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Here are some of the stories that made the rounds across the African tech space today:

Whatapp Might Not Be As Secure As You Think
Whatsapp users might have to re-evaluate their use of the instant messaging platform as their accounts can now be accessed by interested individuals through a ready made hack, WhatsSpy.

ITU Extends Digital Migration Deadline in 30 African Countries
The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has extended its global digital migration date in 30 African states beyond the June 2015 deadline.

NiRA Records Increase In .NG Domain Registrations
Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has revealed that the organization has recorded a slight increase in .NG domain registrations in January.

GSMA Releases Report On Gender Diversity In the Telecommunications Sector
GSMA has released a report on its investigation into gender diversity in the telecommunications sector indicating that women participation is noticeably lower than the male gender.

Google South Africa Announces Fee Workshop For Women Entrepreneurs
Google South Africa has opened registration for women entrepreneurs in South Africa to enable them participate in a two day program aimed at enlightening them on ways to bolster their enterprises’ online presence.

Mastercard Signs MOU with Grooming Center on MSMEs
Mastercard and Grooming Center have signed an MOU to provide online payment solutions that will accommodate 500,000 Micro, Small and Medium Entreprises (MSMEs).

Citi Bank’s Mobile Challenge Now Open for Registration
Citi Bank has announced that their digital accelerator program for techpreneurs in Kenya, Citi Mobile Challenge, is now open for registration.

Speedcast Acquires Geolink Satellite Services
Speedcast has revealed that it has acquired Geolink, a mobile satellite service provider, in a bid to bolster its broadband service delivery in Africa.

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