Blog
AI & Deepfake Scams: 2025 Guide for Cybersecurity at Work and at Home
Key Takeaways on AI Scams and Deepfakes: Global cyberattacks have surged by 58% since two years ago. Protecting yourself, your family, and your business from cyber threats like AI and deepfake scams has never been more critical. Cyber threats don’t take a break, so we’re providing practical, actionable steps that you can take to help safeguard your …
Read More
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Simple Habits to Help You Stay Safe Online
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! A 20+ year initiative led by CISA and the National Cybersecurity Alliance to help people take easy, everyday steps to stay safe online. Why it matters: cybercrime losses reported to the FBI hit a record $16 billion in 2024 – up 33% from the previous year. Think good cybersecurity requires complex tech and a huge budget? Think …
Read More
Cybersecurity for Startups: Important Steps for New Businesses
Building a business is exciting, but the truth is: while you’re focused on growing your customer base or securing your next round of funding, cybercriminals may be eyeing your startup as their next target. Small businesses and startups face a disproportionate share of cyberattacks because lean teams and rapidly-evolving systems can create vulnerabilities that are …
Read More
Don’t Lose It All: Data Backup Strategies for Small Businesses
If you’re in the small-business world, you might think the last thing you need to worry about is data backup and security. But what if disaster strikes and you lose your most important data? Data isn’t just files; it’s a key foundation of operations. A hardware glitch, ransomware attack, or accidental deletion can be catastrophic. …
Read More
In-House IT vs. Managed IT Services: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Picture this: a critical system in your organization crashes during the busiest part of the day, bringing productivity to a grinding halt. In that moment, who can you call? The answer depends on whether you have built your own IT team or hired an outside company. This choice can affect your budget, security, and growth. …
Read More
Beyond Protection: How Strategic Cybersecurity Can Drive Small and Mid-Sized Business Growth
For many small-to-midsize businesses (SMBs), cybersecurity has long been viewed as a necessary expense, important for defense, but not seen as a value driver. But what if robust cybersecurity for small business can be viewed differently? What if it can be a proactive engine for growth, innovation, and competitive advantage? It’s time to expand the …
Read More
The Human Part of Cybersecurity: How HR Can Build Your Strongest Defense
Let’s be honest, when cybersecurity comes up, what pops into your head? Probably high-tech defenses, maybe lines of code, or the IT folks working their magic. But what if the real key to locking down your company’s digital life sits with… Human Resources? Sounds a bit out there, right? Yet, increasingly, HR is finding itself right in …
Read More
Responding to a Ransomware Attack: A Guide for Small Businesses
When a ransomware attack strikes your business, every minute counts. Small businesses often don’t have the extensive IT departments of larger companies, leaving them potentially exposed to these increasingly clever digital threats. Knowing how to react swiftly can be the crucial difference between a manageable recovery and a crisis that shuts you down. And here’s …
Read More
Cybersecurity for Remote Work: Best Practices for Small Businesses
Remote work has reshaped small business operations, offering flexibility but also new risks. Cybercriminals may see your remote workforce as an opportunity. Protecting your digital assets now means securing a scattered team, not just an office. Here are some best practices to help keep your business protected in the face of cybersecurity risks. Cybersecurity for remote work isn’t …
Read More
October 23, 2025
Acrisure Cyber Services