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Stay informed with the latest insights, trends, and developments in the world of cybersecurity. At ÒGÚN SECURITY RESEARCH AND STRATEGIC CONSULTING (OSRS), our blog features expert articles, in-depth analyses, and practical tips designed to enhance your understanding of cybersecurity challenges and best practices. Join our community of cybersecurity enthusiasts and professionals as we explore topics ranging from threat intelligence to AI governance and everything in between.
Africa’s Digital Future Under Pressure: The 2026 Cyber-Geopolitical Outlook
Africa’s digital economy is growing fast, but new cyber threats are emerging just as quickly. This 2026 outlook explains how AI-driven cybercrime, digital identity abuse, and ransomware could affect national security, elections, and critical infrastructure across the continent.
How Platforms Can Keep Children Safe Online: Lessons from Roblox and Australia’s Social Media Shift
Australia’s move to restrict children’s access to unsafe social media marks a turning point in digital policy. Platforms like Roblox show how age assurance, restricted communication, and content controls can keep children safe by design. This article explains how these safeguards work, why they matter, and what they mean for policymakers, parents, and technology leaders.
How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Media, Trust, and Decision-Making in 2025
Artificial intelligence now shapes how information spreads, how people react, and how trust is formed. This beginner-friendly analysis explains rage bait, AI slop, parasocial influence, and why AI media manipulation matters for cybersecurity, intelligence, policy, and public trust in 2025.
Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence: The New Hybrid Skills Every Professional Must Learn
Cybersecurity and artificial intelligence are merging into the most important hybrid skill set in modern security. AI strengthens threat detection while cybersecurity protects AI systems from manipulation. This article introduces core subjects and explains why students, analysts, policymakers, and professionals must build these skills now.
How Trump’s New AI Executive Order Could Reshape National Security, Law Enforcement, and Scientific Research
President Trump’s new AI Executive Order launches the Genesis Mission, a sweeping national effort to unify Big Tech, universities, and federal agencies. This article explains what the order means for intelligence, law enforcement, cybersecurity, and national security, and how OSRS can help organizations prepare for the future of AI.
Dr. Oludare Ogunlana Joins Privacy Symposium Africa Panel to Explore the Hidden Dangers Behind ‘I Agree’
At the 7th Privacy Symposium Africa, Dr. Sunday Oludare Ogunlana addressed the silent digital threat hidden behind every “I Agree” button. Using humor and hard truths, he highlighted how vague terms of service can exploit users and called for stronger enforcement of Africa’s data protection laws.
OGUN Security Research and Strategic Consulting LLC (OSRS) Launches New Episode on Women, Peace, and Security Featuring Dr. Titi Ajayi
This episode examines the 25th anniversary of UNSCR 1325 and the urgent need to strengthen the Women, Peace, and Security agenda across Africa. Dr. Sunday O. Ogunlana and Dr. Titi Ajayi discuss real cases of violence against women from the DRC, Ethiopia, Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya, highlighting their security implications and the importance of accountability and inclusive governance.
Nigeria’s Security Crisis Explained: A Conversation with Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim
Nigeria faces a complex security crisis shaped by terrorism, banditry, and governance failures. In this episode, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim explains why Nigeria needs responsible global partnerships while keeping local context at the center. He argues that real progress depends on leadership that prioritizes unity, justice, and human dignity.
AI Governance and Global Power: The New Race to Rule the Digital Future
Nations are racing to control the future of artificial intelligence. The European Union focuses on regulation, the United States on innovation, and China on state control. Africa’s emerging economies, led by Nigeria, have a rare chance to shape their destiny through proactive AI governance policies.
ISO/IEC TS 42119-2:2025 — What It Means for Trustworthy AI Testing
The new ISO/IEC TS 42119-2:2025 sets a global benchmark for trustworthy AI testing. It expands beyond accuracy to include fairness, robustness, transparency, and auditability. By integrating with ISO/IEC 23894 and 22989, it bridges technical validation and ethical accountability. OSRS helps organizations operationalize this standard to ensure measurable, risk-based, and provably trustworthy AI systems.
