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Cybersecurity isn't just defence — it's a differentiator. "Cybersecurity: An Untapped Competitive Advantage" explo... #Cybersecurity #Leadership #CompetitiveAdvantage

https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2025/09/09/cybersecurity-an-untapped-competitive-advantage-hiding-in-plain-sight/
Cybersecurity: An Untapped Competitive Advantage Hiding In Plain Sight
Forward-thinking organizations have seen beyond compliance checklists and recognized that cybersecurity is more than just an obligation. It’s a competitive advantage.
www.forbes.com
November 5, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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"Employees are pasting company secrets into ChatGPT and 82% of that's via unmanaged accounts. 😬 Shadow AI isn't theory anymore, it's your blindspot.

🔗 Read more:
https://www.theregister.com/2025/10/07/gen_ai_shadow_it_secrets/
#ShadowAI #DataSecurity #AI
Employees regularly paste company secrets into ChatGPT
: Microsoft Copilot, not so much
www.theregister.com
October 13, 2025 at 9:41 AM
itdotie.bsky.social
In September Microsoft rolled out a raft of enhancements across AI, security, usability and admin control.
#MicrosoftTeams #TeamsUpdate #Copilot #Productivity

https://www.neowin.net/news/here-are-all-the-new-features-microsoft-added-to-teams-in-september-2025/
Here are all the new features Microsoft added to Teams in September 2025
Microsoft added tons of features to Teams in September 2025, including dedicated agents and threaded view in channels.
www.neowin.net
October 6, 2025 at 11:58 AM
itdotie.bsky.social
4 steps to boost cyber safety:

1️⃣ Think before you click
2️⃣ Enable #MFA
3️⃣ Use strong #passwords
4️⃣ Keep systems updated

📩 [email protected]

#CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth #CyberSecurity
October 3, 2025 at 7:08 AM
itdotie.bsky.social
NIST 2024 = longer > complex.
✅ 12–16 chars
✅ No forced symbols
✅ Change only if compromised
✅ Use password managers
We're moving towards passwordless (#biometrics, #passkeys), but until then, stronger #passwords + #MFA matter.

#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #Cyberawraeness #PasswordSecurity
October 2, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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#Ransomware: To Pay or Not To Pay?

🔹 80% of victims paid
🔹 Only 60% recovered some/all data
🔹 A third faced repeat demands

Paying doesn't guarantee recove... #backups, #patching, #EDR,
#CyberSecurity

https://news.sky.com/story/cyber-attacks-80-of-ransomware-victims-pay-up-insurer-says-13441131
Cyber attacks: '80%' of ransomware victims pay up, insurer says
Hackers are said to be increasingly targeting sensitive business data including intellectual property because they see a chance of greater financial rewards.
news.sky.com
September 30, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Did you know... over 90% of cyberattacks start with a phishing email? Train your team to spot the signs. Contact us at [email protected].
Cyber Security | IT.ie https://it.ie/cyber-security/
#PhishingAwareness #CyberTraining #EmailSecurity
September 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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Thanks to @FraudSMART for highlighting a convincing new remote access scam where fraudsters call claiming to represent your bank and get you to download remote access software.

💡 Remember: Your bank wi...
#FraudAlert #StaySecure #FraudSMART

https://www.fraudsmart.ie/2025/08/26/remote-access-scam/
Increase in phone scams asking for remote access to your laptop - FraudSMART
FraudSMART is warning consumers and businesses to be on alert for a new type of phone scam where fraudsters claim to be from your bank, ‘alerting’ you to a suspicious payment on your account and requesting remote access to your laptop or desktop computer in order to cancel it. These are very convincing scams so ...
www.fraudsmart.ie
August 27, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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In-house IT or Managed Services?

Here's a quick breakdown to help you decide 👇

💡 Predictable costs
🧠 Team expertise
📈 Built to scale
🔒 Proactive securi... https://it.ie/in-house-vs-managed-it-services-whats-right-for-your-business/

#ITSupport #ManagedServices #CyberSecurity #SMEs #BusinessIT
August 25, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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🚨 30% of Irish office workers tried to access a colleague's device in the last year.

New #CyberPulseIreland2025 with @SonicWall reveals the Insider Thr... @businessplusie https://businessplus.ie/business-insights/office-workers-access-devices/
https://it.ie/cyberpulse-ireland-2025/

#Cybersecurity
Office workers admit to trying to access colleague's device
Nearly a third of office workers (30%) admit to having tried to gain access to a colleague’s device without their permission in the last 12 months.
businessplus.ie
August 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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💰 Modern heists aren't about vaults & getaway cars — they're on your screen.
NatWest faces 100M cyber-attacks/month.
Tech alone isn't enough — you...
#CyberSecurity #HumanFirewall #ZeroTrust #CyberThreats

https://www.techradar.com/pro/dont-stop-at-basic-protections-make-ongoing-training-a-priority
Don't stop at basic protections; make ongoing training a priority
As technology evolves at a rapid pace, companies must keep up with advancements made by cyber-attackers
www.techradar.com
August 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
itdotie.bsky.social
🎶 And now the end is near... Windows 10 support ends on 14th October 2025. Don't delay – make the move to Windows 11 today!

