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The results are in! Based on AI trends and how humans interact with technology, we were able to pull together the top 10 trends/ threats that are expecting to arrive in 2023.

Trends/ threats include:

• User awareness.
• Hacking into phones.
• "DeepFake".
• Phishing, phishing, and more phishing.
• AI to help combat cyberattacks.
• Healthcare and educational institutions will be under major attack.
• IoT devices (Internet of Things, aka, smart refrigerator/ Roku/ smart TV)
• Cloud attacks (remote workers becoming victims)
• Cars getting hacked
• Business email compromises

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Welcome to the Technology + Business podcast, AFTER HOURS.

These are more laid back episodes of Team CTS talking about what's happening in tech culture. From social media platforms to the relationship between users and technology, you'll hear our honest, unscripted, and raw reactions to what's happening around the world with tech.

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We get it.

Holiday shopping can be overwhelming and stressful. Between budgeting, pulling together a list of gifts, paranoid if a link is safe or not, and online ads... phew!

Today, we talked to Ben Jone, Director of Cyber Security, and he provided a few tips on how to be cyber safe during the holiday season when shopping online.

Everything between:

• Should you be using a credit card online or PayPal?
• What about Apple Pay/ Google Pay?
• What links should you trust?
• and more!

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Evaluating an IT budget is important for the longevity of your operational success. However, let's say you have zero clue in regards to what should be included in an IT budget- don't worry, this episode will help.

AJ Owen, Vice President of Central Technology Solutions, has met with many different business owners to collaborate on what an IT budget would work best for operational success according to their specific industry needs.

Now, although each industry is different, there's a commonality of best practices to maintain in an IT budget for small to medium sized businesses. This includes:

• Hardware
• Salary
• Maintaining updated cyber security software
• and more.

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Ben Jones, Director of Cyber Security and Compliance, talks about his passion during this episode. His passion and hobby is flying airplanes!

He gave us an inside look at what type of technology is used in aviation and we even discussed what the future of aviation will look like... here's a hint: Uber planes!

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Have you ever wondered if your child or grandchildren has encountered a bad actor online? What about cyberbullying or releasing personal information online?

Parents face the harsh reality that their kids will end up exploring the internet and could be exposed to cyber criminals with little to no education on how to remain safe online!

During this hour-long podcast with Adam Birgenheier from WatchGuard Technologies, we provide tips on:

• Educating your kids to be cyber-safe on social media.
• Why they shouldn't pick up unknown numbers on their phones.
• How easy it is to expose personal data online.
• Educational opportunities online for the entire family.
• Reconsidering bringing in smart devices into your home and around your kids.
• and so much more.

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What classifies your IT team or IT department to be considered "modern-day." They should be capable to undergo successful processes and procedures to either prevent, dismantle, and recover from cyber attacks.

The 6 fundamentals of cyber security is explained by our CEO, Tommy Vaughan III. He also explains how humans naturally already implement the 6 fundamentals throughout our lives.

Also, discover how to be cyber-fit to secure your business!

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Woody Watts from Watts Creative Studios joined us and discussed how small businesses can now do marketing easier than ever before because of the advancement of technology and it can all start with your phone.

Woody reveals the first four things he looks for when a small business reaches out for marketing services.

Between setting up a Google Business Profile to refining a business's website is up to date, he then reveals how easy it is for businesses to make content for themselves- as long as they remain consistent.

Check out the full length video on our YouTube Channel!

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Learn how access control and video surveillance can integrate with one another to enhance the security of your brick and mortar.

AJ Owen breaks down:

• How IT directors are getting involved with physical security.
• Why businesses should consider video surveillance and access control instead of only relying on an alarm.
• Why we chose to partner with Brivo for all of our access control customers.
• Learn more about AJ through a speed round.

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Mackenzie Ewing, Lead Growth Recruiter at GRSi, joins us in the studio to provide a recruiter's perspective on how to enhance our LinkedIn profile to maximize your reach when looking for a job. Sherri also chimes in to provide a few tips on how LinkedIn should be your #1 social media platform for B2B growth.

Learn how:

• Mackenzie and Sherri were reunited on LinkedIn.
• How to showcase you're looking for a job, without your employer knowing.
• Identify and improve your Social Selling Index score according to LinkedIn.
• and much more!

Access more content like this on our YouTube Channel: Central Technology Solutions. Share with your friends and let us know how you're implementing these tips!

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