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Password Protection 101: How Businesses Strengthen Their First Line of Defense

Password Protection 101: How Businesses Strengthen Their First Line of Defense

February, 2025 | Alex Ceneviva

Introduction Passwords. We all use them, and many of us are guilty of reusing the same one across most of our online accounts. Unfortunately, this common habit puts businesses at significant risk. [...]

FINRA 2025 Rule Changes: What Financial Firms Must Do to Stay Compliant

FINRA 2025 Rule Changes: What Financial Firms Must Do to Stay Compliant

February, 2025 | Alex Ceneviva

Introduction If you work in finance or invest in the market, you’re likely familiar with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, better known as FINRA. As the nonprofit regulatory body [...]

Data Privacy in 2025: Why It’s More Critical Than Ever and How Businesses Can Stay Ahead

Data Privacy in 2025: Why It’s More Critical Than Ever and How Businesses Can Stay Ahead

February, 2025 | Alex Ceneviva

Introduction With the banning—and subsequent unbanning—of TikTok in January 2025, data privacy has once again taken center stage in national headlines. For those unfamiliar, data privacy refers to [...]

Building Strong Vendor Relationships: The Key to Successful Procurement

Building Strong Vendor Relationships: The Key to Successful Procurement

February, 2025 | Alex Ceneviva

IT procurement is more than just purchasing hardware and software, it’s about building vendor relationships, optimizing costs, and ensuring smooth office operations. Fortunately, Jayson DeFrance, [...]

Agentic AI: The Future of IT Tech Support

Agentic AI: The Future of IT Tech Support

January, 2025 | Charles IT

Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries, and IT tech support is no exception. The emergence of Agentic AI—AI systems capable of autonomous decision-making and [...]

Harnessing AI Advancements for Smarter IT Solutions in Connecticut

Harnessing AI Advancements for Smarter IT Solutions in Connecticut

January, 2025 | Charles IT

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and businesses in Connecticut are no exception. From AI-powered cybersecurity to machine learning-driven automation, AI is [...]

2025 HIPAA Compliance Update: What It Means for Healthcare Providers

2025 HIPAA Compliance Update: What It Means for Healthcare Providers

January, 2025 | Alex Ceneviva

Introduction: Why the HIPAA Updates Matter While HIPAA has undergone updates over the years, 2025 marks the first time in over a decade that it will face significant changes. These updates aim to [...]

Thought Leadership: Finding Work-Life Harmony: Preventing Burnout Through Intentional Living

Thought Leadership: Finding Work-Life Harmony: Preventing Burnout Through Intentional Living

January, 2025 | Alex Ceneviva

Top Cybersecurity Tips for 2025: Staying Ahead of Evolving Threats

Top Cybersecurity Tips for 2025: Staying Ahead of Evolving Threats

January, 2025 | Alex Ceneviva

Introduction While 2025 is just beginning, the cybersecurity landscape is already becoming more complex due to the ever-evolving nature of cyber threats. The Global Risks Report 2024 from the World [...]

FINRA Compliance Made Simple

FINRA Compliance Made Simple

January, 2025 | Alex Ceneviva

Introduction If you work in the financial industry, you’re likely well aware of FINRA’s critical role in protecting investors, maintaining market integrity, and promoting fair and transparent [...]

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