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Why Mobile-Friendly Websites Are Important

April 21, 2023  //  News From the Edge      , ,

Is Your Website Optimized For a Mobile Audience?

In today’s digital world, having a website that is mobile-friendly and uses responsive design is more important than ever before. With the increasing use of smartphones and tablets to access the internet, it’s essential that your website is optimized for mobile devices.
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Top 4 Ways for Businesses to Stay Safe During Tax Season

Written by: Mike Robins, COO, Dynamic Edge, Inc.
April 10, 2023  //  News From the Edge      ,
It’s everyone’s favorite time of the year – tax season! Jokes aside, cyber terrorists work hard to make April even worse with an increased volume of attacks and tricks designed to exploit a stressful time. This article describes why cyber terrorists love tax season, the most common forms of attack, and several practical recommendations to keep you and your employees safe.
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Is Your Website Ready For Google Analytics 4?

April 1, 2023  //  News From the Edge      ,

Google’s Universal Analytics Properties Will Stop Working on July 1st, 2023. Make Sure Your Website is Ready.

If you have been using Google Analytics for a while, you may be familiar with the Universal Analytics tracking code that has been in use since 2012. On July 1st, 2023, Google will be officially sunsetting Universal Analytics and replacing it with Google Analytics 4 (GA4), it’s newest Analytics offering which offers improved performance and reporting.
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Submissions Open for 2023 Dynamic Edge ‘Women in STEM’ Scholarship

March 20, 2023  //  News From the 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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Cyber Insurance

Five Key Security Topics for your Cyber Insurance Application

Written by: Mike Robins, COO, Dynamic Edge, Inc.
March 1, 2023  //  News From the Edge      ,
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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Phishing

Tax Season Phishing Scams Popping Up Again With A Vengeance

This article was originally published January 30, 2018
February 1, 2023  //  News From the Edge      ,

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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