Talk to our experts - [email protected]
#Windows10EOL #Win10eol #Windows10 #Windows11 #Microsoft
August 12, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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Did you know... the first email spam message was sent in 1978? Ensure your inbox stays safe. Contact us at [email protected].
Cyber Security | IT.ie https://it.ie/cyber-security/
August 10, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Is your in-house IT team feeling the pressure? 😰
Managed IT Services give you expert support, 24/7 monitoring & room to grow—without the overhead.
Discover the smarter choice for Irish SMEs 👇
https://it.ie/in-house-vs-managed-it-services-whats-right-for-your-business/
#ManagedIT #SMEs #ITSupport
In-House vs Managed IT Services – What’s Right for Your Business? | IT.ie
Trying to decide between in-house IT and managed IT services? Discover the pros and cons of each approach to help you choose the right solution for your growing business.
it.ie
July 30, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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🚨 Windows 10 End of Life Alert! 🚨 Is your business prepared for the transition?

Ready to upgrade? Talk to us: [email protected]

https://it.ie/windows-10-end-of-life-is-your-business-ready/
#Windows10EOL #BusinessUpgrade
Windows 10 End Of Life: Is Your Business Ready? | IT.ie
John Grennan October 14, 2024 On 14th October 2025, Windows 10, the much-loved operating system will reach its End of Life (EOL), meaning it will no longer ...
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July 15, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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Did you know... weak passwords are responsible for 81% of hacking-related breaches? Strengthen your defences now. Contact us at [email protected].
Cyber Security | IT.ie https://it.ie/cyber-security/
July 12, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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🚨 Data breach at Paddy Power & Betfair affecting up to 800k customers in Ireland & the UK

https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/07/09/up-to-800000-betfair-and-paddy-power-customers-hit-by-data-breach

#DateBreach #PaddyPower #BetFair #CyberSecurity
Up to 800,000 Betfair and Paddy Power customers hit by data breach
A third party gained access to “limited betting account information” including IP and email addresses
www.irishtimes.com
July 10, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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From today, any SMS sent from an unregistered sender will be labelled "Likely Scam" – and by 3 October, they'll be blocked entirely 🚫.
#TextScams #ScamAlert #ComReg #ConsumerProtection #Ireland #StaySafeOnline
https://www.rte.ie/news/2025/0703/1521541-text-scams/
New 'likely scam' tag for texts comes into effect
A new 'likely scam' label will from today be added to text messages which mobile phone users receive from companies or organisations that have not yet registered with the Commission for Communications Regulation, in a bid to protect mobile users from falling victim to scams.
www.rte.ie
July 3, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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🚨 Windows 10 users: time is running out! Microsoft warns you're not on the "right side of risk" if you don't upgrade to Windows 11 ahead of support expiry on Oct 14, 2025.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydZS8lxS288&t=30s
#Windows11 #CyberSecurity #Windows10EOL
Right side of risk | Windows 11 Pro and Intel
Windows 10 support ends October 14. Stay on the right side of risk—upgrade now to the power of Windows 11 Pro PCs with Intel vPro®.
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June 13, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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The Future of Identity Security Explore how #Microsoft #Entra ID is leading the way in this post from the back in January. https://it.ie/what-is-microsoft-entra-id-a-guide-to-microsoft-identity-security/
#SecuritySolutions #Microsoft365
What is Microsoft Entra ID? A Guide to Microsoft Identity Security | IT.ie
Discover Microsoft Entra ID, the evolution of Azure AD. Learn about its key features, security benefits, licensing options, and how it enhances identity protection in a Zero Trust framework.
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June 9, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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🚀 Microsoft Teams May 2025 updates:

🔹Enhanced Snap Layouts for better window management
🔹 Improved zoom controls
🔹 AI agents can now join meetings
🔹 Chat while screen sharing

https://www.xda-developers.com/microsoft-teams-features-may-2025/
#MicrosoftTeams #Productivity #AI #Collaboration
Here are all the new features Microsoft added to Teams in May 2025
You can now invite AI agents to your meetings without the organizer knowing about it.
www.xda-developers.com
May 31, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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One vendor. Two powerful bundles. Zero chaos.

CyberProtect simplifies your security so you can get back to business. 📩 [email protected]

https://it.ie/break-free-from-digital-debt-reclaim-control-with-cyberprotect/
#CyberProtect #DigitalDebt
May 15, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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Worried your data was part of the M&S cyber-attack? 🛡️

✔️ Watch for phishing emails or scam calls
✔️ Change your M&S password (and others if reused)
✔️ Ena...
#CyberSecurity #DataBreach #MandSBraech
https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0513/1512555-m-s-customer-information-taken-in-cyber-attack/
M&S says customer information was taken in cyber attack
Retailer Marks & Spencer said today that some personal customer information was taken in the cyber attack that has crippled its online operation for more than three weeks.
www.rte.ie
May 14, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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Did you know... updating your software regularly can prevent up to 85% of targeted cyberattacks? Stay secure with IT.ie. Contact us at [email protected].
Cyber Security | IT.ie https://it.ie/cyber-security/
#SoftwareUpdates #CyberHygiene #DataSecurity
May 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Meet your new AI assistant – Microsoft 365 Copilot 🤖

From Outlook to Excel, Teams to Word – boost your productivity across the board.

Got questions? Drop us a line 👉 [email protected]

#Copilot #Microsoft365 #AI #TechTips #Productivity #ITie
May 7, 2025 at 9:53 AM