Review: Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 Projector

Posted in Commentary with tags on July 15, 2024 by itnerd

I have to admit that I didn’t know what to expect when Epson sent me the EpiqVision Mini EF12 Projector to review. But what I found was a very capable projector in a really compact size that allows you to take it anywhere so that you can stream your content anywhere. But before I get to the streaming part, let’s look at the projector:

Here’s a look at the business end of the projector.

This projector is tiny. I measured it to be 6.8 inches square 5.3 inches high. The fabric speaker enclosure with a logo that says that the sound is powered by Yamaha gives it a kind of retro vibe.

Connectivity is present and correct with the following:

  • 2 HDMI ports. One of which has eARC support.
  • 2 USB ports: one USB-A port and one mini USB port, the latter of which is for servicing only based on my Google searches.
  • A Kensington lock to prevent theft.
  • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

There’s also a power brick, a remote control, and a pair of AAA batteries for said remote control in the box as well.

In terms of resolution, this is an HD projector. So that is going to put off some who insist on 4K resolution. But here’s why you should consider this projector. For starters it’s powered by Android TV. It felt snappy navigating through menus and starting up apps. Plus it has ChromeCast built in which I can see how that can be useful. The second reason is the picture quality. The laser-powered picture is colourful and clear, with a distinct lack of blurring in fast-moving images. Mostly. I tried playing a game via this projector and that didn’t go so well because there was a significant amount of lag. But that was one of the few areas that I could get this projector to trip up. Watching the European Football Championship Final was fine.

You’re best to use this projector in an environment where it is roughly 80 inches or less from the screen. I say that because picture quality seemed to suffer for me when I got beyond 80 inches. What I found really cool was the fact that when you first turn it on, or moving it while switched on, it will auto-keystone. Plus there’s auto focus which will work better than any human trying to focus will. Both of those features will help to keep the picture sharp at all times. The EF12 is bright enough to project in a room that isn’t completely blacked out. Which given the fact that this projector puts out 1000 lumens is a big plus. The projector supports HDR and to test that, I ran a couple of HDR movies using Netflix on this projector. HDR content that is really dark isn’t going to wow you. In fact, I found some scenes to be way darker than the SDR version of the same content. But everything else that I tried was pretty great.

In terms of sound, speech and music are both clear and crisp. There’s honestly nothing to complain about with the Yamaha powered sound. And for bonus points you can use the projector as a Bluetooth speaker.

There only one thing that I should point out. And that is the fact that there’s no optical zoom. Which means that you have to move the projector back or forth to get the picture size that you want. It’s not a deal breaker by any means as I wonder how you could put optical zoom in a projector this small. But other than that, I really have nothing negative or quasi negative to say about this projector.

The EpiqVision Mini EF12 Projector is $1000 CDN. But if you look around, you can find it for less. Like I said at the start of this review, I wasn’t sure what I was expecting going into this review. But on the other side of this review I can say that I was impressed by this projector as it is small yet mighty.

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I’ve Said It Before And I Will Say It Again…. Bell Canada Needs To Fix Their Customer Service

Posted in Commentary with tags on July 14, 2024 by itnerd

Frequent readers will know that I will praise Bell for the tech that they offer customers. But at the same time, I will criticize them for their customer service. More specifically how bad it is. This isn’t a new complaint. But this story that popped up last week really highlights how bad Bell’s customer service is. The top line headline is that Bell has been ordered to pay a Montreal customer $1000 for bad customer service:

A Quebec Court judge has ordered Bell Canada to pay a Montreal customer $1,000 after ruling he was subject to a “Kafkaesque” experience while trying to cancel his satellite television plan.

In a recent ruling, Judge Luc Huppé denounced how the man was given the runaround after contacting Bell’s customer service in the spring of 2019.

“Requiring a customer to endure a 75-minute telephone conversation in order to resolve a problem that, on the surface, seems relatively simple creates undue inconvenience,” Huppé ruled.

