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September 5, 2024 / September 5, 2024 by Vertical Axion
If you have a smartwatch on your wrist, you’re not alone: Millions of people wear watches that do much more than tell time. Smartwatches can help communicate, find information, and monitor your health with sensors that measure everything from how many steps you take daily to noise levels in your environment. As the capabilities of […]
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September 4, 2024 / September 4, 2024 by Vertical Axion
While much of the discussion of digital payment systems focuses on consumer benefits, the technology also offers many advantages to businesses. From providing greater convenience to your customers with cashless transactions via mobile payments or tap-to-pay options to more cost-effective and instantaneous global payments, embracing digital payments supports your business’s efficiency and growth potential. An […]
September 3, 2024 / September 3, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Business owners worldwide depend on search engines to quickly get them the resources and answers they need. Google does a good job of delivering search results. Still, if you’ve got a complex or unusual query, this search engine behemoth sometimes drops the ball. If you want faster, more reliable results, you should try OpenAI’s new […]
September 2, 2024 / September 2, 2024 by Vertical Axion
How many times have you had your hands full and asked Siri, Alexa, your Google Assistant, or another AI to take certain actions for you (or at least remind you to do them later)? Not only do they add hands-off convenience, but they also speed up certain processes like setting reminders and timers. Voice technology […]
August 31, 2024 / August 31, 2024 by Vertical Axion
One challenge for businesses today is finding ways to remain ahead of the competition while managing ever-increasing costs. Improving efficiency is one effective strategy for addressing these obstacles, and that often means embracing innovative new technology. Among the most transformative developments in recent years is the growth of blockchain-powered smart contracts, which save time and […]
August 30, 2024 / August 30, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Just when you think you understand the latest malware campaigns and cybercrime tactics, a new one pops up that is even more insidious. Case in point: A recently discovered attack launches a sophisticated info stealer to collect unprecedented sensitive information from device folders and browsers. This current malware outbreak is particularly dangerous because it uses […]
August 29, 2024 / August 29, 2024 by Vertical Axion
It may be hard to imagine now, but it wasn’t long ago that video calling was something we only saw in futuristic science fiction movies. Today, seeing someone on the phone or computer screen during a conference call or daily check-in is a normal part of your workday. Thanks to a revamped UI and new […]
August 27, 2024 / August 27, 2024 by Vertical Axion
For decades, emailing has been one of the fastest ways to communicate with others, especially in business, as workers and employers use it for collaboration efforts. However, emails are the modern-day version of hand-written letters; sometimes, it’s hard to find the right words or place to start. But with the new Proton AI writing tool, […]
August 24, 2024 / August 24, 2024 by Vertical Axion
With the ever-rising digital age comes artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other technological advancements that enhance how companies perform processes and communicate with consumers. Unfortunately, as tech tools make things easier for business owners like you, they also encourage and assist virtual attackers trying to harm you. So, implementing cybersecurity in businesses becomes vital. Why […]
August 23, 2024 / August 23, 2024 by Vertical Axion
At one point, businesses depended solely on physical brick-and-mortar storefronts, foot traffic from outside streets, and tangible billboards and flyers to bring in customers. Now, especially in the recent decade, technological advancements have paved the way for traditional businesses to undergo digital transformations. What Do Digital Transformations Comprise? A digital transformation is the process of […]
August 22, 2024 / August 22, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Working online has countless benefits, from offering your employees more flexibility, which makes them more productive, to employers having a larger talent pool, state or nationwide. However, while having remote workers tune in from different locations is convenient and efficient, limited in-person contact creates an emotional distance, too. Why not add a bit of warmth […]
August 21, 2024 / August 21, 2024 by Vertical Axion
In an era where patience has diminished drastically, customers expect immediate results during their shopping experience, whether it’s product availability online or overnight shipping, so they can receive what they want as soon as possible. Customer service should be no different, which is why many small business owners are turning to artificial intelligence for assistance. […]
August 20, 2024 / August 20, 2024 by Vertical Axion
With remote marketing and purchasing platforms becoming more popular, consumers have been drastically switching to online shopping in recent years, many preferring it over going to stores. One of the main reasons is the influence of technology on consumer behavior, giving them more control and a voice. By understanding and using the advantages below, your […]
August 19, 2024 / August 19, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Good time management is essential for businesses. It enables them to deliver their products and services on time and solve problems without affecting daily operations. Business automation software can contribute to effective time management. It saves employees from routine tasks, allowing them to focus on more strategic and impactful work. Leveraging automation software can enhance […]
August 16, 2024 / August 16, 2024 by Vertical Axion
As a savvy business owner and Microsoft Windows user, you always update your browser and only visit secure websites. But do your employees exercise the same level of caution? If not, your data could be at serious risk. This is especially true now that hackers are using clever techniques to trick Windows users into opening […]
August 15, 2024 / August 15, 2024 by Vertical Axion
The chances are you’ve probably heard musicians, actors, artists, writers, and many others referring to their jobs as gigs. These odd jobs mean they do not have a single long-term employer or a traditional work schedule. While these positions have always been around, making these workers freelancers, the gig economy has recently taken off, especially […]
August 13, 2024 / August 13, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Social engineering is one of the fastest-growing methods for hackers to gain access to networks for malicious purposes. Essentially, it means deceiving or manipulating someone into providing information that allows a bad actor to steal information or money or gain access to sensitive computer networks. Although phishing is one of the most common forms of […]
August 12, 2024 / August 12, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Business owners are often out and about, shuffling between client meetings, conferences, and business travels. But staying connected to your business while you’re away from the office is vital. That’s where digital tools come in handy. They make it possible to manage operations effectively from wherever you are. Here are some must-have apps and solutions […]
August 10, 2024 / August 10, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Social media is critical to marketing any business. From promoting your products and services and building awareness of what you have to offer to engaging with your customers and building a community of loyal followers, it’s hard to underestimate the importance that Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and other social platforms have on your business growth and […]
August 9, 2024 / August 9, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Are you a business owner who uses the Google Advanced Protection Program (APP) for absolute online security? If so, recent updates mean Google’s Advanced Protection Program now offers passkeys for high-risk users like you, making it stronger. Below, we’ll explain the APP and how passkeys protect your online activities better than traditional passwords. What Is […]
August 7, 2024 / August 7, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Tech literacy isn’t what it used to be with the constant evolution of online programs, portable devices, and software tools. That means incorporating technology into your small business is no longer solely about typing up documents on Microsoft Word, keeping inventory with Excel spreadsheets, or sending emails. If this is still your style, we’ll explain […]
August 6, 2024 / August 6, 2024 by Vertical Axion
If you own a physical business space, chances are that you offer private Wi-Fi and secure LTE connections for all your employees. However, since the 2020 lockdown, more employees are working remotely than ever, meaning they may be using unsecured public Wi-Fi that can leave your company data on the dark web. The dark web […]
August 3, 2024 / August 3, 2024 by Vertical Axion
As AI tools become more sophisticated, protecting original content and intellectual property on your website is becoming increasingly difficult. AI bots are constantly scraping webs for data to train AI models, often using it without authorization or compensation. While many of the biggest names in AI, including Google, Apple, and OpenAI, provide website owners with […]
August 2, 2024 / August 2, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Security leaks happen daily, with hackers evolving their methods and proving more creative with every emerging attack, especially toward business owners with a lot of sensitive data. But on July 4, the cybersecurity community noticed a massive leak of passwords rivaling any that’s come before. The RockYou Sequel No One Wanted To See You might […]
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