Colombian “Skimmers” Hit Chile Banks
Skimmers (credit card fraud) have long been a popular tool for criminals around the world. However, skimming is just one example of the use of technology for criminal purposes in Latin America. Cyber crime is also a growing sector and “phishing” — illegally obtaining personal information on the internet — costs Latin American banks an estimated More...
Colombia launches 4G spectrum tender
Colombia’s Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (Mintic) and the National Spectrum Agency (ANE) have launched a 4G spectrum tender. Colombia will award seven licences that will enable More...
Colombia Adopts Mandatory Backdoor and Data Retention Mandates
By Katitza Rodriguez, Eff/TodayColombia – It seems like only yesterday that the Colombian government misused United States’ aid to spy on political opponents and human rights activists. Back in 2009, More...
Bug affects some Windows Phones
Some new Windows Phone 8 users are reporting a power bug has hit two companies’ flagship phones for the system — the Nokia Lumia 920 and the 8X by HTC. According to service forum reports on Windows Phone Central, More...
iPhone 5 Costs 30% Less in Colombia Than In The U.S.
Colombia’s major carriers Tigo, Claro and Movistar have begun selling the iPhone 5, with the official launch on November 9. One of the most striking aspectes of the phone’s arrival in the country is More...
Colombia to receive the 4G treatment
Colombia will receive a 4G network after the government unveils an auction list to be fought over by the countries mobile service providers on Friday. The auction is based around selling off available frequencies More...
