Welcome to issue 19 of IT Pro 20/20, distilling the most important themes of the previous month into an easy-to-read package.
Maintaining robust cyber security is a difficult task for anyone, but smaller companies are increasingly finding themselves on the front line. At a time when almost a third of cyber attacks now involve a small business, we consider the dangers that this weak link could pose to the wider technology industry, and what steps SMBs and startups need to take to plug the gap.
Keeping with the theme of SMBs and startups, we also look at the tech startups that have thrived during lockdown, using their agility and flexibility to reshape business models and exploit unprecedented demand for services - something that every business can learn from.
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Third time lucky? Microsoft finally begins roll-out of controversial Recall featureNews The Windows Recall feature has been plagued by setbacks and backlash from security professionals
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The UK government wants quantum technology out of the lab and in the hands of enterprisesNews The UK government has unveiled plans to invest £121 million in quantum computing projects in an effort to drive real-world applications and adoption rates.
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How the channel can simplify cybersecurity to build trust and agility for SMBsIndustry Insights There's an opportunity for the channel to move from tech resellers to trusted advisors on security and help alleviate the security burden on SMBs
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Why ransomware attacks happen to small businesses – and how to stop themIn-depth With a surge in small business ransomware attacks, it's critical to know what makes your organization a target and what defensive measures you can take
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Four measures SMBs can take to avoid common security pitfallsIn-depth Security can be challenging for SMBs, but it’s possible to make yourself more resilient to reduce the impact of cyber attacks
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NCSC launches free in-browser security threat checks for SMBsNews The new cyber toolkits will help SMBs assess their cyber readiness in a matter of minutes
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Microsoft 365 security checklistWhitepaper A practical guide for the time-strapped admin
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Datto SMB cyber security for MSPs reportWhitepaper A world of opportunity for MSPs
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State-sponsored hackers are diversifying tactics, targeting small businessesNews Research has warned that state-sponsored threat actors will increasingly target smaller enterprises in 2023
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Online banks servicing UK's SMBs found to have 'serious' security flawsNews TSB and Virgin Money were both ranked bottom of a study examining security practices at leading UK banks