If you read the details of what this customer went through, it really sounds horrific. No customer should ever have to go through that. And I have to admit that I have experienced Bell’s bad customer service first hand. So while I am horrified by the experience, I am not surprised. And I will repeat something that I have previously said in the when I had my rather bad customer experience: 

If I were Mirko Bibic the CEO of Bell, I’d be doing everything possible to improve the customer experience as my experience with their call centre reps was not that good. And improving the customer experience should include ending their practice of outsourcing and offshoring their customer service staff. I say that because Rogers doesn’t have outsourced and offshore staff, and their customer experience is far better than Bell’s. And that was enough for my wife and I to hang in with them despite the fact that their Internet offering was substandard in comparison to what Bell offers. That was until their outage issues forced us to Bell. But to be clear, if Rogers somehow is able to get their act together and come up with an Internet offering that is actually competitive with Bell and actually reliable, and Rogers customer service continues to better than Bell, then they may have the means to lure us back. Because having great customer service is what matters. And right now, Bell doesn’t have that. At least not at the call centre level.

I am bringing my negative experience up because that experience was two years ago, which if you consider that this customer’s experience was in 2019 strongly suggests that Bell has not fixed anything when it comes to customer service. That really reflects poorly on Bell. And it’s beyond time that Bell actually start doing something about addressing their customer service issues. Because experiences like the one that this customer had should never, ever happen.

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Netgear To Users: Patch Your Routers ASAP

Posted in Commentary with tags on July 13, 2024 by itnerd

Router maker Netgear has posted an advisory that users of a pair of their routers should update the firmware of their routers ASAP to mitigate two flaws. The first one goes something like this:

NETGEAR has released fixes for a stored cross site scripting security vulnerability on the following product models:

  • XR1000 fixed in firmware version 1.0.0.72

NETGEAR strongly recommends that you download the latest firmware as soon as possible.

And the second one goes something like this:

NETGEAR has released fixes for an authentication bypass security vulnerability on the following product models:

  • CAX30 fixed in firmware version 2.2.2.2

NETGEAR strongly recommends that you download the latest firmware as soon as possible.

What’s interesting is that both of these documents also say this:

NETGEAR is not responsible for any consequences that could have been avoided by following the recommendations in this notification.

That says to me that these vulnerabilities are serious, and are likely being exploited. Thus if you have either of these routers, it’s time to update them.

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Pretty Much Every AT&T Customer Has Had Their Data Stolen By Hackers

Posted in Commentary with tags , on July 12, 2024 by itnerd

If you’re a customer of AT&T, I have some really bad news for you. The telco announced that hackers have swiped data on pretty much all their customers:

We learned that AT&T customer data was illegally downloaded from our workspace on a third-party cloud platform. We started an investigation and engaged leading cybersecurity experts to help us determine the nature and scope of the issue. We have confirmed the access point has been secured.

Our investigation found that the downloaded data included phone call and text message records of nearly all of AT&T cellular customers from May 1, 2022 to October 31, 2022 as well as on January 2, 2023. These records identify other phone numbers that an AT&T wireless number interacted with during this time, including AT&T landline (home phone) customers. For a subset of the records, one or more cell site ID numbers associated with the interactions are also included.

At this time, we do not believe the data is publicly available. We continue to work with law enforcement in their efforts to arrest those involved. Based on information available to us, we understand that at least one person has been apprehended.

The thing that gets my attention is that this data was on a “third-party cloud platform”. After some hunting around I found this report from TechCrunch where it appears that AT&T has apparently become the latest victim of the Snowflake attacks that have been making the news lately. Ticketmaster for example is reportedly another victim of these Snowflake attacks.

Customers who are affect by this hack, and that to be clear is every AT&T customer, should expect this stolen data to be used to facilitate phishing and other attacks going forward. While AT&T does have a support article that details how you can protect yourself, the fact that all this data is out there is extraordinarily bad. And it will be bad for a long time to come.

