A
Nigerian pan-African bank has sealed a strategic alliance with Cybervergent, a
foremost technology company providing automated cybersecurity solutions to
combat the ramparts of cyber-crooks in the country. This partnership comes at a
crucial juncture as businesses grapple with escalating threat of Distributed
Denial-of-Service (DDoS) and menace of cyber threats that disrupt operations
and threaten the integrity of sensitive financial data.
The
collaboration with the bank, which has footprints in 20 countries across the
continent, is designed to fortify its cybersecurity resilience while bolstering
the integrity of its programmes and operations. By leveraging Cybervergent's
cutting-edge cybersecurity expertise, the bank seeks to safeguard critical
financial information and uphold the digital trust of its diverse customer
base.
CEO
of Cybervergent, Adetokunbo Omotosho, emphasised the pivotal role of proactive
cybersecurity measures in safeguarding businesses in today's digital landscape.
He underscored the significance of the partnership, stating, "This
collaboration signifies a decisive action in addressing the escalating cyber
threats faced by businesses across Africa, particularly in the financial
sector. By harnessing Cybervergent's advanced cybersecurity solutions, we
empower Africa’s leading corporations to navigate the digital realm with
confidence, safeguarding critical financial data and delivering seamless
customer experiences."
Recent
reports indicating a staggering 300per cent surge in DDoS attacks across Africa
underscoring the urgent need for enhanced digital protection measures. Of
particular concern is the escalating frequency of cyber assaults targeting
financial institutions globally, necessitating swift and decisive action to
mitigate risks and ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
In
response to these challenges, Cybervergent offers a comprehensive anti-DDoS
solution designed to proactively detect and neutralise malicious traffic floods
on networks and servers. This advanced system safeguards the bank's
infrastructure and ensures the seamless functionality of financial
transactions, thereby preserving customer trust and confidence.
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