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Table of contentsWidespread AWS and Microsoft Outages Highlights the Scale of the RiskImpact on Public Sector ServicesThe Cost and Recovery ChallengeTrust and AccountabilityVulnerability of Centralised SystemsDDoS Attack on Microsoft AzureHigh-Risk Use and Microsoft’s Terms and ConditionsConclusion Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Relying heavily on large cloud providers like AWS and Microsoft has become a growingRead more

Social engineering attacks are not new, but they are thriving. In 2025, it’s one of the most widely used attack methods, not because it exploits code, but because it exploits people. As working habits shift and threat actors develop their skills, more businesses are finding themselves exposed to scams that look convincing, behave realistically, andRead more

Why More Businesses Are Moving On From ‘Cloud First’ For over a decade, “cloud first strategy” was the default IT approach. Move fast, lift and shift, modernise everything. But in 2025, the reality has caught up and many organisations are hitting pause. The narrative is changing. It’s no longer about being cloud first. It’s aboutRead more

Controlling costs while meeting sustainability targets is becoming a serious challenge for SMEs. But smart IT decisions can do both — help reduce overheads and support reducing the carbon footprint for businesses. Cloud migration, colocation, and hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) offer practical, cost-effective ways to modernise your systems, lower energy use, and improve long-term efficiency. Here’sRead more

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 will reach End of Life (EOL) on 14th October 2025. It might sound like something in the distant future, but if you’re still using Windows 10, now is the time to start preparing. What Does Windows 10 End of Life Mean for You? After 14th October 2025, Windows 10Read more

From predictive analytics to chatbots that don’t sound like robots, the promise of what AI could do is exciting. But in the rush to get ahead, some companies are making a dangerous trade-off: cutting cyber security budgets to fund AI projects. That’s a move that could cost far more than it saves. Cyber security isn’tRead more

Cyber criminals are adapting fast — and businesses that don’t stay ahead are finding out the hard way. This month’s cyber security news roundup shows a clear shift: supply chain cyber security risks are growing, scams are costing millions, and high-profile events like the recent M&S cyber incident are creating fresh opportunities for fraud. FromRead more

When people think of disasters, they usually picture something dramatic — floods, fires, or cyberattacks. But some of the most serious risks to business continuity fly under the radar. They’re slow, quiet, and often go unnoticed until systems fail, or operations grind to a halt. A failed patch that corrupts your CRM. A switch failureRead more

Contents: What is BCDR? Why Does it Matter? What Does Business Continuity Planning Actually Involve? BC vs DR – What’s the Difference? What Else Should You Consider? Final Thoughts FAQs If something went wrong in your business today—a cyberattack, a power cut, or even just someone accidentally deleting a critical file—how quickly could you bounceRead more

We’re living in a time where disruption can come from just about anywhere — and often without much warning. Whether it’s geopolitical unrest, cyberattacks, extreme weather, or supply chain issues, businesses in Scotland are facing a growing number of challenges that can throw operations off course. If the last few years have taught us anything,Read more

If you instinctively tick every CAPTCHA box without a second thought, you’re not alone. Many users have become ‘Click-Crazy’—clicking first and thinking later. But cybercriminals have caught on, and they’re using fake CAPTCHAs and Turnstile verifications to trick users into downloading malware. These attacks are increasingly sophisticated, often bypassing traditional security measures and leaving businessesRead more

Stuck with Outdated Systems and Technical Debt? You’re Not Alone If your business is still running on old, sluggish systems, you’re probably dealing with slow performance, rising costs, and security worries. It’s frustrating, but plenty of businesses find themselves in the same position—relying on ageing technology because upgrading feels like a massive, expensive disruption. TheRead more

Imagine this: you get an email from your boss asking you to process an urgent payment. It looks legitimate—same signature, same writing style—but something feels off. You double-check, and surprise! Your boss had no idea about it. That’s email fraud in action. And it happens more often than you’d think. Email is a massive partRead more

Microsoft has announced a 5% price increase for its annual commit plans paid monthly, starting from 1st April 2025. However, the change won’t take effect immediately – it applies at your next subscription renewal date, giving businesses some time to adjust. This change introduces a three-tier pricing structure, aimed at encouraging longer-term commitments: Annual Commit,Read more

Stepping into 2025, CrowdStrike has exposed alarming instances of malicious actors using fake job ads in elaborate scams. These schemes, which surged in 2024, aim to steal personal data and spread malware. With many job seekers embracing ‘new year, new you’ resolutions, this concerning trend is especially relevant as we start the year. Why CyberRead more