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The Hidden Risk of Integrations: A Checklist for Vetting Third-Party Apps (API Security)
Modern businesses depend on third-party apps for everything from customer service and analytics to cloud storage and security. But this convenience comes with risk, every integration introduces a potential vulnerability. In fact, 35.5% of all recorded breaches in 2024...
The AI Policy Playbook: 5 Critical Rules to Govern ChatGPT and Generative AI
ChatGPT and other generative AI tools, such as DALL-E, offer significant benefits for businesses. However, without proper governance, these tools can quickly become a liability rather than an asset. Unfortunately, many companies adopt AI without clear policies or...
Beware fake apps containing malware
How do you know the app you just downloaded is really what it claims to be? Even your most careful employees may be fooled. Is your business ready for that risk?
How to Use a Password Manager and Virtual Cards for Zero-Risk Holiday Shopping
Have you ever been concerned about your credit card or personal data getting stolen while shopping online? You’re not alone. Each holiday season, as millions of shoppers flock online for convenience, hackers ramp up their activity. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)...
80% of malware is powered by AI
Cybercrime is evolving fast… and AI is changing the game for both hackers and how we defend against them. Is your business ready for this?
Beyond Licensing: How to Stop Wasting Money on Your Microsoft 365 Security and Copilot Add-Ons
Microsoft 365 is a powerful platform that helps a business in many ways. It boosts collaboration and streamlines operations, among other benefits. However, many companies waste money on unnecessary licenses and features that are not fully used. Fortunately, you...
Smoother, smarter dictation in Windows 11
Ever get frustrated fixing mistakes after using dictation? A new Windows 11 feature is built to make that headache disappear. It will make dictation smoother, and far more precise, first time…
Your Business’s Digital Compass: Creating an IT Roadmap for Small Business Growth
Small businesses often struggle to leverage technology effectively. It can be a challenge just to survive, much less thrive. In many cases, they instinctively fall back on a reactive approach to IT challenges, rather than planning and acting proactively. That’s where...
Navigating Cloud Compliance: Essential Regulations in the Digital Age
The mass migration to cloud-based environments continues as organizations realize the inherent benefits. Cloud solutions are the technology darlings of today’s digital landscape. They offer a perfect marriage of innovative technology and organizational needs. However,...
FBI issues new ransomware warning
When you hear a warning from the FBI you know things are serious. And that’s why you should take notice of this latest warning about a ransomware group that could target your business. Here’s how you can stay safe…
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