UPDATE: John Gunn, CEO, Token had this to say:

This is what economists call a negative externality, the imposing of costs on a party, in this case ATT customers, as a direct effect of the actions of another party, in this case inadequate cybersecurity. The sudden rise in class action lawsuits where large groups of customers sue for huge sums of damages will likely soon be the remedy for this.

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Business Cost Savings: The End of Work-Life-Balance Travel Flexibility?

Posted in Commentary with tags on July 11, 2024 by itnerd

New SAP Concur data reveals that employees are increasingly likely to decline business travel if it does not fit around their personal schedules. Blended travel or bleisure, the trend of combining leisure and business travel, has gained popularity among business travellers, but recent cost-saving measures by companies threaten this balance. 

While working from anywhere or combining holidays with business trips may seem straightforward for employees, the reality for companies is more complex. As a result, company concerns about costs and sustainability can limit employees’ ability to fully embrace their flexible lifestyle. 

  1. Employee sentiment
  • 46% of Canadian business travellers report that their company is focused on meeting employees’ needs for flexible travel options above other priorities. However, around 30% indicated that their company is more focused on cutting travel costs. 
  • More than 30% of Canadian companies are reducing the ability for employees to work remotely, while travelling for pleasure or combining personal travel with business trips.
  • While a majority (66%) of Canadian business travellers stated that travel is critical for their career advancement, 20% of employees would decline a business trip if they couldn’t extend it for personal travel, and 24% would also refuse if they couldn’t make adjustments outside of company policy.
  1. The need for better travel policies 
  • Businesses have also reduced comfort-focused requests such as: 28% staying overnight to avoid long travel days, 25% paying more for non-stop flights, 27% using business or premium class, and opting for taxis or ride-shares instead of public transportation (29%).
  • These changes have resulted in 82% of business travellers booking extra time for their trip to prepare for unexpected travel disruptions — either at the beginning of their trip (38%), at the end of it (11%), or at both ends of the trip (32%) — which underscores the need for better travel policies.  
  1. The toss-up between sustainability and costs The balancing act between sustainability and cost management
  • 92% of Canadian business travellers have observed their companies cutting back on flexible travel allowances, including 68% whose companies have shifted away from allowing employees to pay to use more sustainable travel options. 
  • When it comes to business travel, companies are equally pursuing three priorities. Increased use of sustainable travel options is a top focus for 32% of travel managers, while meeting employees’ demands for flexible travel options is the top priority for 37% and cutting back on travel costs for 31%. This represents increased pressure on travel managers to handle multiple pressure points from the business and employees. 
  • Around 25% of travellers say their company prioritizes sustainable travel options, but 1 in 3 travel managers face difficulty booking travel as they are expected to provide more sustainable travel options without an adequate travel budget.

The full new SAP Concur research with all the findings is available here. 

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Ticket Heist fraud gang uses 700 domains to sell fake Olympics tickets

Posted in Commentary with tags on July 11, 2024 by itnerd

Quo Intelligence has put out a report detailing a massive fraud campaign run by a group known as Ticket Heist that has over 700 domain names is likely targeting Russian-speaking users looking to purchase tickets for the Summer Olympics in Paris among other events:

Our main takeaways and key findings in this article include:

  • As of July 2024, QuoIntelligence identified 708 domains linked with Ticket Heist campaign targeting mainly Russian-speaking individuals across the globe.
  • The Olympic Games Paris 2024 and UEFA EURO 2024 events are at the highest level of risk at the time of reporting given multiple domains part of Ticket Heist luring users into buying tickets from untrusted and unofficial platforms.
  • The impacts of such campaign are multifaceted, impacting both individuals and event organizers with financial losses, reputational damage and loss of trust.
  • The fraudulent ticket sales extend beyond sporting events to various activities, including musical festivals featuring famous musicians.

