Generative AI contributed to over a third of biometric fraud cases in Africa in 2024, with deepfake-related identity theft increasing sevenfold. The rise of digital banking and e-commerce has heightened fraud risks, particularly in regions lacking strong cybersecurity frameworks. Companies like Smile ID and YouVerify are capitalizing on this challenge, attracting venture capital to develop… Read More »AI-Powered Fraud Surges in Africa, Driving Growth in ID Security
Image provided by UNHCR/Ndebo: Individuals traverse a camp for displaced persons near Goma in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the […]
Togo is exploring the possibility of joining the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), according to Foreign Minister Robert Dussey. Dussey emphasized that the […]
The Plateau district of Abidjan is experiencing a lively change, as graffiti murals enliven the city’s urban landscape. Previously viewed with contempt and […]