Blog IBM Seeks Stronger AI Data Control for a More Secure AI Future February 9, 2026 by Vertical Axion Artificial intelligence continues to grow as part of daily business operations, and one issue keeps rising to the top: AI data control. Companies want the power of AI, but they also need to know where their data lives and who can access it. With regulations tightening and data breaches making headlines, keeping tight reins on […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Technology
Blog New n8n Vulnerability Puts Systems at Risk February 6, 2026 by Vertical Axion A recently discovered flaw in n8n has many business owners on edge, and for good reason. Tracked as CVE-2026-21858, the n8n vulnerability allows hackers to run code on self-hosted setups. If your business uses this tool to automate tasks like moving data between CRMs, email tools, or custom apps, this gap could let attackers slip […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Recent News Security
Blog Gmail Gets Smarter With AI Workplace Upgrades February 5, 2026 by Vertical Axion Google is giving Gmail a serious intelligence boost that could be a real time-saver for business owners and their teams. New AI workplace upgrades announced in January 2026 make Gmail feel like a personal assistant. Google is calling the upgrades “the Gemini era,” bringing smarter AI features to help you cut through the noise and […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Gmail Technology
Blog Classic Outlook Users Face Encrypted Email Bug February 4, 2026 by Vertical Axion If your team relies on secure communications, you can’t ignore the newly uncovered encrypted email bug in classic Outlook. A recent Microsoft security update to improve protection has unintentionally disrupted how users open encrypted emails. While Microsoft is working on a fix, the issue has already confused businesses that depend on email encryption to protect […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Security Technology
Blog AI May Not Be the Biggest Job Killer February 3, 2026 by Vertical Axion For the past year, headlines have warned that AI job loss is accelerating and that artificial intelligence is quietly replacing human workers. That narrative feels unsettling and hard to ignore. But new research from Oxford Economics suggests that the story may not be that simple. Despite widespread concern about workforce displacement, there’s still no evidence […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Technology Technology Tips
Blog Google Scales Back Android Source Code Updates February 2, 2026 by Vertical Axion If you follow Android closely, recent news likely caught your eye. Google is changing how often it releases Android source code updates, and it’s a bigger shift than it sounds at first. After nearly 20 years of quarterly public releases, Google is cutting Android Open Source Project (AOSP) code down to twice a year: one […] Read more » Android Business & Finance Business Advice Google
Blog Cisco Patches Flaw That Risked Sensitive Data January 31, 2026 by Vertical Axion Over the last few weeks, you may have noticed headlines or security advisories to the effect of “Cisco patches security flaw.” The company confirmed a medium-severity vulnerability in its Identity Services Engine (ISE) and ISE Passive Identity Connector (ISE-PIC) that could have exposed sensitive business data. These are key pieces that many companies use for […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Security Technology
Blog Turning Rapid Tech Change Into Small Business Growth January 30, 2026 by Vertical Axion Rapid technological changes mean small business growth isn’t just about working harder; it’s about working smarter. Artificial intelligence (AI) is leading the charge, giving modern U.S. small businesses a real shot at thriving amid headaches like inflation, supply chain snags, and hiring woes. Technology Is No Longer Optional Small business owners who embrace digital transformation […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Technology
Blog Defending Against Software Supply Chain Cyber Threats January 28, 2026 by Vertical Axion Software supply chain security has quickly become one of the biggest blind spots for businesses of all sizes. Software is assembled from an ecosystem of third-party libraries, open-source components, cloud services, and automated tools. That interconnected web creates real efficiency, but it also creates opportunity for cybercriminals. One weak link can give attackers a way […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Security
Blog U.S. Cybersecurity Pros Admit Role in BlackCat Attacks January 27, 2026 by Vertical Axion BlackCat cyberattacks have been making headlines again, but this time for a reason that hits uncomfortably close to home for business owners. In early November 2025, news broke that three U.S.-based cybersecurity professionals were suspected of secretly working as affiliates for the notorious ALPHV (BlackCat) ransomware group. More recently, two of those individuals pleaded guilty […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Recent News Security
