Long days and warm nights make summer the perfect time to unplug and unwind. But while you’re kicking back, cybercriminals are ramping up. And this year, they’ve got a powerful sidekick: artificial intelligence. AI is making scams faster, smarter, and a lot harder to detect. Whether it’s a fake travel itinerary, a phony hotel deal, […]
Located in the heart of Oradell, New Jersey, the Bergen Academy of Music & Art (BAMA) has earned a strong reputation as a creative haven for students of all ages. Nestled at 244 Kinderkamack Rd, BAMA serves as a cultural pillar for Bergen County residents, providing a rich environment for musical and artistic development. Since […]
Summer is all about travel, sunshine, and stepping away from the daily grind. But while you’re making memories, your devices may be more vulnerable than you realize. From poolside spills and sandy smartphones to sudden power outages, the season brings plenty of ways to lose valuable data. With everything from family photos to financial documents […]
When the final school bell rings for summer, kids often swap homework for screens. With more free hours in the day, activities like gaming, streaming, and social media quickly take center stage. Yet, with that freedom comes risk. From online scams and inappropriate content to risky interactions with strangers, the internet isn’t always kid-friendly. Without […]
The diploma isn’t even framed yet, and hackers are already rolling out the welcome mat. The moment graduates start job hunting, their personal data becomes prime real estate for cybercriminals. Fake recruiters, phishing emails posing as HR, and password-stealing scams all ramp up as young professionals step into the workforce — often unaware they’re being […]
Every year, the list of most common passwords makes its way around the internet, and every year, it’s just as concerning. People are still using “123456” and “password” like it’s 1999. Meanwhile, cybercriminals don’t need cutting-edge hacking tools when people hand them the keys. Research shows that 40% of passwords used by corporate employees are […]
Your phone is more than a phone. It is a wallet, a filing cabinet, a work desk, and a personal vault — and hackers know it. The same goes for laptops and tablets, which store everything from financial records to business emails. Cyber threats are no longer confined to corporate networks. Personal devices are prime […]
If the internet were a country, it would be among the world’s top energy consumers. A 2024 study published in Nature Communications found that data centers and data transmission networks account for between 1% and 1.3% of global electricity consumption. That’s a staggering amount of energy for infrastructure that most people never even see. Earth […]
When you think of spring cleaning, your mind probably jumps to decluttering your closet or cleaning out the garage. But what about your digital workspace? Just like your physical surroundings, your digital spaces also need regular attention to keep them functioning at their best. Over time, your tech systems can become cluttered with outdated software, […]
Free Wi-Fi is everywhere — airports, hotels, cafes — and super convenient, right? Unfortunately, what’s convenient for you usually comes at the cost of cybersecurity. A 2023 study found that a significant number of people had their personal information compromised while using public Wi-Fi in airports and hotels. This blog isn’t here to rain on […]
What would happen to your business if all your data disappeared tomorrow? It’s a scenario most business owners prefer not to think about, but disasters—both big and small—can strike at any time. From cyberattacks and failures to natural disasters and human error, the risks are real and growing. For businesses experiencing growth, the stakes are […]
Did you know that it takes companies an average of 204 days to identify a data breach and 73 days to contain it? It’s a staggering statistic—and one that begs the question: How would your business hold up? Today’s businesses collect and store a wealth of information — from financial records to customer details and […]
