- The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has highlighted the danger to the developed generation.
- The NCC’s executive vice president said these technologies boast higher data speeds and latencies but more serious attacks.
- He said 7G risk management requires collaboration, creativity and a proactive approach.
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said the introduction of 5G technology in Nigeria boasts a wider attack surface due to increased density of network infrastructure and increased number of connected devices.
The Commission commented that the technology has advanced to the sixth and seventh generations (6G and 7G).
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The company stated this at this year’s Telecom Industry Risk Management Conference held in Lagos with the theme: “Evolving the Telecommunications Industry and Managing Future Risks: Leveraging Emerging Technologies and Trends.”
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Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of NCC said that it is having an impact.
He said competent risk management is becoming increasingly important as the country navigates this changing climate, according to a report by TheNation.
Maida said the technology boasts more serious attacks, despite its inherent benefits of faster data speeds and latency, as it can potentially connect multiple devices.
He said:
“Today, we stand at the crossroads of tradition and transformation, where new technologies and trends present both unprecedented opportunities and challenges.”
“While we discuss the state of 5G networks, which boast a wider attack surface due to the increasing number of connected devices and densification of network infrastructure, it is also essential to look to the future.
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he added:
“We are witnessing the dawn of 6G technology, the next frontier in wireless communications. 6G promises even higher speeds, lower latency, and breakthrough applications that will transform our connected experience. It could revolutionize the way we do things.
“However, with this progress comes a responsibility to address new risks, from cybersecurity threats to ethical considerations, and ensure we are paving the way to a secure and inclusive digital future.”
He added that the possibility of 7G technology is also looming in the distance.
Maida said it is essential to recognize that every generational leap in technological innovation, while considering the possibilities, brings new obstacles.
He said 7G risk management will require collaboration, creativity and a proactive approach to smoothly integrate this technology into the networked world.
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