Beware of Holiday Scams: Protect Yourself This Festive Season

  Beware of Holiday Scams: Protect Yourself This Festive Season   The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and giving. Unfortunately, scammers take advantage of your festive spirit. Here are some common holiday scams to watch out for and tips on how to protect yourself.  Online Shopping Scams Scammers create fake websites or listings.  Stick to well-known and […]

Should you have a family ‘safe word’ against AI voice-spoofing scams?

  Should you have a family ‘safe word’ against AI voice-spoofing scams?   AI voice-spoofing schemes involve scammers utilizing AI to generate convincing voice recordings that mimic the voices of people you trust, like family or friends. Establishing a family “safe word” can serve as a powerful defense against AI voice-spoofing schemes.   How the Scam Works  Voice Collection: Scammers gather […]

Unmasking Reality: The Rise of Deepfakes and What You Need to Know

  Unmasking Reality: The Rise of Deepfakes and What You Need to Know   The word “deepfake” describes media that has been either artificially made or altered using artificial intelligence technology. Deepfake technology creates videos where your face or body is digitally manipulated, making you look like someone entirely different.   AI algorithms, are able to analyze and mimic your […]

The Role of AI in the 2024 Election: Opportunities and Risks

    The Role of AI in the 2024 Election: Opportunities and Risks   As artificial intelligence advances, its role in political campaigns, voter interaction, and election security is becoming more enhanced. AI can potentially strengthen democratic practices, but it can also be misused. AI offers a range of innovative solutions; however, this technological advancement also brings challenges, including […]

90% of the World’s Data Was Created in the Last Two Years

90% of the World’s Data Was Created in the Last Two Years     The Internet of Things (IoT) is changing how you connect with the world. IoT is a transformative technology that connects your everyday objects to the internet, enabling them to collect and share your data. This network of interconnected devices ranges from household items like […]

43% Of All Cyberattacks are Aimed at Small Businesses

43% Of All Cyberattacks are Aimed at Small Businesses Small businesses are increasingly becoming prime targets for cybercriminals. Despite the common misconception that only large corporations are at risk, small businesses often face significant threats due to their typically weaker security measures.   Small businesses can be easy targets for cybercriminals for several reasons: Weaker […]

Ten Essential Measures to Safeguard your Small Business

  Ten Essential Measures to Safeguard your Small Business   In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity is crucial for every business, particularly for small enterprises that face unique obstacles. These businesses frequently struggle with limited resources and expertise to implement strong security systems. However, by adopting essential practices, small businesses can protect themselves from cyber threats. Here are some […]

How Social Engineering Outsmarts Even the Savviest Minds

  How Social Engineering Outsmarts Even the Savviest Minds   Social engineering is the art of deception aimed at tricking you into granting unauthorized access to systems, networks, or confidential information. It frequently relies on personal interactions, convincing you to overlook established security measures.   Common Social Engineering Techniques    Phishing: This is a popular […]

If you’re an AT&T customer, here’s what you need to know about the recent data breach

    If you’re an AT&T customer, here’s what you need to know about the recent data breach   If you get your cell service through AT&T, your data could be at risk because of a recent data breach with AT&T. The telecommunications company disclosed that customer information was illegally downloaded. The stolen data includes call and text records […]

Business Email Compromise Warning!

    Business Email Compromise Warning!   In the last few weeks, we’ve noticed a significant increase in hacked email accounts, in what the IT industry calls a “Business Email Compromise.” In its most common form, the attacker will find a way to hack into your email account, will read and snoop on all your correspondence, and then use […]