More Americans than ever are concerned about digital fraud. And there is a widespread perception that the problem is getting worse. Whether it’s a fake e-commerce shop that steals payment information, a crypto scam that sets you back six months’ worth of wages, or a ransomware attack that hijacks a company’s operations, cyber heists are […]

As criminals branch out, unexpected industries are becoming their new targets. We examined IBM’s “Cost of a Data Breach” research, grouping breach targets by year and industry to find that while the overall cost of breaches fell slightly in 2024, to $9.36 million, many industries once considered low-priority for hackers saw their costs increase.  Breach […]

This year, the cybersecurity workforce held steady at around 5.5 million workers — but the job vacancy rate increased 19%. To meet growing demand, the industry needs more than 10 million more professionals. Jobseekers won’t necessarily have to go to only the most famous cyber security hubs.  It’s true that places like San Francisco, New […]

From streaming to cloud storage, Americans are plugged in. We work, shop, stay connected, and relax thanks to digital services that offer up everything from our date-night streaming movies to the snacks we’ll eat while we watch. These services are an integral part of our lives. But are we becoming more dependent on the digital […]

Do you have the feeling digital scams are more pervasive than ever? If so, you’re not alone. More than half of Americans report they are more worried about digital scams this year than in years prior. What exactly is making the problem worse? Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most troubling factors in the […]

Every time you binge your favorite Netflix show or spend hours on Instagram, you’re relying on massive data centers that power these services — and as our appetite for digital content and services grows, so does the need to build more of them across America. These ‘digital warehouses’ keep our world running but come with […]