Rogier Fischer, CEO, Hadrian had this to say:

Major sporting events have always been the targets of cybercriminals, with motives ranging from the trivial to the critical, noted Rogier Fischer, CEO of Netherlands-based cybersecurity service Hadrian.”Hackers targeted the Winter Olympics 2018 in Pyeongchang, causing disruptions during the opening ceremony as retaliation for Russia’s ban due to doping, while in 2009, a hacker intercepted the Super Bowl XLIII broadcast, just to air inappropriate content,” he explained.In the case of large public events, we expect the organizers to enhance network security with regular audits, secure Wi-Fi networks, and multi-factor authentication etc. However, when it comes to scams like these, the real defence lies with the end user, he said.”Always use official sources for purchases, enable multi-factor authentication, and be cautious of unsolicited offers, ensuring you regularly check for unauthorized transactions. To spot fake offers, verify the URL, look for comprehensive contact information, assess website quality, search for reviews, and ensure the website accepts secure payment methods,” he suggested.

All of this is good advice as the only way that you can be caught out by one of these campaigns is to not be on your toes in terms of looking out for them.

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Guest Post: Employee Remote Job Seeking Is Going Up: Here’s How PDF and eSign Tools Can Help

Posted in Commentary on July 11, 2024 by itnerd

The shift toward remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic was unprecedented, and the trend shows little sign of reversing. As organizations transition to a predominantly remote workforce, efficient digital solutions have become indispensable. PDF and eSign tools, in particular, have proven essential for businesses across numerous sectors. 

These technologies are crucial in maintaining productivity, ensuring secure document handling, and streamlining workflows. Businesses focused on growth must understand how PDF and eSign tools integrate into the broader context of remote work, recognize their advantages, and examine the options. 

The statistics behind remote work

The Pew Research Center found that at the height of the pandemic, 71% of Americans who had jobs they could accomplish remotely worked exclusively from home. And according to a 2022 Gallup survey, 56% of all full-time U.S. employees have jobs that allow them to do just that. This accounts for approximately 70 million workers. Half of them have a hybrid work schedule, 30% work fully remotely, and 20% work entirely in-office.

As companies and employees continue to navigate the evolving work climate, the demand for remote jobs has surged. The search volume of terms like “remote work” and “remote hiring” has seen tremendous increases, with “remote hiring” up by 2,250% over the past five years. As of 2022, the Pew Research Center found that 78% of employees currently working remotely want to continue with this setup in the coming years, a 14% increase from 2020.

Challenges for businesses

Despite the advantages for employees, businesses remain wary of the ongoing work-from-home trend. Microsoft’s Work Trend Index reports that 85% of business leaders find it challenging to trust employee productivity in a hybrid work environment. Only 12% of business leaders have complete confidence in their employees’ productivity. 

This skepticism has led many companies to adopt employee monitoring technologies, including screen monitoring, keystroke logging, and facial recognition software. Gartner reports that the number of large corporations using such monitoring technology has doubled since the pandemic began, reaching 60%, with expectations to climb to 70% by 2024.

How PDF and eSign tools support remote employment

As remote jobs become more prevalent, efficient document management becomes increasingly important. Here is where PDF and eSign software come into play. Remote job seekers and companies in all sectors now rely on tools like Foxit PDF Editor and Foxit eSign to streamline document handling and increase productivity.

Simplified document management

Users may easily generate, edit, and distribute documents thanks to powerful tools such as Foxit PDF Editor. This software provides a comprehensive collection of functionality, such as text editing, annotation, and form filling, all required for any remote work configuration.

For example, remote workers in the manufacturing industry must manage various documents, including contracts, project plans, reports, and presentations. PDF solutions make these files more accessible and customizable, saving time on administrative procedures and allowing staff to focus on their primary responsibilities.

