Learning from the CrowdStrike Outage: Why Small Businesses Need Cyber Insurance
In today’s interconnected world, everyone— from small businesses and large corporations to governments, healthcare providers, and everyday users—depends on outsourced providers for essential services like cloud storage and cybersecurity. But what happens when one of these providers fails? The recent CrowdStrike outage is a stark reminder of how vulnerable this reliance makes us all.
Understanding Grandparent Scams: Protecting Our Elderly Loved Ones
Learn how to protect your elderly loved ones from grandparent scams. Find out how these scams work, how scammers use AI to trick people, and get practical tips to keep your family safe.
Stand Against Cyberbullying: The Power of Pink Shirt Day
Pink Shirt Day is February 28th. This annual event is an important reminder of how bullying affects young people and reminds us to move through the world with more empathy, inclusivity, and kindness. It’s also a good opportunity to examine the role bullying plays in our digital lives. In 2022, nearly half of American teens reported being cyberbullied. And with most youth dialed in with devices and computers at home and school, cyberbullying is a real cause for concern. Let’s look at ways to support our young people against cyberbullying on Pink Shirt Day and all the days.
Seven Common QR Code Scams To Watch Out For
From pubs to parking lots, QR codes are everywhere for the scanning. But just because everybody’s doing it, doesn’t make it safe. Learn about common QR code scams and ways to protect yourself, one barcode at a time.
Top 5 Cyber Security Resolutions for Business in 2024
The start of a new year is the perfect time to take stock of cyber security measures for your business. With cyber threats expected to rise, businesses must be proactive. Read on for our round up of the best cyber security resolutions for 2024.
8 Cyber Security Resolutions to Keep Your Home Safe for 2024
Setting intentions for the new year? Don’t forget your digital wellbeing with these easy-to-keep cybersecurity resolutions for 2024.
Winter Cybersecurity: Safeguarding Against Seasonal Scams
We delve into the heightened risks of online scams during the winter season, a time when shoppers and donors are particularly vulnerable. We’ll explore various types of scams – from dodgy deals to charity frauds – and provide essential tips to help you stay safe online.
Safeguarding Your Mental Health: The Impact of Digital Risks on Mental well-being
In today’s digital age, our online lives can profoundly impact our well-being. From the stress and panic experienced in the aftermath of a cyberattack to the long-lasting psychological effects of cyberbullying, we’ll look at how cyber challenges affect our mental health. We’ll also look at essential steps for prevention and protection to keep your family safe.
Back to School Cybersafe
Ideally, summer offers parents and kids some time to relax and digitally disconnect from the world (wide web). As we return to work, school and our digital lives, we need to seriously consider the cyber safety of our kids.
Expired Chromebooks: Fuelling Electronic Waste and Posing Security Risks
As expired Chromebooks pile up in schools across North America, we look at the possible security risks associated with the so-called “Chromebook Churn” and the general security issues of the most popular tech devices for students.
SEC Adopts New Cybersecurity Disclosures Rules for Businesses in the US
The US Securities and Exchange Commission adopted new rules that require public companies to quickly report cyberattacks and disclose the status of their cybersecurity risk management strategy. The scramble is on for companies to comply before year-end. Find out how this may affect your business and how we can help.
AR & VR Headsets: Endless Possibilities or the End of Privacy
With recent advances in VR headsets and the continued rapid advance of AR, its important to understand the impact on privacy and potential concerns that arise as a result. We explore the security and privacy issues of AR headsets, implications on the privacy policies from Apple and Meta, and explore safety measures that can help to protect your personal information while using VR and AR headsets.
Why Small Businesses Need Cyber Insurance
Learn about the common cyber threats facing SMEs, the severe consequences of a cyber attack without insurance, and the comprehensive coverage and preventive services offered by Cyberboxx™ Business to safeguard your business against hackers and ensure a swift recovery.
How to stay safe from today’s digital travel scams
Planning your next vacation? Minimize digital travel scams and risks with our tips to keep your data and devices safe when you’re on the go.
How to protect yourself from tax season scams
Around the world, tax scams cost taxpayers millions of dollars. Learn how to protect yourself from increasingly sophisticated cybercriminals and scammers during tax season.
Romance scams are costing consumers $1 Billion + per year
Romance scammers will go to any lengths to defraud unsuspecting people. Here’s the warning signs of a romance scam.
10 online safety tips to prioritize in 2023
Practice our 10 recommended online safety tips to protect you and your family’s online safety
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