You know the story of Frankenstein, right? A scientist stitches together a monster from mismatched parts and then loses control of his creation. If you’re hanging onto outdated technology, you might be doing the same thing—creating a patchwork monster out of old hardware, outdated software, and clunky systems. What might start as a way to save money can quickly turn into an expensive, unmanageable mess.

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Phishing attacks are a serious problem because, unfortunately, they work. Over 3.4 billion spam emails hit inboxes every day, and phishing emails are the most common. They’ve been at the top of the cyberattack list for years because they’re easy to create, easy to send, and still trick people.

Big News: Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Your computer will still work after this date, but important services from Microsoft will no longer be available. These services include:

Recent research from the National Cancer Institute in Maryland revealed a surprising statistic: daily multivitamin users had a 4% higher mortality rate compared to non-users.

Imagine this: 8.5 million Windows devices, including those at airlines, banks, and hospitals, suddenly show the dreaded “Blue Screen of Death.”

Health insurance is designed to provide essential treatments, preventive services, and emergency care, but it has also become a lucrative target for scammers.

As a small business owner in Albuquerque, I know firsthand the countless responsibilities that fall on your shoulders. From managing employees to ensuring your customers are happy, it’s easy to let certain aspects of your business slide—especially when they don’t seem urgent.

Just when you think cybercriminals have exhausted their bag of tricks, they find new ways to deceive and defraud. The latest trend? Faking data breaches. These fake breaches are designed to steal money from unsuspecting business owners and deceive buyers on the dark web.

Is your small business losing money because of outdated technology? The answer is likely yes. According to a recent survey by Deloitte, 82% of companies failed to meet their cost-reduction targets last year, primarily due to inefficient technology infrastructure.

A recent report from Check Point Research revealed a startling statistic: LinkedIn is impersonated in nearly half of all phishing attacks worldwide. As scammers increasingly target those seeking new job opportunities, it’s crucial to recognize and mitigate these threats.

Summer is here, and it’s time for business owners and employees to take that much-needed vacation. Even with the “out of office” email response set up, many still find themselves checking in on work occasionally.

This year’s wave of layoffs has brought an often-overlooked cybersecurity threat to the forefront – offboarding employees. Even large companies with sophisticated cybersecurity systems and procedures can fall victim to insider threats.

As a small business owner, you’re always looking for ways to boost your revenue, cut costs, and grow your business. Using AI tools, finding good deals, and running things efficiently are all great strategies. But there’s one area where you really shouldn’t skimp: your antivirus and firewall software.

In recent months, the cybersecurity breach at Change Healthcare, a vital player in healthcare payment processing under UnitedHealth Group, has brought to light a sobering reality: lurking within our networks are cyber threats capable of wreaking havoc without warning.