Ransomware attack estimates were at 304.7 million in August 2021, which is the same number of total attacks as the entire 2020 calendar year had. To put it into a fiscal perspective, the 2020 reported losses exceeded $4.1 Billion. Losses for 2021 are approximately $4.9 Billion so far, and the busiest season for ransomware isn’t even here yet! However, there appears to be lull in September, with the number of reported attacks actually decreasing...
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COVID-19 has forced almost all businesses across all verticals to accommodate working from home. For the past seven months, office buildings started to feel like an eerie place to visit, with near-empty floors and sometimes entire buildings. As states across the nation, including here in the State of California, begin strict reopening stages, working remotely is still a recommended option for almost all stages of the reopening tiers.
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“On Dasher, On Dancer, On Mastercard, and Visa,” should be the mantra for this year’s Holiday shopping season. Forecasts total U.S. holiday retail sales will reach $1.008 trillion this year! Digital sales will represent 13.4% at $135.35 billion and, naturally, Rudolf will lead this digital spending with his red nose. Cyber criminals would love to have a beacon like Rudolf, showing them holiday treats such as your personal and credit card..
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