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Email Spoofing: When the Message in Your Inbox Comes from You
This topic reminds me of that 1979 horror movie with the famous line, “The call is coming from inside the house!” ...
Identity Theft: The Major Cyber Threat to Mid-Sized Organizations
When we think about cybersecurity, we often picture firewalls, antivirus software, and ransomware protection—and yes,...
AI and Logic 101: Apple Exposes the “Genius” Myth
I have to admit—I found the results of a recent study on AI and logic pretty gratifying. It was presented by...
Zen and the Art of Cybersecurity Maintenance
When Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance came out in 1974, it felt like every grad student at Stanford had a...
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Ignore at Your Own Risk
I know I’m preaching to the choir here -- everyone understands that MFA is crucial. But here’s the thing: there’s...
Why OpenAI Made ChatGPT-5 More Personable
To be honest, I really didn’t notice any difference when ChatGPT-5 was propagated. But a lot of users did notice. ...
Understanding (and Overcoming) AI Adoption Fears
As a member of an “older” generation, I know too well the trepidation of being introduced to new technology. (For the...
The Impact of DOGE Cuts to CISA and Organizational Cybersecurity
In recent months, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has faced significant workforce...
Digital Agriculture: Déjà Vu or the Real Deal?
When I first stepped into the world of international agriculture in the 1980s, there was a real sense of...
Microsoft Copilot Enhanced Image Generation
Microsoft will begin rolling out enhanced image generation capabilities within Copilot this month. Microsoft has...
The Nonprofit IT Leader’s Survival Guide 2025
Across the board, IT leaders are saying the same thing: it’s time to stop patching and start upgrading. With demand...
ChatGPT-5: From Wow to “Hmm” in 60 Seconds
Critics argue GPT-5’s professional polish hides deeper shortcomings. While OpenAI promotes safety and accuracy gains,...
AI and Your Brain: The Hidden Cost of AI Writing Tools
As CEO of CGNET, I’m constantly scanning the horizon for technologies that can improve both our work and our quality...
Cybersecurity Meets the Art of War: Why Sun Tzu Still Wins in the Digital Age
Ever since I wrote Zen and the Art of Cybersecurity, I’ve kept an eye out for other Eastern philosophies that could...
AI Scams Are Getting Smarter – Is Your Nonprofit Ready?
At CGNET, we’ve seen a spike in calls lately - nonprofits reporting scams that actually worked. In several cases, the...
Enhance Workplace Efficiency With These AI-Powered Tools
You’ve heard it from us before: AI-powered tools can significantly boost productivity and streamline daily tasks....
Test Your Cyber IQ – What’s Your Grade?
Cybersecurity is evolving fast, and understanding the key concepts is crucial for anyone working with technology. But...