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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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CybersecurityHTML Attachments: A Hidden Cybersecurity Threat
Are your company’s emails a backdoor for hackers? Cybercriminals are getting increasingly creative, and HTML attachments are their new favorite tool. Learn more about this risk below.
May 26, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsGenerative AI Is Now a Weapon—and It’s Targeting Canadians
We’re in 2025, and Canadian intelligence has made it clear: foreign governments are using AI to manipulate public opinion ahead of our federal election. That’s not a sci-fi headline—it’s real, and it’s already happening.
May 26, 2025 3 min -
Business OperationsWhy Every Growing Business Needs a Data Strategy
As a business owner, you’ve always got too many balls in the air. Daily, you’re finding the right people, keeping up with demand, strategizing customer retention, and everything in between. Growth is exhilarating but also messy, and amid that flurry of activity, there’s one thing many businesses should have but don’t: a solid data strategy.
May 24, 2025 3 min -
CloudCloud Computing Empowers Scalable, Flexible Workforces
A successful business isn’t just dependent on a great product or service. Staying competitive is about how quickly you can adapt and keep your team working together smoothly. Cloud computing is now part of this equation.
May 23, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityRogue Apps Fuel Surge in Identity Attacks
Is your company prepared for the rise of rogue apps? These stealthy programs hide in plain sight and expose sensitive data to cybercriminals. Read on as we help you avoid costly breaches.
May 22, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Office Device You Forgot to Protect (And Why It’s a Big Problem)
If you're thinking about cyber threats in your office, you're probably picturing phishing emails, malware, or weak passwords—not that printer beside the coffee machine. But your office printer might be the easiest way for hackers to slip into your network.
May 20, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityYour Private Browsing Just Got a Security Upgrade
If you've ever used Incognito mode and assumed it kept everything private, you’re not alone. Most people think it’s a digital invisibility cloak—but until recently, it had some major holes. One of them? Your clipboard.
May 20, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityWhy Political Disinformation Is Just the Beginning for AI Scams
As of April 2025, deepfake videos and fake news content are targeting voters online. Some impersonate political leaders like the Prime Minister, politicians, etc. Others push investment scams using realistic-looking clips made to mimic respected media outlets. Over 40 Facebook pages have been caught spreading these fakes, and the number keeps climbing.
May 20, 2025 3 min -
Business OperationsAccelerate Growth With Financial Reporting Automation
Is your team stuck spending hours every month on financial reporting? Manual workflows can quickly become a bottleneck that takes valuable time away from strategic decisions.
May 19, 2025 3 min -
Business OperationsBots Now Rule the Internet Highway
Did you know most online traffic now comes from bots? These programs, both good and bad, shape online visibility, customer experiences, and even security. Your establishment’s future in this digital era may depend on how you manage them.
May 17, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityCyber-Insurance Triggers Higher Ransom Demands
Could having cyber insurance make your establishment a bigger target for hackers? It’s a reality many companies are starting to confront. Keep reading to learn more.
May 16, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityCybersecurity Investments Protect and Fuel Business Growth
Business today doesn’t look like it did just five short years ago. Remote work, hybrid teams, cloud computing, AI tools, and more are transforming every aspect of how we work and conduct business.
May 15, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityThis Type Of Phishing Scam Is Back, And They’re 500% More Ruthless
Vacation season is around the corner—but so are travel-themed phishing attacks. Cybercriminals are using fake hotel and flight emails to steal credentials, credit card info, and even infect devices with malware. These scams aren’t sloppy either. They’re sleek, professional, and almost impossible to spot at first glance.
May 12, 2025 3 min -
Business OperationsEdge’s New Feature Is Something You Don't Want To Miss
Microsoft Edge is getting a serious productivity boost—and it could impact how your team works every single day.
May 12, 2025 2 min -
Technology TrendsCanada's AI Project Will Change How SMBs See AI And Tech
In February 2025, Canada officially launched the AI Sovereign Compute Infrastructure Program. At first glance, this might sound like another government tech project with fancy wording—but it’s not. This program is about building a national AI system that keeps Canadian data on Canadian soil while boosting the power and speed of artificial intelligence for businesses across the country.
May 12, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityHidden Risks in Your Work Mobile Apps
If your business relies on mobile apps, you need to be aware of a growing risk that could put your entire enterprise in jeopardy: data leakage. All your work mobile apps, from remote collaboration tools to time tracking apps, could be exposing sensitive customer information, internal files, and even credentials that could unlock your entire system to unauthorized individuals without your knowledge.
May 10, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityCyber Hygiene: Simple Steps To Stay Secure
How protected is your business in today’s digital age? Threats are everywhere and only growing more sophisticated each day.
May 8, 2025 3 min -
CybersecuritySocial Engineering: The Human Side of Hacking
What’s the weakest link in your cybersecurity strategy? It’s not your firewall or antivirus software but your people.
May 7, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityIs Your Smartphone a Cybersecurity Risk?
Is your smartphone a cybersecurity risk for your business? It’s easy to overlook how much confidential information lives on your device.
May 6, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityMost Business Owners Don’t Realize This IT Mistake Until It’s Too Late
A business owner recently asked us, “What are the biggest IT mistakes you see from companies like mine?”. Let’s just say we’ve seen more facepalms than firewall installs.
May 5, 2025 3 min
