$484M Cybercrime Losses, The Crypto Taxman & The Global Spam Crackdown

Cybercrime is no longer about hacking systems—it’s about hacking the human. From $920 stolen every minute across the continent to regulatory shockwaves in crypto and telecom, this episode of Tony’s Tech Side dives into the sharper, high-stakes edge of African technology and policy. Here’s what we’re dissecting in this episode: $484M in Cyber Losses: Inside INTERPOL’s latest report—Kenya’s 327% SIM swap surge, South Africa’s ransomware dominance, and the rise of AI deepfakes. Crypto Regulation Hits Home: Nigeria introduces a 1.5% stamp duty on crypto transfers, while South Africa's Reserve Bank cracks down on offshore transfers. Kenya’s Carbon Cap: Why Kenya is capping carbon credit exports to prioritize national climate goals first. The Regulatory Raid: South Africa’s R1M+ fines for spam calls, DRC pausing its digital tax, and Kenya’s $712M fight against digital piracy. Listen to the full roundup on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Deezer, & Africa Tech Radio!