Enhanced collaboration

Collaboration is critical in a distant working environment. PDF solutions make seamless collaboration possible by allowing many users to see and change documents in real time. Comments, annotations, and version tracking are all features that help teams stay aligned and ensure everyone is on the same page.

Legal professionals value eSign solutions for simplifying the signing process by removing the need for physical signatures and reducing turnaround times. Foxit eSign is crucial in the legal sector as it enables secure and swift online document signing, facilitating the remote execution of agreements and contracts — essential for maintaining efficiency and compliance in legal operations.

Improved security

Security is a primary concern for businesses handling sensitive information in industries such as healthcare. PDF and eSign solutions provide robust security measures to safeguard documents from unauthorized access and modification. Password protection, encryption, and digital signatures guarantee that papers remain secure throughout their entire life cycle.

This also allows distant job seekers to safely communicate their personal information, such as resumes and application forms, with potential employers. For employers, it confirms that vital papers like employment contracts and financial records are safe from cyberattacks. 

Increased efficiency

PDF and eSign technologies automate many laborious operations, saving time and effort when managing documents. For example, eSign technologies eliminate the need to print, sign, scan, and mail papers, simplifying the process.

In the banking industry, this increased efficiency can significantly streamline loan approvals, account openings, and other customer transactions, reducing turnaround times and enhancing customer satisfaction. For employers, it may speed up the hiring process and onboarding new employees, ensuring they can contribute to the firm without delay.

The role of PDF and eSign tools in hybrid work

Hybrid work combines telecommuting and in-office tasks and requires adaptable technologies that can keep up with different work settings. PDF and eSign solutions will become increasingly vital as the trend toward hybrid work continues.

With 57% of remote employees considering a switch to a hybrid model and 21% leaving their jobs due to a lack of remote or hybrid opportunities, it’s crucial to have the right tools for these work environments. Here’s how PDF and eSign solutions support hybrid work models:

  • Flexibility and accessibility: Cloud-based solutions enable employees to see and manage documents from anywhere, including their homes and offices. This advantage ensures that individuals have the necessary tools to be productive regardless of where they are.
  • Consistency across platforms: Employees may work on documentation with their preferred devices, whether desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, or smartphones, without worrying about compatibility issues.
  • Streamlined workflows: Hybrid employment frequently requires transitioning between different places and working settings. PDF and eSign systems improve workflow efficiency by offering a consolidated document management program. This reduces the need for several tools, lowering the likelihood of errors and inconsistencies.

Choosing the right PDF and eSign tools

With the increased demand for remote and hybrid work solutions, selecting the appropriate PDF and eSign tools is critical. While Adobe has long been popular, rivals such as Foxit PDF Editor and Foxit eSign provide robust capabilities at affordable prices. 

G2 is a well-known source for in-depth product reviews, providing objective and thorough evaluations of various applications and solutions. Their reviewers’ knowledge and feedback guarantee that users can make sound judgments based on accurate data.

User-friendly interface

A practical user interface (UI) guarantees that applications are usable and efficient by users of all skill levels. A well-designed UI can shorten the learning curve, allowing new users to master the tool without additional training. This is especially valuable in a remote or hybrid work setting with limited time and resources. 

A user-friendly UI increases productivity by allowing workers to use the software easily, accomplish activities more quickly, and reduce errors. A pleasant user experience can lead to increased satisfaction and loyalty because users are more inclined to continue with software that is simple and enjoyable to use. 

What G2 reviewers are saying: “Foxit PDF Editor is a game-changer in the realm of PDF editing. Its intuitive interface, efficient tools, and robust collaboration features make it stand out.”

Comprehensive features

Comprehensive features in software tools allow users to complete a variety of tasks without the need for additional apps. A powerful PDF editor can handle everything from basic edits and annotations to complex form development and digital signatures. This all-in-one solution saves time and resources by removing the need to move between many tools, which can disrupt workflow and slow productivity. 

