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March Madness is Here and So is Our Full-Court Press in Cybersecurity

March Madness is all about preparation, strategy, and execution — and the same is true for cybersecurity in the age of AI. As threats accelerate,...

By: Zach Morrison
March 4, 2026

When AI Hallucinates: What ‘The Pitt’ Reveals About Cybersecurity and the Power of Human Oversight

AI-assisted tools promise efficiency in healthcare, but AI hallucinations can quietly introduce clinical and cybersecurity risk. As highlighted in The Pitt, human proof-checking and governance...

By: Zach Morrison
February 25, 2026

How to Mitigate AI Risk Without Killing Productivity: Part 3 of a 3-Part Series

Blocking AI isn’t a realistic strategy, and it won’t eliminate risk. The real solution is secure AI adoption paired with practical employee training that reduces...

By: Chris Gross
February 18, 2026

AI Risk from Outside the Business: Part 2 of a 3-Part Series

External AI risk isn’t hypothetical. Cybercriminals are already using AI to scale phishing, impersonation, and social engineering attacks that are harder than ever to detect....

By: Chris Gross
February 11, 2026

The Importance of Cybersecurity Training

Individuals have diverse learning styles. Some grasp instructions effortlessly with a single reading, while others thrive on visual or hands-on learning experiences. There is value...

By: Art Gross
December 8, 2023

End of Year Preparation

As the end of the year gets closer, it's not just the holiday season that demands our attention—it's also a crucial time for businesses to...

By: Art Gross
December 1, 2023

Breach Secure Now Appoints Tracie Crites as Chief Channel Officer

Cultivating Partnerships: Crites, Spearheads Channel Growth Breach Secure Now (BSN), a pioneering cybersecurity training and productivity company, proudly announces the appointment of Tracie Crites as...

By: Art Gross
November 7, 2023

The Growing Influence of AI on Phishing Emails

A recent report has unveiled a significant and concerning trend in cybersecurity. The report, compiled by SlashNext Threat Labs, reveals a staggering 1265% surge in...

By: Art Gross
November 3, 2023

Recognizing and Defending Against Deepfake Scams

Small businesses, just like large corporations, can fall victim to deceptive tactics. If you haven't yet heard about deepfake, read on and explore what these...

By: Art Gross
October 27, 2023

20 Years of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) has come a long way since its inception in 2004. Over the past two decades, it has evolved into a...

By: Art Gross
October 20, 2023

Recognizing and Avoiding Text Phishing Scams

Phishing scams have become increasingly sophisticated and prevalent. One form that has gained traction is text phishing, or "smishing" (SMS phishing). This involves sending fraudulent...

By: Art Gross
October 13, 2023

MGM Data Breach: A Reminder for Personal Cybersecurity

Technology permeates almost every aspect of our lives, and the security of our personal information is more crucial than ever. Recently the MGM data breach...

By: Art Gross
October 6, 2023

Lead the AI Talk With a Generative AI Certification for MSPs

AI adoption is happening—are you leading the conversation? Learn how BSN’s AI Certification helps MSPs stand out and guide clients with confidence....

By: Art Gross
June 26, 2025

Addressing Shadow AI Risks With Your AI Readiness Framework

AI is already in your clients' tools—are they protected? Discover how MSPs can lead with clarity, uncover risks, and guide clients toward safe AI use....

By: Nicole Kurtz
June 19, 2025

3 Conversations Every MSP Should Be Having with Clients About AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a future trend—it’s happening right now. Your clients are hearing about it in meetings, reading about it in the...

By: Art Gross
June 12, 2025

Lead the AI Conversation with BSN’s New MSP Certification

Breach Secure Now has launched the first-ever Generative AI Certification designed specifically for MSPs. This new certification program gives providers the tools to lead meaningful...

By: Art Gross
June 5, 2025

The AI Glass Ceiling: How Uncertainty Blocks Real Progress

Most surveys about AI in the workplace show two extremes: excitement or fear. But in reality, most people are somewhere in between. They’re curious, but...

