Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights

Ingram Micro Cyber Attack, Windows 11 Market Growth, and Cloudflare's AI Scraper Blockade


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Ingram Micro has suffered a significant ransomware attack attributed to the SafePay group, disrupting its systems and affecting deliveries across multiple regions. The attack, which is believed to have exploited vulnerabilities in the company's GlobalProtect virtual private network, has left its website and online ordering systems offline since July 5, 2025. SafePay claims to have accessed sensitive data, including financial information and customer records, and has demanded a ransom for data security. This incident highlights the fragility of the supply chain for IT providers, as Ingram Micro is a critical distributor relied upon by managed service providers (MSPs) and value-added resellers (VARs).

The podcast also discusses the recent shift in the desktop operating system market, with Windows 11 surpassing Windows 10 in market share. Despite this milestone, the adoption of Windows 11 has been slower than its predecessor due to stringent hardware requirements and a lack of consumer interest in upgrading. While the commercial sector is expected to see an increase in shipments as businesses transition to Windows 11, the consumer market remains weak, influenced by tariffs and inflation. Microsoft is preparing to offer extended support for Windows 10, allowing organizations to continue receiving critical updates as the end of support date approaches.

Flamingo has launched OpenMSP, a platform aimed at helping MSPs and managed security service providers reduce software costs through open-source tools and AI-driven margin analysis. This initiative comes as software licensing and technician salaries consume a significant portion of revenue for these service providers. Meanwhile, Cloudflare has announced measures to block AI web crawlers by default, addressing concerns over unauthorized content scraping. This move could lead to a new content licensing model for AI training, potentially creating new revenue streams for content-heavy clients.

The episode concludes with a tribute to Alan D. Weinberger, the founder of the ASCII group, who recently passed away. His contributions to the IT community and the establishment of a supportive network for MSPs are recognized as significant. The podcast emphasizes the importance of community in the technology-driven business landscape and encourages listeners to consider the human aspect of the industry. Additionally, it highlights the need for robust backup solutions, such as Comet Backup, to protect against potential disruptions in the face of increasing cyber threats.

 

 

Four things to know today

 

 

00:00 Global IT Distribution Disrupted: Ingram Micro Hit by SafePay Ransomware

04:05 Windows 11 Overtakes Windows 10, but PC Market Shows No Signs of a Consumer Upgrade Boom

08:55 MSPs Face New Decisions: Block AI Crawlers, Monetize Content, or Embrace Open Source?

14:01 ASCII Group Mourns Loss of Founder Who Championed MSPs for Four Decades

 

 

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