EMPIST Tech Talk Weekly Newsletter: Monday, September 30, 2019


EMPIST Tech Talk Weekly Newsletter

Got Tech Talk? It’s time to start the work week! Tune in for this week’s tech news, marketing updates, latest projects, and more.  

This Week’s Top Tech News

This Apple has bugs. Recently, Apple sent out a warning regarding its iOS 13 and iPadOS. This announcement stated that a bug could be unintentionally granting full access to third-party keyboards. The biggest concern is that this bug could allow access, even without permission. Apple has commented this bug will be resolved in the next software update and has no effect on the iOS in-built keyboard. Read the full story >> 

The EMPIST Blog

Who Has Access to the Data on Your Network? 

So, your data is stored in the cloud…  

But do you know who has access to it?   

For those already accustomed to the tangible, in-person security afforded by servers and hard drives, entrusting your data to the great unknown of the cloud can feel like a pretty risky move.   

And if we’re being honest, it’s not like that apprehension is completely unfounded, either.   

But just like with any other cutting-edge piece of tech, while there are certain risks to adopting cloud storage, much of your misgivings about cloud security could easily be assuaged by a little bit of background info.   

It’s time to calm those nerves. Read the blog to find out what you need to know about protecting your data in-cloud. Read the blog >> 

Tech Tip of the Week

From the EMPIST Help Desk 

Do you practice physical cybersecurity? Be aware of what you’re plugging into your computer/devices. Malware can be transferred through infected hard drives, flash drives, smartphones, and more. 

Technically Joking  

How do you get a computer drunk?  

Answer: With a screenshot of tequila  

What’s Happening in Digital Marketing? 

Chipotle had a hard comeback from its string of food safety issues back in 2015. Now fully recovered, Chipotle is more successful than ever. But how did they do it? Key players in the Chipotle franchise stated that it was when the company was struggling that they gained the best insight. So, Chipotle embraced digital marketing with app deals, Twitter promos, delivery during the Super Bowl, BOGO offers, and more. In addition to this, the company started a “Behind the Foil” series that showed the awesome employees and fresh ingredients they cook with in the kitchen. Read the full story >> 

EMPIST Update 

Introducing Coffee with Kampas: Episode 1  

What happens to your business’s data in the event of a disaster? Grab yourself a coffee and tune in for the very first installment of Coffee with Kampas. EMPIST Founder & CEO John Kampas will be discussing the importance of Backup Disaster & Recovery as it pertains to both natural and man-made disasters. Watch now >>

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