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From Sweden to Cork: An Erasmus Intern’s Web Journey
What happens when a talented Erasmus+ intern joins a rapidly growing cybersecurity company? In the case of NexGen Cyber and Swedish intern William Sjödin, the result was a win-win: a unified global website for the business and an invaluable first work experience for...
Cybersecurity Myths Debunked: What Small Businesses Need to Know
When you’re running a small business, it’s easy to assume that cyber threats are only a problem for big organisations with millions to lose… But the reality is quite different. With cyber criminals constantly evolving their tactics, misinformation can leave businesses...
Staying Cyber Secure During the Holidays
The festive season is a time for joy, celebration, and, for many businesses, a well-earned break. But while you’re busy decking the halls and enjoying mince pies, cybercriminals are hard at work. They know that during the holidays, businesses may let their guard down,...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to Secure Your Small Business
October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year’s theme, Secure Our World, couldn’t be more fitting, especially for small businesses here in the UK. Cybersecurity might sound like something only large organisations need to worry about, but in reality,...
Understanding the Role of Cybersecurity in Software Development
Cyber threats are increasingly growing in both their amount and sophistication, and ensuring the security of software systems is more important than ever. For SaaS businesses, implementing secure software development practices within a structured framework is...
The Critical Role of Security in SaaS
The Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) has been a cornerstone of software creation for decades, providing developers with structured models to build, test, and deploy applications. However, as cloud computing and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) have surged in...
10 Easy Steps to Building a Culture of Cyber Awareness
Cyberattacks are a constant threat in today's digital world. Phishing emails, malware downloads, and data breaches. They can cripple businesses and devastate personal lives. Employee error is the reason many threats get introduced to a business network. A...
A Simple Guide to the Updated NIST 2.0 Cybersecurity Framework
Staying ahead of threats is a challenge for organisations of all sizes. Reported global security incidents grew between February and March of 2024. They increased by 69.8%. It’s important to use a structured approach to cybersecurity. This helps to protect your...
Celebrating Global MSP Day: The Essential Role of Cybersecurity for MSPs
Celebrating Global MSP Day: The Essential Role of Cybersecurity for MSPs As we celebrate Global MSP Day, it’s crucial to recognise the evolving cybersecurity landscape and the essential role of cybersecurity for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). MSPs serve as the...
World Password Day: Strengthening CyberSecurity with Effective Password Management
It’s a known fact that Cyber threats are part of the digital world we live in and can cause detrimental issues such as data breaches, decreasing workflow, reputational damage and even bankruptcy. As cyberattacks become more sophisticated and rise in frequency we know...
Ask the experts! Featured article
In an era where technology plays a crucial role in our lives and businesses, cybersecurity has become a top priority. To shed light on the importance of IT security and the challenges faced by organisations today, we had the privilege of sitting down with Simon Rosemeyer, a cybersecurity expert and the founder of Nexgen Cyber, an IT security consultancy. In this interview, Simon shares his insights on the current cybersecurity landscape, the emerging trends and threats, and the steps businesses can take to mitigate risks and safeguard their digital assets. Read the full article here
