Orange addresses AI-related cyber threats

Orange is focusing on user education and employee training to tackle growing cyber risks linked to artificial intelligence. The company is also promoting comprehensive solutions to secure digital infrastructure and data.

New awareness campaign launched

Orange Cloud & Cyber Solutions (OCCS), a subsidiary of Orange Côte d'Ivoire, started a campaign called "October Cyber Connect" on October 14. The initiative aims to inform businesses and the public about digital risks and the importance of both technology and human behavior in cybersecurity.

Human error is a major risk

Ferdinand Tra, president of OCCS, stressed that human mistakes, such as clicking on suspicious links or using weak passwords, are a key factor in cyber intrusions. He noted that cybersecurity is 30% technical and 70% about how people and organizations manage digital practices.

AI increases cyberattack risks

The rapid shift to digital tools has made cyberattacks more common. Artificial intelligence is being used to create fake messages and content that look like they come from real people, making it harder to detect threats. Businesses face risks like ransomware, data theft, and attacks that disrupt online services.

OCCS offers multi-faceted solutions

OCCS provides integrated services in six areas: cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analysis, communications, digital strategy, and connectivity. The company uses local hosting in Côte d'Ivoire and international partners, but local hosting alone does not ensure full digital control or independence.

Campaign highlights cybercrime impact

The "October Cyber Connect" campaign will run until November 5, offering educational content and expert advice. It comes as cybercrime in Côte d'Ivoire rises, with 12,100 reported cases in 2024 causing an estimated 6.9 billion CFA francs in losses. Although businesses account for only 4% of the cases, they bear 48% of the financial damage.