Ethiopia is a sovereign nation in East Africa.
Overview
Ethiopia is a sovereign nation in East Africa. Recent cybersecurity reporting indicates a surge in AI-driven cyber-attacks across Africa, with Ethiopia identified as the hardest-hit country and exhibiting the highest weekly assault rate, highlighting a shifting threat landscape and Ethiopia's vulnerability to AI-enabled intrusion campaigns.
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