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The Weekly Tech News Update
After the deep freeze in Texas this winter, there has been a focus on backup energy sources considering the climate change concerns. Items such as backup diesel generators, Tesla powerwalls, and “prepper” shelters will be more heavily utilized for natural emergencies. You can expect that the future will be filled with energy storage options and microgrid innovations. Read the full story >>
The Weekly EMPIST Blog
HAFNIUM Targeting Microsoft Exchange Servers
Recently, Microsoft came out with information to help their customers understand the strategies used by HAFNIUM to attack the vulnerabilities of unpatched systems.
What Is HAFNIUM?
HAFNIUM typically targets entities in the U.S. across several business sectors, including law firms, infectious disease researchers, education organizations, policy think tanks, defense contractors, and NGOs. Read the blog >>
The Tech Talk Newsletter Tip
From the EMPIST Help Desk
Never have the “It won’t happen to me” attitude when it comes to cybercrime. The truth is if your business has an online presence, you are a target to hackers. Preparation is key!
The Tech Talk Trivia
Question: Before Super Mario Brothers became popular, Mario’s character was known by what name?
The Weekly Marketing Spotlight
Pizza Hut has launched a campaign known as “Newstalgia” with limited-edition pizza boxes that have QR codes for customers to scan and play an augmented reality (AR) version of the old school Pac-Man game. This is a creative way to blend nostalgia with today’s current technology! Read the full story >>
Trivia Answer: Jumpman.
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