In response to the rising wave of cyberattacks targeting businesses across South Africa, Nihka Technology Group is driving the future of cybersecurity by incorporating cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) into its security solutions. As digital threats grow more sophisticated, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the company is stepping up efforts to protect businesses from the evolving tactics of cybercriminals.
According to cybersecurity experts, traditional methods of protecting sensitive information are no longer sufficient. With cybercriminals continuously improving their techniques, AI is becoming an indispensable tool for safeguarding digital assets. Abdul Moosa, Chief Technology Officer at Nihka Technology Group, says AI is the key to staying ahead of these threats. “AI allows us to detect unusual patterns in real-time, giving us the ability to respond instantly before serious damage is done. This is a significant shift from older systems that would only react after an attack had already occurred.”
Nihka Technology Group has positioned itself at the forefront of this transition, leveraging AI to provide businesses with security systems that can predict, detect, and neutralise cyber threats before they wreak havoc. The company’s AI-driven solutions are capable of analysing massive amounts of data in seconds, identifying vulnerabilities that might go unnoticed by human analysts. This level of automation and predictive analysis is especially crucial in combating the rise of ransomware, data breaches, and other forms of cybercrime that can cripple businesses.
The increased reliance on AI for cybersecurity also opens new avenues for protecting smaller businesses, which are often targeted due to limited security resources. SMEs make up the backbone of the South African economy but are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. Nihka Technology Group’s AI-powered systems are not only capable of providing large-scale protection but are also designed to be affordable and accessible to smaller businesses that may not have the budgets for full-time cybersecurity teams.
Abdul Moosa highlights the importance of making these solutions available to SMEs: “With AI, we can provide a level of security that was previously only available to large corporations. Small businesses are just as much at risk, and in many cases, they are more vulnerable. Our goal is to ensure that every business, regardless of size, has the tools they need to stay secure in an increasingly hostile digital environment.”
In recent years, South Africa has witnessed a sharp rise in cybercrime, with businesses across various sectors suffering losses in the millions due to data theft and security breaches. Many of these attacks have been attributed to the growing sophistication of cybercriminals, who use advanced techniques to bypass conventional security systems. The adoption of AI in cybersecurity is seen as a critical step in countering these new threats, with AI’s ability to adapt to changing conditions making it one of the most effective tools for fighting cybercrime.
Nihka Technology Group is leading efforts to raise awareness about the importance of AI in combating these threats, calling for businesses to prioritise security before they become victims of a breach. “The cost of a successful cyberattack is far greater than the investment in AI-driven security solutions. Businesses must take a proactive approach to protect them, and AI gives them the tools to do so,” adds Moosa.
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