Cybersecurity
4 LAS News stories tagged “Cybersecurity”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
French blood banks thwarted cyberattack that targeted refrigeration systems
Three French blood banks experienced a cyberattack that raised temperature settings in their cold‑storage rooms, but staff moved supplies to unaffected units, preventing any loss of blood products.
LAS News Desk · 4 Nov 2026, 21:46 WAT · 3 sources
Nigerian Communications Commission warns AI‑driven fraud threatens telecoms and banking
The NCC’s executive vice‑chairman said AI‑powered cyber attacks are increasingly targeting Nigeria’s telecom infrastructure, risking disruption to banking, defence and public services, and urged operators to adopt zero‑trust security measures.
LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 11:16 WAT · 1 source
IMF and UK officials warn of rising debt costs and cyber‑fraud risks as developing nations face financing squeeze
The International Monetary Fund and senior UK officials highlighted growing pressures from higher government borrowing costs and cyber‑attack threats, while Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband called for a new global deal to ease debt burdens on developing countries.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 07:46 WAT · 2 sources
TFG London investigates cyber‑attack on Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles
TFG London, the UK arm of The Foschini Group, confirmed a cybersecurity incident that disrupted the websites and some IT systems of its Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles brands, prompting a pause to online orders while stores stayed open.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 04:26 WAT · 2 sources