By: Art Gross
May 21, 2025

Defend Against AI-Powered BEC With Your AI Readiness Framework

Cybercriminals just supercharged Business Email Compromise (BEC). With AI in the mix, these attacks are getting more sophisticated—and more convincing. That’s why it’s more important...

By: Art Gross
April 25, 2025

Ensuring AI Readiness with AIRIA: A Roadmap for MSPs

Explore how AIRIA enhances AI readiness for MSPs. Discover the transformative benefits of integrating generative AI with our webinar. Boost productivity and strategic alignment for...

By: Art Gross
April 10, 2025

Meeting AI with AI: How MSPs Can Stay Ahead of Evolving Cyber Threats

As we explore the rise of AI in cybersecurity and how Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are leveraging it not just for defense, we need to...

By: Art Gross
April 3, 2025

How to Create an Incident Response Plan

Data breaches are extremely common as technology continues to advance. Of those breaches, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are a favored target for cybercriminals. In...

By: Art Gross
March 20, 2019

But You Changed Your Password – So How Did This Happen?

Anna Jones is an employee of Your Financial Services, Inc. and has used LinkedIn since 1996. It’s been a great tool for listing her employment...

By: Art Gross
March 1, 2019

Employees: The #1 Cause of Data Breaches

As the multi-billion-dollar industry of cybercrime continues to thrive, employees remain the number one cause of cyber attacks. Despite cybercriminals relentlessly targeting and attacking organizations...

By: Art Gross
October 11, 2018

Breached Records to Skyrocket with SMBs as the Biggest Targets

A lot can happen in 5 years, and unfortunately, not always for the better. According to a recent report by Juniper Research, Cybercrime & the...

By: Art Gross
September 17, 2018

Phone-Based 2FA: Not so Secure After All

In a time where data breaches have become the norm, there is no such thing as exercising too much caution when it comes to protecting...

By: Art Gross
August 3, 2018

Exactis Database Leaks 340 Million Records of Personal Data

There is a good chance you’ve never heard of the major marketing and data aggregation company Exactis, but that doesn’t mean they don’t know you....

By: Art Gross
July 30, 2018

Fighting Costly Threats with Cybersecurity Awareness Training

Cybercrime causes $450B in damage annually. View our infographic to see the scale of the threat and why data breach prevention is vital for every...

By: Art Gross
February 20, 2018

Study finds that 30% of SMEs lack an incident response plan

Cybersecurity issues have become very prevalent in the modern era, making headlines with their disasters and fines associated with them. While it may seem obvious...

By: Art Gross
August 24, 2017

Human Aspect of Security

It can be so frustrating to try to convince people that we “know better” than they do. Especially when it comes to health or safety...

By: Art Gross
March 29, 2021

The Hacker Got Hacked

WeLeakInfo was a data breach site that offered paid subscriptions to users who could then access their searchable database which contained stolen records. This now...

By: Art Gross
March 21, 2021

A Sigh of Cyber Relief

The passing of the recent COVID-19 relief Bill last week includes funding that will be set aside to address cybersecurity concerns and a rise in...

By: Art Gross
March 15, 2021

Unemployment Scams

We tend to not ask too many questions and let things slide when we aren’t certain about the situation. Is that normal? Should that happen...

By: Art Gross
February 15, 2021

Heartbreak of a Different Kind

Dating or cultivating relationships is hard enough, let alone trying to do it successfully during a pandemic. You’re putting your heart in the hands of...

By: Art Gross
February 8, 2021

Degree of Awareness

This week a friend shared a story about her college-aged daughter Jane and her recent experience in finding a job. She is in graphic design...

By: Art Gross
February 1, 2021

Home Security

When establishing a safe environment at home, we put locks on the doors, latches on the gate, and home security systems that keep uninvited visitors...

By: Art Gross
December 7, 2020

Smart Appliances & Cybersecurity

And so, the season starts. Which one is it that we’re referring to? Cyber Monday, Black Friday, Prime Day…all of these sales tend to lean...

