Aminu Abdullahi

Abuja, Nigeria

Content Writer and Copywriter at Freelance

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Most CEOs Agree: Business Growth Hinges on Cybersecurity

1 day ago | esecurityplanet.com | Aminu Abdullahi

CEOs worldwide are no longer treating cybersecurity as simply a defensive measure. They now see it as a key driver for business growth. According to a new survey by Gartner, a staggering 85% of top executives believe strong cybersecurity is critical for their company’s expansion. The Gartner CEO and Senior Business Executive Survey, which polled 456 CEOs and senior leaders between June and November 2024, reveals that cybersecurity has moved from the IT department to the boardroom.
OpenAI Eyes Google’s Chrome Browser If Forced Sale Happens, Exec Reveals in Court

1 day ago | techrepublic.com | Aminu Abdullahi

Image: MR/Adobe StockIn a surprising twist at Google’s ongoing antitrust trial, an OpenAI executive revealed that the company would be interested in buying Google’s Chrome browser if regulators force its sale. The bombshell statement came as the U.S. government pushes for drastic measures to break up Google’s dominance in online search. Nick Turley, head of product for ChatGPT, testified in court on Tuesday that OpenAI would jump at the chance to acquire Chrome if it ever hits the market.
Lotus Panda Hits SEA Governments With Malware Tools

2 days ago | esecurityplanet.com | Aminu Abdullahi

A notorious Chinese-linked hacking group, known in cybersecurity circles as Lotus Panda, has once again been tied to a wave of cyberattacks that hit several Southeast Asian government and private sector organizations, according to fresh findings from Broadcom’s Symantec Threat Hunter Team.
AI Chatbot Gone Rogue: Cursor Users Misled by Fabricated Policy

2 days ago | eweek.com | Aminu Abdullahi

Imagine contacting customer support about a technical issue, only to be told it’s “company policy” — except the policy doesn’t exist, and the “support agent” isn’t even human. That’s exactly what happened to users of Cursor, an AI-powered coding assistant, after its customer service bot went rogue and fabricated a new rule.
Best AI Image Generators 2025: Top Tools for Stunning Creations

2 days ago | eweek.com | Aminu Abdullahi

AI image generators have surged in popularity, transforming the way we create and interact with visuals online. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably stumbled across their mesmerizing results — all over social media, articles, or even advertisements. I’ve spent experimenting with these AI image generators, from creating surreal art to more practical uses, like finding that perfect image for a blog post. It’s incredible how advanced and accessible they’ve become in such a short time.
Robots vs. Humans in Beijing’s First Humanoid Half-Marathon

3 days ago | eweek.com | Aminu Abdullahi

In a spectacle that combined elements of science fiction and athletics, China held its first-ever humanoid robot half-marathon over the weekend, pitting machines against more than 12,000 human runners in a 13.1-mile race in the streets of Beijing. The event, part of the Beijing E-Town Half Marathon, showcased 21 humanoid robots developed by leading Chinese robotics firms.
Hackers Exploit Proton66 for Global Malware Attacks

3 days ago | esecurityplanet.com | Aminu Abdullahi

A notorious Russian hosting service provider known as Proton66 is at the center of a series of widespread cyberattacks and malware campaigns targeting organizations and users worldwide, according to fresh findings from cybersecurity experts. Researchers at Trustwave SpiderLabs have linked the provider to a surge in dangerous activities — from credential brute-forcing and mass vulnerability scanning to the delivery of ransomware, infostealers, and Android-targeted phishing campaigns.
8 Free Career Development Courses From LinkedIn

3 days ago | techrepublic.com | Aminu Abdullahi

Screenshot from LinkedIn Learning course Nano Tips for Advancing Your Career with Sho Dewan. Image: LinkedIn LearningWith an estimated 70% of job-related skills expected to change in the next five years according to LinkedIn data, this is a timely opportunity to upskill and stay ahead of the curve.
8 Free Career Development Courses From LinkedIn

3 days ago | flipboard.com | Aminu Abdullahi

5 hours agoElon Musk breaks his own Tesla (TSLA) earnings rule in desperate moveElon Musk is breaking his own rule of not making announcements during Tesla earnings as the CEO appears desperate amid a brand crisis. Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk, do not report the most typical earnings. Earlier in Tesla’s run as a public company, Musk had often been combative with Wall Street …8 hours agoPope Francis changed the plans for his own funeral before his death.
Russian Hackers Target European Diplomats with ‘Wine-Tasting’ Phishing Scams

3 days ago | esecurityplanet.com | Aminu Abdullahi

A Russian state-linked hacking group is ramping up its cyberattacks against diplomatic targets across Europe, using a new stealthy malware tool known as “GrapeLoader” to deliver malicious payloads through cleverly disguised phishing emails. According to Check Point Research, the campaign began in January 2025 and is being carried out by APT29 — also known as Cozy Bear or Midnight Blizzard — the same group behind the infamous SolarWinds supply chain attack.