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Briefings from the front line — what we're seeing in the threat landscape, and how to stay a step ahead.

Field notes

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Security
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Stronger Every Day: 5 Steps to Better Business Cybersecurity

Stronger Every Day: 5 Steps to Better Business Cybersecurity Cyber threats don’t just target large enterprises — small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are increasingly at risk. Yet many owners still believe they’re “too small” to be noticed. The truth? Cybercriminals count on exactly that mind…

11 Sept 20252 min
Governance
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Incident Response Planning in the EU: A Calm, Practical Guide

Incident Response Planning in the EU: A Calm, Practical Guide Why an IRP Matters A well-designed incident response plan for SMEs turns a bad day into a manageable one. In the EU, it also supports EU cybersecurity governance and compliance by giving teams clear roles, actions, and reporting paths.…

04 Sept 20252 min
Risk and Compliance
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Cybersecurity Check-In: What to Do After a Suspicious Click

Cybersecurity Check-In: What to Do After a Suspicious Click Cyber threats evolve fast, so cybersecurity for SMEs must be practical and repeatable. When someone clicks a dodgy link, the difference between a near-miss and a breach is often your incident response policy—clear steps everyone can foll…

01 Sept 20252 min
Risk and Compliance
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People, Training & The Human Side of Security

People, Training & The Human Side of Security When most people hear the word cybersecurity, they think of firewalls, software, or advanced technology. But the truth is that the greatest risk is often people. Employees can unintentionally open the door to cyber threats through phishing emails, wea…

29 Aug 20252 min
Security awareness & Training
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A–Z Cybersecurity Jargon Cheat Sheet for SMEs

A–Z Cybersecurity Jargon Cheat Sheet for SMEs As an SME business owner, you don’t need to memorize every cybersecurity term or become fluent in technical jargon. What matters is knowing these terms exist, what they mean in plain language, and how they might affect your business. That’s why we’ve…

26 Aug 20255 min
Cybercrime
A realistic, digitally rendered image of a human face made up of glowing blue lines and particles, representing artificial intelligence. The background features abstract circuit board patterns, and the bold text “AI & DEEPFAKES” appears in bright blue on the right side of the image. The visual conveys a high-tech, futuristic theme focused on advanced digital threats.

AI‑Powered Attacks and Deepfakes on the Rise for SMEs

Today, AI‑Powered Attacks and Deepfakes are rapidly reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). These businesses are no longer flying under the radar. Cybercriminals now use advanced tools powered by artificial intelligence to target vulnerable…

08 Aug 20253 min
Cyber Insurance
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Cyber Insurance Gaining Ground for SMEs

Cyber insurance gaining ground is more than just a trend for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This growing safety net brings peace of mind and real value. Moreover, partnering with a seasoned cybersecurity consultant helps reduce risk and may lead to lower insurance premiums. In this po…

08 Aug 20252 min