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A Dive into USSD

  Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD): A Comprehensive Guide with Security Considerations Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) is a communication protocol that facilitates real-time text-based interaction between a mobile phone and an application on the network. USSD is especially prevalent in fintech, enabling financial transactions, mobile banking, and other services without requiring internet connectivity. However, improper implementation of USSD, particularly in authentication, can introduce security risks. This article explores USSD’s benefits, limitations, security concerns, and best practices in fintech. Understanding USSD Technology USSD operates over GSM networks, using session-based communication. Users interact with services by dialing short codes (e.g., *123#) and navigating menu options, making it ideal for real-time applications. Core Components of USSD Services: USSD Gateway: Handles requests and responses between mobile devices and appl...

Roots of Democracy, The People

Democracy only works if people participate. That sounds obvious, but unless people actively participate in the process, democracy doesn't work.  Democracy is a system of government in which all citizens have an equal say in the laws and decisions that affect their lives. It should operate through open and free debate, and the will of the majority should prevail. People voting or participating in democratic elections is important because it gives the people a say in how their country is run. It also ensures that the government is accountable to the people. For this reason, the article shall delve more into local government role in a democracy, provided that, soon Lesotho shall host this pivotal elections in September 2023. Nonetheless, failure for the people to participate in democratic elections has proven to negatively affect the national economy in general on so many occasions. I can boldy attest this reason being the major reason for under development in impoverished countries...

Mental Disorders Awareness v1

[ ] Dissociative Identity Disorder ( formerly, Multipersonality Disorder )  There was a little boy who had Dissociative Identity Disorder . He was proved to have approximately 67 personalities. He expressed all the symptoms of the disorder until he nearly succumbed fatally to the symptoms. Additionally, he had stern unusual belief that there was no right or wrong in this reality thus regularly indulging in promiscuity through his 67 alters, a tragic fate it was.  Fortunately, he got attention of some white foreigners who had visited his secluded, rural based homestead. Coincidentally, one of the tourists was a psychiatrist so brilliantly identified the boy to display very convincing symptoms of the disorder.  So the psychiatrist, empathized with the boy, legally organised a suitable treatment for him at the local mental institution where all mentally ill individuals are treated. Since the disorder was rarely diagnosed in the impoverished country unless one was from w...

Pre-ascertained Personalization of Being Human Rationally For Collective Optimization

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😺Gaza & Kaara _Portrait_Cred:D11 26/05/23  : 02:55 PM  If our political maestros in  developing countries vitally, respected, abode  and practically acknowledged diversity of humans on rationally-scientific educational basis, focused on one of these variables that are liable for diversities or differences within society - enviromental, biological, economical and cultural aspects are mostly visible to naked eye due to prevalence of upper ignorance from those entrusted to lead.  Perhaps, there wouldn't even be a need for prisons or orphanages but rehabilitation centers, for psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists et cetra, as they shall expertly enlighten the oblivious part of society about psyche, which is roughly about 95% of population, to keep a healthy-pure-ego-ubuntu inclined psyche that easily eludes depersonalization or derealization disorders, thus rationally escaping inevitable desire to drown in pleasures and sorrows of paraphilia, th...

Satellite Transmissions Research Updated On

The Telecommunications Vision Through Satellites To Whom It May Concern, Date Issued: 07/03/23 This research proposal focuses on Satellite Communications as a means to revolutionize telecommunications, ensuring high-quality and sustainable connectivity at minimal or no cost through collaborative efforts. The insights gained from this research will deepen my understanding of telecommunications, complementing my existing qualifications as a CCNA-certified professional . Leveraging my Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering , I have applied my technical expertise to analyze network infrastructures, particularly in relation to classified satellite communications at both local and global levels. My research aims to eliminate reliance on costly intermediaries who drive up expenses regardless of network efficiency, often making services inaccessible to clients despite their financial commitments. I am eager to receive expert guidance and mentorship to enhance the practical execution ...

Beginners Guide to Blockchain Technology, Enjoy! 💥

Blockchain technology is a system of recording and storing data in a distributed, secure, and decentralized ledger. It is a chain of blocks, each block containing transaction data, such as details about the sender, receiver, and amount of cryptocurrency transacted. Each block is cryptographically secured and linked to the previous block, forming a chain. This chain of blocks is shared among a network of computers, which constantly verify and update the data stored in each block. This ensures that the data is always up to date and secure from tampering or unauthorized access. Blockchain Technology Use Case ( Applications) Supply Chain : Blockchain technology has been used to increase transparency and efficiency in the supply chain industry. It can be used to track the origin, movement and destination of goods, as well as verify the authenticity of products in the chain. This ensures that businesses have a complete view of the supply chain, making it easier to identify and tackle proble...

Decentralized, Distributed and Centralized Blockchain Dilemma.

Crypto related hypothesis...I feel like there's gon be a world crypto market crash soon ...Crypto market cap is around $3trillion and majority of it is boosted by Bitcoin and Ethereum ...we checked on Ethereum Blockchain which wallets hold most of the ether and it is wallets under ethereum foundation - vitalik buterin and co owners of the network. As much as ele a centralized network it is not distributed at all meaning over 70% of Ether is owned by Ethereum people ( founders ) which could mean one entity for all we know and they have lent it to retail and industrial investors ...they don't actually hold their value it is locked up in smart contracts that can be hacked and milked dry by hackers ...it happened before and it shall happen again at a large scale. When the network was hacked and people ignored it ...it was a test to see if people believe in this revolutionary, paradigm shifting project to an extent that they can just ignore the hacks and focus on making the block...