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Insights on cybersecurity, managed IT, and modern business technology.
Practical guidance from the MYDWARE team — protecting and modernising businesses across the Greater Toronto Area and Simcoe County.
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CybersecurityDefending Against Software Supply Chain Cyber Threats
Software supply chain security has quickly become one of the biggest blind spots for businesses of all sizes. Software is assembled from an ecosystem of third-party libraries, open-source components, cloud services, and automated tools. That interconnected web creates real efficiency, but it also creates opportunity for cybercriminals.
January 28, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityU.S. Cybersecurity Pros Admit Role in BlackCat Attacks
BlackCat cyberattacks have been making headlines again, but this time for a reason that hits uncomfortably close to home for business owners.
January 27, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityHow Small Businesses Can Outsmart Hackers
Somewhere right now, a cybercriminal is making New Year's resolutions. Not for self-care or work-life balance—they’re planning how to steal more in 2025.
January 26, 2026 2 min -
Technology TrendsIs Your Team Actually Using AI? Copilot Knows
AI is a tool, not a magic wand. Rolling out Microsoft Copilot doesn’t guarantee employees are using it effectively.
January 26, 2026 3 min -
Industry InsightsHow Ontario SMBs Catch Tiny Defects with AI
Small and mid-sized manufacturers are constantly looking for ways to improve quality and reduce waste. In 2025, AI-driven vision systems are helping Ontario SMBs catch micro-defects before they become costly problems.
January 26, 2026 3 min -
CybersecuritySmarterMail Flaw Enables Dangerous Remote Code Execution
Business-grade email systems are supposed to be one of the safer corners of your IT environment, which is why the newly patched SmarterMail remote code execution vulnerability deserves your attention.
January 26, 2026 3 min -
Technology TrendsExperts Sound Alarm on AI-Driven Banking Layoffs
With the rise of AI, news of technology companies slashing jobs has dominated business headlines. A new report from Morgan Stanley suggests that AI-driven banking layoffs might be the next big wave crashing ashore.
January 24, 2026 3 min -
Business OperationsRaising the Bar: Technology and Customer Expectations
Technology and customer expectations are evolving faster than ever. Customers expect fast answers, smooth interactions, and experiences that feel tailored to them. When businesses deliver a great experience, customers spend more, stay loyal longer, and tell others.
January 23, 2026 3 min -
Business OperationsHidden Technology Barriers Crippling Small Businesses
When business owners talk about growth, technology is often part of the plan. However, it’s not always part of reality.
January 22, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Security Blind Spots Putting Small Businesses at Risk
When you think about protecting valuable assets, you probably think about physical security, with locks, guards, vaults, and surveillance. Companies spend big bucks keeping their buildings safe, but even with all that protection, defenses are only as strong as their weakest link.
January 21, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Hidden Cybercrime Draining Your Paycheck
If you sign off on payroll every few weeks, you probably feel confident that the money is going where it’s supposed to go.
January 20, 2026 3 min -
Technology TrendsHow To Make Your Team AI Confident in 2026
AI is no longer optional in 2025—it’s part of daily work for most businesses. Four in five employees now use AI tools regularly, but many aren’t confident applying them.
January 19, 2026 2 min -
CybersecurityIs Your Business Tech Due for a Checkup?
January is the month we finally do the things we’ve been putting off. Doctor, dentist, even that weird noise in the car gets checked.
January 19, 2026 3 min -
Industry InsightsCanada’s AI Funding Opens New Doors for SMBs
Many small and mid-sized businesses want to use AI but feel blocked by cost and complexity. In 2025, the Government of Canada removed a major barrier by launching the AI Compute Access Fund.
January 19, 2026 3 min -
Industry InsightsPayPal Wants To Be Your Small Business Bank
If you use PayPal to send or receive payments, you might soon be able to handle more of your business finances in one place. PayPal is aiming to become your small business bank.
January 19, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityCybercriminals Exploit Holiday Cheer for Digital Attacks
The holidays are supposed to be joyful, but for many business owners and consumers, they’re also prime time for holiday cyber attacks. Grinches are turning festive online shopping into a minefield, turning shoppers’ distraction and urgency into opportunities to steal. For many businesses, keeping data safe now requires as much attention as enticing shoppers.
January 17, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityWhatsApp Accounts Hijacked Without Cracking Authentication
Many businesses lean on WhatsApp for client chats, team coordination, and quick decisions. But that convenience is now being used against them. Researchers are seeing a noticeable jump in WhatsApp account hijackings, including cases involving users who normally spot scams quickly.
January 16, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityPayPal Subscriptions Exploited To Send Convincing Scam Emails
There’s a new problem hitting email inboxes that you need to know about to protect your business accounts. The PayPal subscription scam is one of the more convincing phishing tactics circulating right now.
January 15, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityIT Leaders Still Chasing Cybersecurity–Productivity Balance
Getting the cybersecurity–productivity balance right is tougher than most people think.
January 14, 2026 3 min -
Managed IT6 Bad IT Habits Your Business Needs to Break Now
January is a great time to reset—not just personally, but for your business. Many small businesses unknowingly keep bad tech habits that cost time, productivity, and security. From ignored updates to fragile spreadsheets, these practices quietly add risk.
January 13, 2026 3 min
