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Rising Regulatory Pressure on SMBs: Why Compliance is Now a Critical Priority

It’s become a standard refrain in industry forums and vendor webinars: demand for compliance services is skyrocketing for managed service providers (MSPs) and their clients.…

Cyber Insurance and Compliance: The New Gatekeepers

Cyber insurance was once viewed as a safety net — merely a way for businesses to transfer risk in the event of a breach or…

Compliance: Make 2025 the Last Year of Spreadsheets

It’s no secret that spreadsheet-driven compliance management is becoming obsolete. They might be familiar and easy to use, but spreadsheets introduce significant (and often hidden)…

Semi-Autonomous Security Operations: How AI and Humans Team Up

Semi-autonomous security operations are reshaping how organizations defend against evolving threats, marrying the strengths of AI-driven platforms with the irreplaceable judgement of human analysts. Advanced…

How Cybersecurity Ratings and Compliance Help Build Strong Business Relationships

Cybersecurity ratings and compliance are more than technical checkboxes — they are key drivers in building strong business relationships and earning trust among clients, vendors,…

Stay Ahead or Fall Behind: Continuous Monitoring as a New Security Standard

Compliance has long relied on point-in-time audits — structured reviews conducted annually or semi-annually to check if organizations meet regulatory requirements. But as cyber threats…

What the Salesloft Drift Breach Reveals About Trust and Risk

When trust in SaaS becomes a liability, every MSP should take notice. The recent compromise of Salesloft through its Drift integration proves how quickly a…

Risk Appetite for Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

For Managed Service Providers (MSPs), understanding risk appetite is no longer optional — it’s essential for shaping your business strategy and long-term client success. Risk…

Innovation at the Edge: Securing Progress Without Compromise

In cybersecurity and information security, innovation is both an opportunity and a liability. Organizations must adapt faster than adversaries, deploying new technologies, processes, and defenses…

Global Geopolitics and Espionage Campaigns (2025 Update)

Recent cyberespionage campaigns reveal an alarming global surge in state-sponsored hacking — especially targeting telecom, government, and media. In this article, we’ll explore notable government-aligned…

Insider Threats in a Hybrid Workforce: What to Watch for in 2025

Insider threats — malicious, negligent, or even accidental breaches performed by trusted individuals — have evolved rapidly with the rise of distributed teams and the…

Gamification in Security Awareness Training

Gamification in security awareness transforms cybersecurity training from a routine task into a dynamic, engaging experience. By weaving game mechanics — such as quizzes, challenges,…

Rise of Voice Phishing: AI-Powered Vishing Targeting Enterprise CRMs

AI-powered voice phishing, or “vishing,” has emerged as a top threat by bypassing email filters and traditional controls to directly target employees through convincing, real-time…

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