smb security

The cybersecurity stakes for today’s businesses have never been higher, with record numbers of threats, mounting regulatory pressure, and a continuous shortage of experienced infosec professionals. Recent years have seen sustained attacks ranging from sophisticated ransomware to nation-state...

In the ever-shifting landscape of cybersecurity, the partnership between Huntress and Microsoft marks a significant strategic development for businesses worldwide, particularly for organisations facing technical and resource-related constraints. With cyberattacks escalating in both frequency and...

As cyberattacks escalate in both frequency and sophistication, businesses around the world are grappling with an unyielding wave of threats targeting their data, assets, and operations. In a bold move designed to address these persistent challenges, Huntress, a rising force in enterprise-grade...

When it comes to safeguarding critical business data, IT professionals and SMBs alike must navigate a complex landscape rife with both opportunity and risk. Rising cybersecurity threats, legal compliance demands, and the sheer explosion of enterprise data have made robust backup solutions not...

India’s small and medium businesses (SMBs) have long stood at the intersection of innovation and opportunity, powering some of the country’s most resilient economic growth. Yet for many, the digital transformation journey is hampered by a daunting menu of technology choices, uneven access to...

India’s small and medium businesses have long been described as the backbone of the nation’s economic engine, but in the era of AI-driven digital transformation, many face a daunting reality: access to enterprise-grade technology remains limited, and the journey to cloud adoption and advanced...

For small businesses leveraging Microsoft 365, security is no longer a passive IT checkbox—it is a living, breathing discipline that can directly impact the survival and reputation of an organization. The surge in cyberattacks exploiting cloud misconfigurations and the rise of sophisticated...

Datalink Networks, a national managed service and IT solutions provider based in Santa Clarita, California, has recently achieved the Microsoft Solutions Partner for Security designation. This recognition underscores the company's technical capabilities, experience, and commitment to delivering...

In a significant development within the managed service provider (MSP) security sector, CyberSentriq has emerged from stealth mode, aiming to fortify small and medium-sized business (SMB) environments. This London-based startup, backed by private equity firm Bregal Milestone, is the result of a...

Based on current and recent industry developments, here’s a clear summary of what “Pax8 to Unlock the Era of Managed Intelligence for SMBs” likely means, and its significance for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and the small-to-midsize business (SMB) market: What Does "Unlock the Era of...

For South African businesses grappling with the mounting pressures of a digital-first economy, the announcement of the BUI Cyber Security Warranty represents a significant step-change. As cyber threats escalate in complexity and consequence, many organisations are seeking more than just...

The business of managed services has inexorably shifted in recent years, pushed onward by a tidal wave of digital transformation among small to midsized businesses (SMBs) and an equally rapid escalation of cybersecurity threats. Amid this shifting landscape, the partnership of ConnectWise with...

Proofpoint’s announcement of its intent to acquire Hornetsecurity Group in a deal reportedly valued at $1 billion signals a decisive reshaping of the Microsoft 365 security landscape, introducing new synergies and fresh competitive challenges for managed service providers (MSPs), small- and...

In a significant move within the cybersecurity landscape, Proofpoint Inc. has announced its definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity GmbH, a prominent German provider of AI-driven Microsoft 365 security solutions. This strategic acquisition, reportedly valued at over $1 billion, aims to...

Proofpoint’s headline-grabbing $1 billion agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity marks a pivotal moment in the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud security, underscoring the intensifying arms race among vendors to secure Microsoft 365-powered businesses. As email threats become increasingly...

For Microsoft partners navigating the evolving landscape of the technology ecosystem, staying attuned to program changes, new solution paths, and AI-driven sales innovations is crucial to remaining competitive. As of this recent news cycle, Microsoft has rolled out several updates and...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer the stuff of speculative future—it's the lead story in today’s business technology headlines, redefining efficiency, decision-making, and customer engagement. The past week brought a cascade of announcements and insight from major players like Microsoft...

A Tale of Two Breaches: Microsoft and Apple Patch Rapidly Exploited Vulnerabilities When Microsoft released its batch of security updates on March 11 during Patch Tuesday, few in the broader security community could have predicted just how quickly threat actors would weaponize one particular...

Microsoft’s countdown to the end of Windows 10 support has been ticking for years, but the world’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are not listening as closely as they should. An eye-popping 35% of SMBs have either no plan or no awareness of the looming end-of-service (EoS) deadline for...

Connecting managed service providers (MSPs) with streamlined, effective cloud security is more essential now than ever. ConnectWise has stepped into the spotlight with its latest announcement—ConnectWise SaaS Security—a solution meticulously designed to help MSPs deliver, manage, and monetize...