Protecting Yourself from Cyber Threats While on Holiday We're more vulnerable than normal to hackers at this time of year. Unfortunately, the hackers know it and tend to be more aggressive.In the rush up to Christmas, there's normally so much to do that we're all that...
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What do Microsoft’s Upcoming 2025 Security Enhancements for Windows mean for you?
In response to the significant CrowdStrike meltdown last summer, which exposed some critical vulnerabilities in the Windows platform, Microsoft is set to introduce a series of further security updates in 2025. The meltdown, caused by a flawed update, led to widespread...
Webinar Replay: Practical AI – Turning your 365 data into a Copilot AI resource
Webinar - Practical AI - Turning your 365 data into a Copilot AI resource Harness the power of your data to achieve effective AI outcomes.Webinar Recap: Introduction: Scott Fennell welcomed attendees and introduced the webinar's focus on Microsoft Copilot and AI...
The End of an Era: Windows 10 Support is Ending – What You Need to Know.
October 14, 2025 marks the end of support for Windows 10. That’s a bit of a milestone. Windows 10 has been a reliable companion on our PCs at home and work for years. However, as with all good things, this era is coming to an end. So, what does this mean for you if...
Is your MS Teams vulnerable to this new hacker threat?
It has taken a while, but hackers have now figured out that they can target users via Teams chat. There are legitimate reasons to chat with external parties, but, as with all forms of digital communication, you need to be alert.CyberThreat Summary Researchers at...
Why most business IT projects fail – Don’t miss this crucial step.
There is one IT project factor that is overlooked all too often and it is costing businesses more than they realise. Implementing AI tools like Microsoft’s 365 Copilot might seem like a quick win for improving productivity, but without effective change management,...
The Implications of Using ChatGPT (free gen-AI tools): An instructive Case Study from Australia
Recent news from Australia In a recent investigation, the privacy regulator in the state of Victoria has imposed a ban on the use of ChatGPT within a government department. This case highlights the dual nature of Generative AI (GenAI) tools, which offer significant...
New reports in your Kinetics Portal
Thank you for the great feedback about our new client portal. Even so, we're not stopping there! We are already rolling out new capabilities to it. We're adding new reports, scheduled for availabilty in November. When you check your reports in the Client Portal,...
November AUCKLAND hands-on Copilot Workshop (Free)!
Join us for an interactive free session About the Workshop This workshop is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of Copilot and its myriad applications. Ben Fish, our in-house Copilot expert, will guide you through practical exercises and real-world...
Webinar Replay: Are you (really) insured for a cyber-attack Trends in cyber- insurance and what you can expect
Are you (really) insured for a cyber-attack? Learn the latest trends in cyber- insurance and what you can expect.The latest CertNZ data tells us that 43% of cyber-attacks in NZ were aimed at small business. Even worse is the number of businesses that cease trading as...