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In April 2026, the global mailing and shipping provider Pitney Bowes experienced a severe cybersecurity incident that resulted in the compromise and public exposure of over 8.2 million customer records. The breach, which was traced back to a sophisticated phishing…
Understanding the time and cost of hiring an IT manager for a small business is something a lot of owners underestimate until they’re deep into the process. The average cost-per-hire for technical roles continues to rise across the UK and…
Voice phishing attacks cost organisations an average of £14 million annually as of 2026, and the threat landscape has changed dramatically. The days of obvious scam calls from “unknown numbers” are largely behind us. In 2026, vishing (voice phishing) is…
Getting security essentials for SME compliance readiness right in 2026 is no longer optional. With VoIP-related security incidents jumping 47% since 2024, driven by AI-powered toll fraud and silent call interception, the threat landscape has expanded well beyond your laptops…
Your business is growing, and that is a fantastic thing. You are taking on new customers, hiring new staff, and expanding what you do. But as your business grows, so does the technology you rely on every day. You are…
You might have seen the recent news about the Axios supply chain attack. For many business owners, the immediate question is simple: “Does this actually affect us?” The short answer is: potentially, but not in the way you might expect.…
If you work with larger clients, bid for contracts, or position your business as a credible supplier, you’ve probably noticed a shift. Security is moving into the buying decision — and Cyber Essentials is moving with it. For years it…
It is a typical Monday morning. You log in to your computer at the shop… except you discover that all your files are gone. Customer records, invoices, emails, and contracts have all disappeared overnight. At first, it seems like a…
Cyber Essentials is no longer just a nice-to-have badge for your website; in 2026, it’s a non-negotiable foundation for any serious business in the UK and Ireland. In today’s digital landscape, robust cybersecurity isn’t just an IT concern—it is a…
It is a common misconception among small business owners that they are simply too small to be a target for cybercriminals, or that dedicated IT management is a luxury reserved for large corporations. When you are managing a team of…
