According to TechMoran, while cybersecurity firms are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve threat detection, cybercriminals are also employing AI for automated phishing and malware attacks. A survey indicates that 43% of organizations believe hackers are utilizing AI-driven techniques to enhance their effectiveness. To mitigate these threats, companies are encouraged to implement AI-powered platforms instead of relying on isolated solutions.

Mastercard has announced the launch of an Africa Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, aimed at enhancing digital trust across the continent. This initiative is part of a multi-year effort to assist governments, financial institutions, and businesses in strengthening their defenses against cyber threats, reflecting the growing importance of cybersecurity in Africa's rapidly expanding technology market.

Palo Alto Networks CIO Meerah Rajavel discussed the urgent need for security teams to adapt to the rapid advancements in AI, stating that traditional approaches to cyber defense are no longer sufficient. She emphasized that delaying the integration of AI into security measures could leave organizations vulnerable to emerging threats, according to TechCentral.

Mastercard has launched an Africa Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence in South Africa and Nigeria, with support from Recorded Future's threat intelligence. However, Kenya is not included in the first phase of this initiative.

Kenya experienced over three billion cyberattack attempts aimed at government systems, businesses, and critical digital infrastructure in the three months leading up to June. This surge underscores the escalating cybersecurity threats confronting the nation, which is recognized as one of Africa's rapidly advancing digital economies. The findings are detailed in a report by the National Computer and Cybercrime Coordination Committee (NC4).

Rand Water, South Africa's biggest water utility, has been hit by a cyberattack, TechCentral reports. According to the utility, operations continue as usual and there has been no impact to the country's water supply. Further details about the nature of the attack or who was responsible were not provided in the initial report.