By: Art Gross
October 19, 2020

Breach Secure Now Recognized as Training Leader

Breach Secure Now, a leading cybersecurity training provider, has recently earned recognition as a training leader in the industry. This acknowledgment comes with high praise...

By: Art Gross
April 5, 2024

Streamline Work and Combat Information Overload

At Breach Secure Now, ongoing training is critical to strengthening a business’s cybersecurity posture. Informed employees make better decisions, including being aware of, and keeping...

By: Art Gross
March 29, 2024

Cybersecurity Training in Microsoft 365 & Google

Increase in Impersonation Scams According to recent findings by cybersecurity experts, in 2023 there has been a 53% surge in daily cyber threats that target...

By: Art Gross
March 22, 2024

Microsoft 365: The Importance of Using the Tools Effectively

Having the right tools at your disposal can make all the difference between being busy and being productive. Many businesses, if not most, use Microsoft...

By: Art Gross
March 15, 2024

Breach Secure Now’s Microsoft Teams Integration App

Working remotely, hybrid options, and busier lifestyles... Each of these is now the norm and sets the landscape for how we maintain our work and...

By: Art Gross
March 8, 2024

New Lineup: Cybersecurity Awareness Training and AI Readiness

Breach Secure Now is thrilled to announce a strategic revolution in our offering for our Managed Service Providers (MSPs) partners to build and expand upon...

By: Art Gross
March 1, 2024

Productivity Revolution: The Synergy of Cybersecurity and Efficiency

At Breach Secure Now, we've been thinking about and working on solutions that address the need for MSPs to lead their clients through the Productivity...

By: Art Gross
February 16, 2024

Tracie Crites Named to 2024 Channel Chiefs List

Breach Secure Now's Chief Channel Officer Tracie Crites has been named to CRN’s Channel Chiefs List for 2024! BSN is thrilled to announce that Tracie...

By: Art Gross
February 9, 2024

Combat Phishing with Breach Secure Now’s Training Solutions

You are familiar with phishing. You've taught your clients and colleagues to be on alert for fraudulent emails. But are you changing your approach to...

By: Art Gross
December 2, 2022

What is Deepfake

A deepfake is a portmanteau (more on that in a moment) of "deep learning" and "fake". What is a portmanteau? It is when you take...

By: Art Gross
October 26, 2022

MSP the Expert

Small businesses often make the mistake that they have to be cybersecurity experts to have strong security programs in place. Remind them that as their...

By: Art Gross
September 28, 2022

What Is a Botnet?

You may hear the word ‘bot’ used in conversations, especially around cybersecurity. But often we use it without really knowing exactly what it means or...

By: Art Gross
September 14, 2022

MSP: Leading by Example

As an MSP, your business is designed to serve your clients. That means fixing what breaks and preparing them for what might break. You encourage...

By: Art Gross
August 9, 2022

The Human Element

With regard to technology, the Human Race is in an actual race to have the latest products and solutions integrated into our lives. We will...

By: Art Gross
July 26, 2022

Summer Phishing

Remember when summertime meant easy days and more time to relax? In the hurriedness of today, those moments can feel like they are too far...

By: Art Gross
July 14, 2022

Annual Training Now on Mobile Devices

We are excited to announce that our annual training is now mobile device ready! Your clients can now complete their full training courses just as...

By: Art Gross
June 20, 2022

It’s Not the Tools, It’s Training That Sets MSPs Apart

Discover why leading MSPs focus less on adding tools—and more on training. Learn how ongoing education in cybersecurity, AI, and productivity helps clients get more...

By: Nicole Kurtz
July 18, 2025

Helping Clients See Real Results from AI Investments

Help clients use AI the right way. Learn how MSPs can guide smart adoption, avoid risks, and unlock real ROI through meaningful conversations....

By: Nicole Kurtz
July 11, 2025

Teach Clients to Think of AI Like an Intern

AI has quickly become one of the most exciting tools in the modern workplace. It's helping people save time, brainstorm better ideas, and eliminate repetitive...

By: Nicole Kurtz
July 1, 2025