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CybersecurityChatGPT Adds Physical Keys for Stronger Account Security
Researchers, journalists, elected officials, and others are embracing AI platforms like ChatGPT for answers to personal questions and help with high-stakes work. ChatGPT accounts can hold a significant amount of sensitive information over time, and many professionals integrate the tool into their workflows for efficiency. Unfortunately, the information in those accounts can become a target for cybercriminals looking for ways to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.
May 27, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityDropbox Passwords Is Officially Shutting Down
Is your team prepared for the end of Dropbox Passwords? Its shutdown means establishments need to look for new ways to manage their sensitive information. Learn more about it here.
August 18, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsVoice Technology and Its Business Applications
Millions of people use virtual voice assistants like Alexa and Siri in their everyday lives, but can you use voice technology in business operations? Artificial intelligence continues to evolve, leading to a rise in voice-activated solutions for enterprises. Discover the key advantages of voice technology and its business applications in this guide.
May 21, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityWhen Your Facebook Or Other Online Account Gets Hacked, Who’s Responsible For The Losses?
A recent incident involving the CEO of a highly successful marketing firm left their Facebook account compromised, leading to an unauthorized $250,000 advertisement spree for an online gambling site. Astonishingly, neither Facebook, the bank, nor the credit card company accepted responsibility for replacing the funds lost in this cybercrime. With no specific cyber fraud insurance, the firm bore the full brunt of the financial losses, surpassing a staggering half a million dollars. Additionally, the painstakingly built Facebook audience was lost, necessitating a restart.
November 29, 2023 2 min -
Business OperationsHow Social Media Misuse Can Harm Your Business
Social media has significantly transformed the way we communicate and do business. However, this growing popularity also comes with potential risks that could cause harm to businesses like yours.
October 16, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityCybercriminals Pose As Facebook And Instagram Support: How To Protect Your Private Information From Being Stolen On Social Media
Another day, another scam! A new wave of social media scams has emerged, targeting unsuspecting Facebook and Instagram users. Whether you use your page for personal or business use, this new con could affect you. In this article, you'll discover what this scam is, how to detect if hackers are targeting you, and how to avoid falling for it and potentially leaking your private information.
June 22, 2023 4 min -
Business OperationsStreamlining Account Management: Google’s Initiative to Delete Inactive Accounts
If you haven't touched your Google account in years, it is time to use it again to prevent it from disappearing. Google recently announced that it will be deleting accounts that have been inactive for two years. This move is part of efforts to organize user data and improve account security. Businesses using Google to connect to third-party software should take proactive steps to maintain their accounts.
June 19, 2023 2 min -
CybersecuritySIM Swap Attack Targets Verizon Customers
Recently, Verizon experienced a minor but significant data breach. Between October 6, 2022, and October 10, 2022, an unknown malicious actor gained access to Verizon's prepaid wireless accounts, compromising approximately 250 individuals.
November 5, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityDucktail Malware Returns With New PHP Variant
An advanced PHP variant of the Ducktail malware poses a risk to Facebook users.
October 31, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityCox Communications Reports Recent Data Breach
Cox Communications is a major provider of cable, internet, and phone service in the United States. The company is the latest in a seemingly unending parade of companies to fall victim to a hacking attack. In this case, the hacker gained access to company servers by impersonating a member of Cox Communication's Customer Support team. At this point details are sketchy as the investigation into the matter is ongoing.
December 20, 2021 2 min
