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2025-03-04 13:56:42

### Protect Your Brand: Why DMARC is Essential for Modern Organisations

Did you know that an estimated 3.4 billion spam emails are sent every day1? It's a significant risk to your brand, your customers and your email deliverability. As cyber threats continue to evolve, modern organisations need more than basic security.

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2025-02-13 13:46:53

### Everything You Need to Know About Migrating to Microsoft Azure

The way businesses manage their IT infrastructure is changing rapidly. Many organisations are moving away from traditional on-premises systems in favour of cloud solutions that offer greater flexibility, security and cost efficiency. Microsoft Azure is at the forefront of this shift, helping...

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2025-02-05 16:10:08

### Guide: Your email signature could be a security weak point

When was the last time you thought about your email signature as a potential security risk? For most organisations, the answer is probably never. The reality is that email signatures - those polished, professional blocks of text at the bottom of emails - can be exploited by cybercriminals to launch...

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2025-01-30 16:04:33

### Why Your Technology Company Should Certify for Cyber Essentials

As cyber threats continue to evolve, it is crucial for the technology sector to prioritise strong cyber security measures.

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2025-01-09 09:13:49

### IT Trends 2025: Insights from Grant McGregor’s Experts

What might the future of IT look like in 2025? We sat down with two of Grant McGregor's key experts, Doug Davey and Paul Sinclair. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the IT landscape, Doug and Paul shared their predictions for the trends, challenges and innovations that may to...

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2024-12-17 10:59:46

### 2024 Tech Year in Review: Innovations, Challenges and Lessons Learned

As we wrap up 2024, the tech industry has once again demonstrated its dynamic and ever-evolving nature. From advancements in cybersecurity to breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, this year has been a journey of growth, challenges, and transformative lessons.

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2024-12-11 14:16:06

### Guide: Cyber Security Training - Your Best Defence

Cybercrime continues to evolve, and small and medium-sized businesses are some of the biggest targets. With fewer resources dedicated to security, these organisations are often seen as easy prey for cybercriminals.

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2024-12-03 15:52:38

### 10 Reasons Why you Might Not Be Receiving Emails in 2025

Email remains an essential communication tool in both personal and professional settings but despite continuous advancements in technology, a range of issues can still disrupt the smooth delivery of emails.

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2024-11-27 14:42:24

### Impersonation in Action: How Fake IT Support Threatens Your Security

In the world of cybersecurity, there are few threats as deceptively simple yet devastatingly effective as social engineering. These attacks exploit the human element - tricking individuals into granting access, revealing sensitive information or performing actions that compromise their...

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