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Scammers home in on generosity year-round, but just like most people, they love the holidays. Sentimentality, kindness, empathy, and giving increase during the holidays. That’s when they ramp up their efforts. Given the current economic climate and the fact that it is holiday season, we anticipate an uptick in attempts to scam people via weaponized generosity…..That isn’t to say you should stop being charitable altogether. In fact, now more than ever, I implore you to extend kindness and generosity when we seem to be at odds with our neighbors. The world could use some kindness right now. At the same time, it’s important to learn how to spot red flags, like you would on a first date. If you’re deliberate in discerning potential warning signs, you can still give charitably without risking your business or holiday cheer.

Most cyberattacks happen due to human error…sloppy every day habits like an employee clicking a bad link. The GOOD news is, small changes make a huge difference.

Just like any new tool, there’s a lot of chatter and excitement surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI) right now. It feels like we have officially stepped a foot into the future—Artificial Intelligence was something from a… Read more: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: What Small Businesses Need to Know

With the ever-changing landscape of technology, hackers are also changing how they execute attacks. They no longer break down the door—they’re sneaking in with a stolen key instead: your login credentials.

Cyberattacks, wildfires, hardware crashes, and grid failures rarely give advance notice—and when they hit, small businesses often take the biggest hit. Many assume a simple data backup is enough, but the truth is, restoring a… Read more: Is your business ready for the unexpected? Why you need a business continuity plan