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New National Cyber Strategy Released, Declares Ransomware a Threat to National Security and Looks to Shift Liability

RSPA Retail IT Channel KPI Study 2023 Reveals Record-High Transition to as-a-Service

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US Economy: Inflation Stays High, Recession Needed for Target, Tech Wages Drop

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US Copyright Office Rules Against Copyright Protection for Generated Content by AI

The FTC weighs in

All those juicy product updates

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Prompt Engineering is becoming a thing

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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Three things to know today

CISA Executive Director Brandon Wales links rise of ransomware to insurance companies, as costs soar for combating cyber threats

Addigy's State of the Apple Device Management Industry Report reveals 30% YoY growth for MSPs

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GoTo launches new RMM features and free offering for GoTo Resolve

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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For over 25 years Bryant has held responsibilities as an entrepreneur and senior executive in all aspects of risk management including thought leadership in the area of cyber security, award winning development of security solutions, managing large global enterprises.

Bryant has held executive leadership positions in multinational consulting firms and been involved in several startups. Recently he was the Chief Security Officer for CSC’s Financial Services Group securing 143 applications in 52 countries. Currently Bryant is the Chief Security Officer of Leapfrog Services. In that capacity he and his team assist clients with complete security programs from strategy, governance and operations. acting as CSO to help manage risk with our “Ring of Security” methodology.

Bryant has served in several leadership positions across the security industry including the Department of Homeland Security Sector Coordinating Council, ISSA, ISACA and InfraGard National Members Alliance board member and vice president. He is recognized as a Distinguished Fellow by the Ponemon Institute, the industry’s leading research organization. Bryant has published several books and articles on cyber security topics and has received several awards including “Governor’s Office of Homeland Security Award for Exceptional Contribution in Recognition of Outstanding Support of Tennessee’s Counter Terrorism Program.

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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Companies report success with four-day workweek trial, citing benefits to employee well-being and business revenue

Linux comes to Apple Silicon Macs

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The results are in for Okta’s Business at Work Report: which category leads?

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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Twitter to stop sending login code texts to non-paying users by March 20th

Vanderbilt University Apologizes for Using AI Chatbot to Address Students After Shooting

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EU to propose new law to improve GDPR enforcement by national regulators

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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Two things to know today

Microsoft sets conversation limits on Bing and OpenAI allows user customization for ChatGPT

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Tenable adds Cyber Insurance Report and partners on referral program

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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Three things to know today

Good news for US economy: January retail sales up 3%, Latino-owned businesses lead

TechAisle Survey Reveals Crucial Security Trends for SMBs and Midmarket, Including Zero Trust Challenges and Cloud Security Risks

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Microsoft and Parallels, Intune’s expansion, and new Teams

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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With over 35 years of experience in IT, 30 years in Leadership and a dozen years in the interpersonal workspace, James Fair combines his love for IT and cybersecurity along with his passion for Leadership development. Having started as an entry level technician and worked his way through every position to Senior Vice President, James offers a wealth of knowledge and experience in all facets of IT. Now James teaches other IT professionals and IT Leaders how to be their best. He believes in creating high-performance teams through people-first focused leadership. From corporate teams to individual coaching, James leads with passion and purpose.

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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Two things to know today

Bing's Unpredictable Chatbot Goes Wild: Microsoft Responds

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LinkedIn Report: 93% of Orgs Concerned About Retention

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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