WF-1000XM6 vs AirPods Pro 3 vs Bose Ultra: The Definitive 2026 Premium Earbuds Comparison

In the premium earbuds market of 2026, three models continue to stand out as top choices for everyday listening, noise cancellation, and overall performance: Sony WF-1000XM6, Apple AirPods Pro 3, and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds. Each brings flagship features to the table, but they cater to slightly different needs depending on your device ecosystem, listening habits, and priorities.

Check out the comparison we did on these three “hearables” - Your best choice depends on your device habits and what matters most — raw ANC and sound versatility (Sony), seamless Apple integration (Apple), or comfort-centric listening (Bose)........….continue reading

⚙️TECHNOLOGY

Egypt Launches Startup Charter to Boost Tech Entrepreneurship

Egypt has unveiled its Startup Charter, a five-year strategic roadmap aimed at transforming the country into a hub for innovation and knowledge-based economic growth.

The initiative includes a guidance manual to simplify permits, compliance, taxes, and exit procedures, addressing bureaucratic hurdles and regulatory gaps. By fostering transparency and strategic investment, Egypt aims to make entrepreneurship a central driver of sustainable national growth........….continue reading

 📱SOCIAL MEDIA

YouTube Music Introduces Lyrics Paywall in New Update

YouTube Music has started restricting full song lyrics to Premium subscribers, marking a major change for free users. The update, rolling out gradually, limits access to lyrics that were previously standard across streaming platforms.

This move adds lyrics to YouTube Music’s Premium perks, alongside ad-free listening, offline downloads, and background play. Reactions are mixed: some users understand the business rationale, while others see lyrics as a basic feature that should remain free............….continue reading

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