AI-Driven Layoffs: How Automation Is Reshaping the Workforce
AI-driven layoffs are reshaping global workforces. To soften perception, firms now speak of Advanced Technology and COBOTs, machines collaborating with humans. Yet the challenge remains: how to harness automation responsibly. OSRS helps organizations adopt ethical, secure AI and COBOT frameworks for a balanced future.
Preparing for the Post-Quantum Era and Cryptography 2025
Quantum computing threatens to break today’s encryption standards. The shift to post-quantum cryptography is essential for protecting long-term data and digital trust. OGUN Security Research and Strategic Consulting LLC outlines a strategic roadmap for crypto-agility and resilience in the post-quantum era.
Navigating the Great Freeze: Challenges and Opportunities for Entry-Level Cybersecurity Professionals
The 2025 cybersecurity job market is experiencing a “Great Freeze,” where companies slow hiring despite ongoing cyber threats. Entry-level cybersecurity jobs are harder to secure as automation reshapes roles and employers demand more experience. This article guides graduates on building skills, earning relevant certifications, and navigating today’s challenging hiring landscape to stay competitive.
The Case for Human Judgment: Why AI Must Remain an Assistant, Not an Authority
AI should never replace human judgment in critical decisions. Recent U.S. court rulings tainted by AI errors expose the dangers of automation without oversight. The future of cybersecurity and governance demands human-machine collaboration where AI augments, not replaces, expert analysis.
Dr. Oludare Ogunlana Speaks at CAMCON 2025 in Bayelsa: AI and Cybersecurity for a Safer Digital Future
At CAMCON 2025 in Bayelsa State, Dr. Oludare Ogunlana delivered a powerful keynote on “AI and Cybersecurity: Navigating the Future of Digital Protection.” He praised Mr. George Ikoli-Spiff for championing this program for five years, moving it to Bayelsa, and urging ethical innovation and stronger cyber resilience across Africa.
Dr. Oludare Ogunlana Speaks on Ponzi Schemes and Cybersecurity on Kaftan TV
Dr. Oludare Ogunlana, Founder of ÒGÚN Security Research and Strategic Consulting (OSRS), joined Kaftan TV on October 15, 2025, to discuss Ponzi Schemes and Cybersecurity — Quest for Quick Money. He urged Nigerians to verify all investments, avoid get-rich-quick platforms, and embrace digital awareness to prevent online financial loss.
Apple Doubles Top Bounty: Up to $2 Million for Zero-Click Exploit Chains
Apple has increased its top bounty to $2 million for zero-click exploit chains. The update expands Apple’s Security Bounty Program and rewards ethical hackers for discovering advanced vulnerabilities that could target billions of users.
AI Disclosure in Police Reports: How States and Federal Policies Are Shaping Accountability
States like Utah and California are setting new standards for transparency with AI-disclosure laws in police reports. These laws require officers to identify when artificial intelligence helps create reports and to review them for accuracy. Federal oversight is also increasing. OSRS supports law enforcement by providing policy development, compliance audits, and training to ensure responsible AI use and public trust.
Human Firewalls: The Power of Awareness in Cyber Defense | Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025
This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, OSRS highlights the true power behind cyber defense, the human firewall. Dr. Sunday Ogunlana explains how awareness, training, and vigilance create the strongest barrier against attacks. Technology protects systems, but only people can stop social engineering and phishing at their roots.
SORVEPOTEL Malware Shows Why Africa’s Reliance on WhatsApp Is a Risk
Researchers uncovered a new self-spreading malware named SORVEPOTEL that uses WhatsApp Web to spread across Windows systems. While most infections are in Brazil, the warning is significant for Africa, where WhatsApp is a primary communication tool for both individuals and government agencies. OSRS can help organizations strengthen awareness, monitoring, and policies to defend against this emerging threat.
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