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Morocco urges Apple users to update devices amid critical security threat

Morocco’s National Defense Administration has issued an urgent call for Apple users to update their devices immediately following the discovery of severe security vulnerabilities. These flaws, described as "critical" in both scope and impact, have been found across multiple Apple operating......

Morocco launches Arabic cybersecurity platform to bolster digital safety

Bridging the language gap in cybersecurity BEAMTEL, a Moroccan company specializing in 5G security and critical infrastructure protection, has unveiled CyberPlatform, the country’s first cybersecurity awareness platform fully available in Arabic. Founded by Tibari Jlil, this initiative aims to......

Kaspersky expert warns of rising cyber risks for African businesses

Cyber risks escalate for African businesses amid skills shortage and rising threats As cybercrime becomes more sophisticated, African businesses are facing growing threats to their digital security. Tim de Groot, General Manager for Kaspersky in Northwest and Central Africa, warned during the Regional......

Cybersecurity drives Morocco’s digital sovereignty and economic resilience

Cybersecurity has become a cornerstone of Morocco’s digital sovereignty and a key driver of economic growth, stated Abdeltif Loudyi, Morocco’s Minister Delegate for National Defense Administration, at the opening of the Regional Cyber Week in Rabat. Loudyi emphasized that investing in cybersecurity......

Digital sovereignty as an economic, strategic and political priority

Digital sovereignty has become an essential economic, strategic, and political requirement, serving national competitiveness, independence, and the trust of citizens, investors, and international partners, declared Nadia Fettah, Morocco’s Minister of Economy and Finance, during a regional seminar......

ModStealer malware emerges as a major threat to crypto wallets across platforms

A newly discovered strain of malware, known as ModStealer, is targeting cryptocurrency users globally, posing a severe risk to browser-based wallets for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and other digital assets. Notable for its ability to bypass antivirus defenses, this malware operates across Windows,......

HM King Mohammed VI appoints Abdellah Boutrig as Morocco’s cybersecurity chief

His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Supreme Commander and Chief of General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR), has named Brigadier General Abdellah Boutrig as the Director General of Morocco’s Information Systems Security Directorate (DGSSI). The appointment reflects the country’s ongoing commitment......

Russia offers Morocco cybersecurity expertise for energy infrastructure protection

Russia has proposed sharing its advanced expertise in safeguarding energy infrastructure against cyberattacks with Morocco. The offer came during the third meeting of the Morocco-Russia working group on energy cooperation, underscoring both nations’ commitment to enhancing their energy sectors......

UIR and Cisco collaborate to launch AI and cybersecurity innovation hub

Cisco and the International University of Rabat (UIR) have partnered to establish a Cisco EDGE Incubation Center, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at advancing artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity in Morocco. The collaboration is set to position UIR as a strategic hub for technological innovation......