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Tech Tips and Advice from the Experts at Dynamic Edge

Dynamic Edge is excited to announce the submission period for it’s 3rd Annual Women in STEM Scholarship is now open. This scholarship supporting diversity within the fields of science and technology launched in 2021 and will recur annually.

The financial award is open to high school seniors, undergraduates, and those pursuing technological certifications. Dynamic Edge will award $2,000 to each of two winners, one in Michigan and one in Tennessee. Applications for this scholarship are due May 10, 2023.
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Five Key Security Topics for your Cyber Insurance Application

To ensure the safety of your business’s data, small business owners must stay apprised of the latest IT security trends and threats.  Cyber insurance offers both financial protection and peace of mind, as long as your business qualifies for coverage at a reasonable rate.  When applying for a new cyber insurance policy or for a renewal, it’s important to understand the topics most important to insurers. Below, please find the five most important security topics insurers use when determining your qualifications and rates.
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Tax Season Phishing Scams Popping Up Again With A Vengeance

Psst!…..Forward this article to your accountants, legal counsel, or anyone else on your team working with W-2 data.

Late last week, we (along with many other security firms) identified a simple and recognizable phishing scam popping again on accountants and other folks working with W-2 forms.

The Problem With Phishing Emails This Year?

The scam is more complex and may confuse unsuspecting recipients. The most recent W-2 scam is more complicated than previous scams. After a first request for W-2 information (which contain sensitive information, including Social Security Numbers!), the scammer sends another spoofed email from a separate account following up on the first email—often confusing staff into divulging the requested documents.

While the IRS warns that this scam is targeted at individual consumers, security experts warn that scammer’s real target (and payload) are from businesses like yours!
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It’s the Passwords, Stupid

During Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign, attempting to keep messages laser-focused on the recession, strategist James Carville famously quipped, “It’s the economy, stupid.” The focus worked and Clinton unseated George H.W. Bush to become the 42nd President of the United States. While much current cybersecurity talk discusses paradigm shifts such as Zero Trust and other important topics, organizations ignore the simplest protections at their peril. Password vulnerabilities still represent the most common attack vector for hackers. This article describes the scary situation regarding password vulnerabilities, defines the five most common password attack methods, and identifies best practices for protecting both individuals and businesses from these threats.
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Top 3 Tech Threats for Small Business in 2023

As a challenging fiscal year comes to an end – and with an uncertain short-term economic future – it is imperative for small and medium-sized businesses to maximize their investment in technology. Major threats, including a looming recession, cyberattacks, and a tight labor market, apply significant pressure on large businesses. For small and mid-sized organizations, leveraging tech could be the difference between survival and extinction. This article identifies solutions by which small businesses can respond to each threat proactively and not only survive, but also prosper.
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This year, the candidates were asked to write about their favorite tech invention of the past 10 years while also sharing their goals as a Dynamic Woman in STEM. The winners of the Dynamic Edge Women in STEM Scholarship 2022 are Rachel Todromovich from Michigan and Averie Kulbeda from Tennessee.
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