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GALACTIC TRUST

In 2023 we partnerted with Galactic Advisors. Galactic Advisors is a third-party cybersecurity firm that partners with IT providers such as ResTech Solutions and focuses on security from third-party assessments to compliance. As part of this partnership, Galactic Advisors regularly audits our internal systems. In early April 2024 we completed the first stage of our security journey and acheived Trust Level 1.

You can learn more about our Trust Level 1 certification and see our last audit date here.

TECH HUMOR

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CYBERSECURITY NEWS

May 2024

How Quantum Computers Could Break Our Best Cyber-Defenses: Simplified

Quantum computers”….sounds complicated and alarming, right?

It doesn’t have to be! Let’s break down what quantum computers are, what they’re capable of, and what that all means for our cybersecurity defenses in the future…and make it easy enough for anyone to understand!

Don’t Let the House Win…Your Data!

Even if you only log into the digital casino every now and again, it’s important to understand why online casino cybersecurity matters and how to stay vigilant while you gamble online.

Why Is the Government Banning Microsoft from Its Devices?

Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered productivity tool that assists users with coding activities. It can suggest code completions and identify potential errors.

So why was it recently banned by the U.S. Congress?

Why You Shouldn’t Reuse Passwords

Do you have any applications or profiles that share the same password?

Reusing passwords is actually one of the most dangerous things that you can do to your data privacy!

Are You Oversharing with Location Sharing?

Would you be surprised to learn there is a dark side to location sharing?

Saving Passwords to Your Browser? YOU’RE at Risk!

Browser saved passwords offer convenience, but security-wise, they fall short compared to a dedicated password manager! Here’s why.

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SELECT BUSINESS & TECH ARTICLES

May 2024

6 Phone Management Tips When Traveling Abroad
Owais Sultan, Hackread

Mobile phones have revolutionized the way we travel, making it more convenient and accessible than ever. With your device in hand, you carry your entire digital world with you, from essential apps to personal accounts. However, navigating phone usage abroad can present challenges. Here are some essential tips to help you manage your phone while traveling.

How to Introduce New Technology to the Workplace
Rachael Nazzaro, All Business

New technology can propel small businesses forward by boosting growth, efficiency, and standing out in the market. While team members may resist its integration due to uncertainty, business leaders can employ strategies to ease concerns and encourage adoption. Here are effective ways to introduce cutting-edge technology into your business.

People Doubt Their Own Ability to Spot AI-Generated Deepfakes
Help Net Security

In a recent study, 23% of Americans reported encountering a political deepfake they later realized was fake. The true exposure to deepfakes is likely higher, as many struggle to distinguish real from fake due to advanced AI. With AI capable of producing convincing visual and audio content, traditional cues for discerning truth are fading. Learn more.

Researchers find dozens of fake E-ZPass toll websites after FBI Warning
Jonathan Greig, The Record

Smishing is a social engineering tactic that tricks individuals via text messages into downloading malware or revealing sensitive information. One of their new prime targets is E-Z pass toll service users. The Internet Crime Complaint Center received over 2,000 reports of smishing texts pretending to be toll services, and following an FBI alert, cybersecurity experts have discovered almost 30 phishing sites imitating the E-ZPass toll service. Learn more about these insidious new threats.