A wide range of features within a single platform allows customers to satisfy various document management requirements, whether they’re working on routine tasks or specialized projects. For businesses, this means lower software expenses, simplified operations, and more productivity.

What G2 reviewers are saying: “Foxit PDF editor is super user-friendly and it covers all your PDF editing needs. It’s so easy to navigate and find the tools you need. Plus, it has a wide range of features that let you edit, annotate, and even convert PDFs. It’s definitely my go-to choice for PDF editing!”

Secure eSign solutions

Sensitive information, such as contracts, financial records, and personal data, is often contained within documents, making them prime targets for unauthorized access and cyberattacks. A robust security framework confirms that files are safe through encryption, secure e-signature capabilities, and access controls. 

This protection is vital to maintaining client trust, ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, and preventing financial loss due to data breaches. High-security standards help safeguard intellectual property, keeping proprietary information out of competitors’ hands. 

What G2 reviewers are saying: “I’ve been using Foxit PDF for a while now, and honestly, it’s been a game-changer for me. Editing and converting PDFs is a breeze, and the security features give me the confidence that my documents are safe.”

As the number of remote job searchers increases, so does the need for effective document management solutions. PDF and eSign products, such as Foxit PDF Editor and Foxit eSign, offer the flexibility, security, and efficiency required to empower remote and hybrid work environments.

These solutions enable remote workers and enterprises to navigate the changing workplace landscape by simplifying document management, increasing communication, and strengthening security. As remote and hybrid work trends continue, using the correct PDF and eSign solutions will be critical for staying productive and competitive. 

Get a free trial of Foxit PDF Editor and eSign today to keep your remote and hybrid work on track.

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Dasera Releases The State of Data Risk Management 2024 Report

Posted in Commentary with tags on July 11, 2024 by itnerd

Dasera today announced the release of The State of Data Risk Management 2024 report. The report unveils a significant disconnect between perceived and actual data security, with 63% of organizations believing their security measures are effective despite a record-breaking number of data breaches in the last year.

Dasera researchers analyzed how data risk perceptions and actual preparedness against breaches fluctuate across different industries and uncovered the nuances of data security ratings and an organization’s tangible preparedness for cybersecurity threats.

Key Findings:

Data Security Challenges 

  • Top Threat Concerns: The top four threats concerning organizations are data breaches, ransomware, insider threats, and misconfigurations.
  • Compliance Efforts: 72% of organizations use audits, in-house legal teams, compliance software, and external consultants to ensure compliance.
  • Perceived Effectiveness: Most organizations view their data security strategy as effective, with 44% considering it somewhat effective and 19% rating it as very effective.

Adoption of Data Governance Tools

  • Data Cataloging Tools: 27% of organizations have implemented data cataloging tools reflecting proactive data management and security measures.
  • Data Hosting and Storage: 50% of data stores are cloud data platforms, signifying substantial cloud service adoption for data management.
  • Monitoring and Access Control: 60% of organizations implemented a role-based access control system, showing the need for structured access management.
  • Data Usage Tracking: 38% use manual and automated processes to classify sensitive data, showing the importance of accurate data categorization in enhancing security.
  • Data Tagging and Security Principles: 58% describe their approach as effective, underscoring challenges in enforcing minimal access rights to secure sensitive data.

Industry-Specific Insights

  • High Confidence: Information Technology and Financial Services show the most confidence in their data security strategies. 
  • Challenges: The government sector faces more challenges and less confidence in its data security measures.
  • Unique Observation: Interestingly, healthcare is the only industry where no organization rated its data security strategy ineffective.

The survey underscores the importance of adopting integrated and automated data security strategies to address significant challenges. The prevalence of manual, homegrown, often undefined processes and a lack of awareness and understanding among executives and departments highlight the critical need for strategic alignment and automation in data security.

