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Identity theft is a major concern in healthcare these days. Medical identity theft affects thousands of Americans annually, and Medicare and Medicaid fraud is estimated to cost American taxpayers $100 billion a year.

To address this issue, The Red Flag Program Clarification Act of 2010, also known as the Red Flag Rules, requires healthcare providers and financial institutions to implement safeguards to detect and prevent identity fraud.

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are a vital driver of the economy, but they are, unfortunately, a primary target for cyberattacks. The 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report revealed a record-breaking number of breaches, surpassing 10,000 incidents across 94 countries.

Business e-mail compromise (BEC) is quickly becoming one of the most dangerous cyberthreats businesses face. While these scams have challenged organizations for years, the introduction of advanced AI tools has made them more sophisticated – and far more dangerous.

Imagine you and your team walking into work ready to tackle the day’s tasks when suddenly the Internet goes down, e-mails stop working and productivity grinds to a halt. What would you do? When the “Internet goes down,” most businesses’ operations come to a halt, which can cost thousands in lost productivity and sales.

As tax season approaches, businesses are focused on preparing financial documents, filing returns and meeting tight deadlines. Unfortunately, cybercriminals see this busy season where business owners and employees are preoccupied as the perfect opportunity to strike.

Spring is finally here, which means it’s time to spring-clean. While you’re busy decluttering your office and organizing files, don’t forget your IT systems deserve a refresh too. A “spring-clean” for your business technology can uncover inefficiencies, strengthen security and improve overall performance so you can operate more efficiently, reduce costly downtime and focus on growing your business without tech distractions.

With the widespread adoption of electronic health records and telemedicine, there’s a greater need to secure access to patient data. Healthcare providers therefore need IT solutions that allow them to connect seamlessly while maintaining compliance with the industry’s strict regulations.

When was the last time you evaluated your business phone system? If you're relying on outdated technology to manage your communications, it might be doing more harm than you realize.

Outdated phone systems can create hidden inefficiencies, impacting both your team's productivity and your bottom line.

As you work through Q1 of 2025, one thing is abundantly clear: businesses that thrive are those that stay ahead of the quickly evolving technology world. Reactive IT strategies – waiting for problems to occur before addressing them – are no longer sufficient in a world where downtime, breaches and inefficiencies can cost thousands of dollars in a matter of minutes.

Windows 10’s end-of-life is looming, and with support officially ending in October 2025, it’s decision time for businesses and individuals still relying on the operating system. The big question? Should you upgrade your existing devices to Windows 11 or is it time to replace them altogether?

Here’s a guide to help you make the right choice based on your needs, budget and goals.