Frequently Asked Questions About M&A Technology Due Diligence Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are a staple in the business world. Companies merge or acquire others to expand their market reach, acquire unique technologies, or simply bolster their portfolio. In this environment, the importance of thorough due diligence can’t be understated, especially when it comes to technology. […]
M&A IT Due Diligence
The Russian founder of the now-defunct Bitzlato cryptocurrency exchange has pleaded guilty, nearly 11 months after he was arrested in Miami earlier this year. Anatoly Legkodymov (aka Anatolii Legkodymov, Gandalf, and Tolik), according to the U.S. Justice Department, admitted to operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business that enabled other criminal actors to launder their illicit proceeds. […]
Cyber NewsWhy You Shouldn’t Ignore Change Management Change is the only constant in life, as the saying goes, and this adage holds particularly true in today’s dynamic and fast-paced business landscape. In a world where technology evolves at lightning speed, markets fluctuate, and customer preferences shift rapidly, organizations must be agile and adaptable to survive and […]
Change ManagementWhy You Shouldn’t Ignore Vulnerability Assessments In the expansive world of cybersecurity, the term “vulnerability assessment” may sound like just another jargon phrase tossed around by IT professionals. But in truth, it stands as a critical frontline defense against threats that can compromise personal, corporate, or even national security. Here’s a dive into what vulnerability […]
Vulnerability Assessment
What’s going on? A cybercriminal group calling itself BlackSuit has claimed responsibility for a series of ransomware attacks, including breaches at schools in central Georgia. And earlier in the year, a zoo in Tampa Bay was targeted by the same hacking gang. Meanwhile, liberal arts college DePauw University in Indiana says that it was recently […]
Cyber NewsWhy You Shouldn’t Ignore Penetration Testing and Exploitation Assessments Have you ever seen a fortress with robust walls and assumed it’s impregnable? It’s tempting to believe that once a castle is built, its defenses are absolute. But as history shows, no fortress is truly invulnerable. In the same vein, no matter how advanced or sophisticated […]
Penetration Testing and Exploitation Assessment
It’s taken a while, but it finally looks like end-to-end encrypted conversations are going to become a reality for users of Facebook and Messenger. In a blog post, Loredana Crisan, Meta’s Head of Messenger, announced that the company has begun to roll out end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for personal chats and calls. The good news? Meta […]
Cyber NewsWhy You Shouldn’t Ignore Disaster Recovery Programs Imagine having built a stunning sandcastle right by the water’s edge. Hours of effort, meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every tower and turret stands proud. Now, imagine a sudden wave, washing away your creation in seconds. This might seem like a harmless event at the beach, but in […]
Disaster Recovery ProgramWhy You Shouldn’t Ignore Business Continuity Programs Imagine a major storm hits your city, causing widespread power outages. Or perhaps a cyberattack brings your company’s critical systems to a screeching halt. Situations like these can be detrimental to businesses, especially if there isn’t a well-thought-out plan in place. This is where Business Continuity Programs (BCPs) […]
Business Continuity Program