To effectively navigate the complex and evolving data risk landscape, Dasera advises organizations to implement comprehensive discovery and classification, adopt a holistic data governance framework, leverage advanced monitoring and analysis tools, prioritize risk management and compliance, educate and train staff, embrace a zero-trust security model, and optimize security investments with scalable solutions.

To download the full report, visit https://resources.dasera.com/the-state-of-data-risk-management-2024-report.

Methodology

Dasera surveyed over 300 respondents from various sectors, including education, professional services, information technology, government, health and life sciences, and financial services. Larger organizations, particularly those in financial services and health and life sciences, rated their data security and governance practices more positively. In contrast, education and more minor organizations encountered more challenges, resulting in lower ratings. Despite high confidence levels reported amongst specific sectors, 2023 breach data from sources such as the Verizon Data Breach Report, Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), Kroll’s 2023 Data Breach Outlook Report, and Firewall Times report a record-breaking year for breaches, showing an apparent discrepancy between security breaches and an organization’s perception of its security posture.

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Equinix Canada Appoints Marc Mondésir as Managing Director

Posted in Commentary with tags on July 10, 2024 by itnerd

 Equinix, Inc. today announced the appointment of Marc Mondésir as Managing Director for Equinix Canada, effective July 8. Mondésir brings more than 20 years of experience building and empowering diverse teams to drive organizational transformation and growth. He has served in strategic leadership roles most recently at Microsoft and Dell. Andrew Eppich, long-time Equinix Canada leader, will transition to the role of Vice-President of Sales leading the sales function across Canada.  

As Managing Director, Mondésir will be responsible for leading and driving the growth of Equinix Canada. This includes leading the cohesive cross-Canada team to ensure alignment with global strategy, drive growth, develop interconnection hubs and build deeper and broader ecosystems in an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, they belong, and that they matter. 

Most recently, Mondésir served as General Manager of Microsoft Canada’s Consulting Services. In this role, he was responsible for leading the team to help customers bridge their tech adoption gaps through deep industry capabilities and delivery excellence. This included leading Microsoft Canada’s GTM transformation; delivering consistent market revenue growth and enabling impactful culture transformation through the company’s employee resource groups’ leadership and allyship.  

Before joining Microsoft in 2021, Mondésir spent 14 years at Dell Canada in progressive leadership roles, including Country Leader and General Manager, Professional Services, and Director of Sales for Medium Business across Central and Eastern Canada including the Quebec market. 

Mondésir is passionate about solving complex problems by harnessing diverse teams, fueled by his advocacy of DE&I. He is an active mentor within the Black Professionals in Tech Networks and currently serves as a Board Advisor for property management technology start-up, Ananest’s Executive Leadership Team, consulting on Growth, Leadership & Culture. He studied communications at York and Ottawa University and holds an MBA from Queen’s University.  

Andrew Eppich has served as Managing Director since the Equinix’s Canadian expansion in 2020 and led the establishment of 15 data centres across 8 metros across the country. As Managing Director, Andrew helped cultivate the incredible, diverse culture and unique magic that Equinix Canada is known for, including recognition as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces for 2024®, as well as one of the Best Workplaces for Women and Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness. Now, Andrew will transition to the role of Vice President of Sales for Canada, leveraging his deep understanding of the local business and passion for sales to accelerate the company’s growth and success in Canada. 

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Threat Analyst Finds Phishing Attacks on State and Local Governments Surge 360% Ahead of Elections

Posted in Commentary with tags on July 10, 2024 by itnerd

Mike Britton, CISO from Abnormal Security, has released the firm’s newest research report which delves into the state of cyber attacks on state and local governments ahead of major elections.

According to the report, “Between May 2023 and May 2024, public sector organizations experienced an astounding 360% growth in phishing attacks. While phishing tends to consistently increase each year and regularly accounts for the majority of advanced threats, this level of growth is extraordinary.”

The report can be found here: https://abnormalsecurity.com/blog/state-and-local-government-email-attack-trends

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