The Institute of Capital Market Registrars has expressed concern over the rise in cyberattacks especially in the finance sector globally. Owoturo said that an increased threat of cyberattacks had given rise to renewed efforts by capital market stakeholders to safeguard data. He said capital market firms require protection from cybersecurity threats, just like other firms in today’s digitalised business ecosystem. “An escalation in threats from cybersecurity offenders has given rise to renewed efforts by capital market firms towards, mitigating risks and safeguarding data. He said that the webinar would expose participants to the effects of cybersecurity on the capital market.

Source: Punch May 19, 2023 23:05 UTC