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BYOD Security Best Practices

Bring Your Own Device, better known as BYOD, is when employees can use their personal devices on a company’s network to complete their work tasks. Companies sometimes prefer their employees to use their own devices because they save money on providing technology and resources. Despite this financial benefit, companies should recognize the security risks BYOD can bring to their employees and organizations.

Random but Memorable - Episode 13.2: Worst Computer Outage Apocalypse with Geoff White

What was the cause of the worst cyber event in history? In Watchtower Weekly, we unpack how a small bug in Crowdstrike software caused an outage apocalypse across the globe. Agony Aunt Roo also answers all your security woes in #Ask1Password. Plus, we welcome back friend-of-the-show Geoff White, for story time as he gives a peek into his latest book: Rinsed. Settle in, as Geoff reveals how much technology has revolutionized money laundering, from drug cartels washing their cash in Bitcoin to organized fraud gangs recruiting money mules on social media.

How To Educate Children About Online Password Safety

According to data from the Pew Research Center, over 33% of parents with children younger than 12 years old say their children started using digital devices before they were five years old. With children gaining access to technology at earlier ages than ever before, it is important to teach your children about online password safety. Password safety refers to the best practices of creating strong passwords and keeping them stored in a safe location.

Venmo Business Account Scams

Some common Venmo business account scams include fake payment invoice scams, overpayment scams, fraudulent Venmo support, business impersonation scams and phishing scams. If you are unfamiliar with Venmo, it is a mobile app used to send and receive money, similar to PayPal, Zelle or Cash App. If you already have a personal profile on Venmo, you can create a business profile to keep track of your transactions and give you more payment methods, including the option to receive tips.

How Much Information Can Someone Get From Your Email Address?

Your email address can reveal a substantial amount of personal information including your full name, phone number, home address, place of work, social media profiles and other online accounts. Keep reading to learn what information someone can get from your email address, whether your identity can be stolen and how to keep your email address safe.