When businesses become further established and credible within their community, the conversations of increasing security measures, budgeting, and overall work morale begin to initiate for further discussion. Understandably, maintaining a growing business can be challenging and shifting your priorities, sometimes causing the complacent “My business won’t get hacked, I’m safe it won’t happen to me.” This type of thinking can backfire especially if you’re not paying close enough attention - there is no "Security by Obscurity"! At the end of the day, we have all been there and sometimes had to pay for the consequences.
Since there are so many aspects to a business that can pull you in several directions at once it’s hard to pinpoint where to begin conversations on cybersecurity needs. That’s where Ekaru comes in to provide you with the best IT solutions in the Boston Massachusetts area. To make informed decisions about your cybersecurity needs aligned within your budget.
Technology Advisor Blog
Choosing the Right MSP For Your Businesses Needs-Why Ekaru Is a Great Fit
Posted by Sarah Carroll on 10/3/25 12:14 PM
Tags: small business, responsiveness, Monitoring, support, small business technology advice., cybersecurity, online safety, Cybersecurity, Social Media, Cybersecurity Awareness Training
Understanding Quit Claim Deed Fraud: FBI Boston Steps In as Scams Escalate
Posted by Sarah Carroll on 4/4/25 12:28 PM
Happy April and Spring to all! We have made it through another New England winter. The April showers will eventually bring us May flowers.
For the month of April, Tax Scams are on the rise across the US. Locally, a more sinister scam is on the rise, leaving hundreds of folks devastated financially in its wake. The FBI has issued a warning urging property owners and Real estate agents of Quit Claim Deed fraud (home theft) to avoid losing their property right from under them.
Tags: cybersecurity, cybersecurity training, online safety
No More Online Sales: Joann Fabrics Warns Customers of Website Scams
Posted by Sarah Carroll on 3/21/25 11:13 AM
For many that are local with us, we share the news of Joann Fabrics, a beloved brand in the fabric and crafting world, filed for bankruptcy in February 2025. After 82 years of serving creative minds across the United States, the company announced that it would be closing all its stores down for good. This marks the end of an era for a company that has been a staple in the crafting community for generations including friends, family and loved ones.
Read MoreTags: cybersecurity, online safety, WebsiteScams
Truth in Tech: What Local Businesses Need to Know About the FTC’s Crackdown on Fake Reviews
Posted by Ann Westerheim on 12/9/24 4:58 PM
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has implemented the Consumer Reviews and Testimonials Rule to combat deceptive practices in online reviews and endorsements. This new rule went into effect October 21, 2024.
Read MoreTags: small business, online safety, Artificial Intelligence