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Smart home devices are becoming more popular and convenient, but they also pose some serious security risks. Hackers can target these devices to access your personal information as well as spy on your activities or cause damage to your home or business. Often the...

Cybersecurity is a constantly evolving field, with new threats, technologies, and opportunities emerging every year. These days, organizations need to be aware of current cyber threats, and able to adapt to future ones. Businesses of all sizes and sectors should plan...

The integration of smart home devices has become synonymous with modern living. They offer convenience, efficiency, and connectivity at our fingertips. However, a recent study has raised concerns about the darker side of these smart gadgets suggesting that our beloved...

In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of businesses. It fuels operations, decision-making, and customer interactions. There is, however, a dark underbelly of this data-centric landscape: the persistent threat of data breaches. The repercussions of a data breach...

Browser extensions have become as common as mobile apps. People tend to download a lot of them, but only use a few. There are over 176,000 browser extensions available on Google Chrome alone. These extensions offer users extra functionalities and customization...

Gamers haven’t really been the focus of cybersecurity for a long time. You mostly hear about attacks on businesses or stolen personal data due to phishing attacks, but gamers are not safe from hackers targeting them. As cyberattacks continue to escalate, gamers have...

Technology plays a pivotal role in driving efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. For small businesses, workforce technology modernization is both an opportunity and a challenge. Embracing modern technology can empower small businesses. It can help them thrive...

The importance of cybersecurity in an era dominated by digital advancements cannot be overstated. Businesses and organizations are increasingly reliant on technology to drive operations. This makes them more susceptible to cyber threats. Two-thirds of small businesses...

The battle against cyber threats is an ongoing challenge. Unfortunately, U.S. data compromises have surged to an all-time high based on data from the first 9 months of the 2023 (meaning that numbers will only end up higher for the year). The last data breach record...

The global average cost of a data breach last year was USD $4.45 million, which is an increase of 15% over three years. As we step into 2024, it's crucial to be aware of emerging technology threats that could potentially disrupt and harm your business. Technology is...

These days, our lives are intricately woven into the digital fabric. From emails to photos, documents to apps, our devices store tons of information and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed at the sight of an endless inbox or app library. As the new year begins, it's the...

In our tech-driven world, electronic devices have become indispensable. With constant upgrades, the old gadgets tend to pile up and eat up storage space, but you can’t just throw them in the trash! E-waste poses a significant environmental threat if not disposed of...

In the age of smart living, our homes are becoming increasingly intelligent. They’re designed to cater to our every need with smart gadgets transforming how we turn on the lights, home security, and more. They even help us feed our pets from afar. But with the rapid...

In the pulsating digital landscape, every click and keystroke echoes through cyberspace. The battle for data security rages on. Businesses stand as both guardians and targets while unseen adversaries covet their digital assets.   Navigating this treacherous terrain...

Breached or stolen passwords are the bane of any organization’s cybersecurity, causing over 80% of data breaches. Hackers get in using stolen, weak, or reused (and easily breached) passwords. Cybersecurity threats are rampant and safeguarding sensitive information has...