You may have noticed that while browsing the web, a prompt appears on the top of your screen that asks your permission to allow or block notifications from the site. These browser notifications or “push notifications” often appear on a mobile or desktop device when a...

Data Privacy Day: Here’s why you need to manage your personal information
Millions of people are unaware of and uninformed about how their personal information is being used, collected or shared in our digital society. Data Privacy Day occurs on January 28 annually and is led by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA). Its purpose is to...
Emerging Cyber Threats in 2021
The digital acceleration that occurred last year will continue to have far-reaching effects when it comes to cyber security. Security Boulevard predicts the global cost of cyber crime will reach $11 million per minute by 2021. According to the Identity Theft Resource...
Intact Insurance to Provide Cyberrisk Solutions Through Resilience Insurance
PLYMOUTH, Minn., Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions, the brand for Intact Financial Corporation's (TSX: IFC) U.S. insurance company subsidiaries, announced today its new cyber insurance solutions delivered in partnership with...
The Future of Connected Devices
Globally, the internet of Things (IoT) consumer market is anticipated to reach almost $1.6 trillion by 2025 according to Statista. Homes and buildings are increasingly utilizing smart technology to protect people and valuables, reduce energy costs, improve health and...
Securing Internet-Connected Devices in Healthcare
Healthcare data is an alluring target for cybercriminals. Electronic health records are valuable and can be used to file fraudulent health claims, obtain prescription drugs, and steal identities. The health records of newborns and toddlers are particularly lucrative...
Securing Devices for Remote Learning
With the return to school, reliance on virtual learning has created many challenges for students and parents. Although many schools have provided students school-approved technology, which provide security, some students may be using personal devices. It’s important...
Cybersecurity Awareness – If You Connect It, Protect It
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This year marks the 17th year of this initiative, co-led by the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCSA). This month we will be feature tips &...
Intact Participating in 2020 TechAssure Virtual Summit
The TechAssure Virtual summit begins today through October 21, and Intact Technology is excited to participate in the event. This year's summit is a completely immersive virtual event, where members can interact, network and exchange information. If you're joining, be...
Consent Phishing: Cyber Criminals Want More Than Your Password
Reliance on cloud services has increased in conjunction with the recent shift to remote work, education, and healthcare. Cloud computing allows data to be stored and accessed via the Internet rather than on a local computer. Use of cloud collaboration apps such as...