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BMT tops CRN’s MSP 500 list in 2026

Business Machine Technologies is proud to be named in CRN’s 2026 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category. This recognition highlights our continued commitment to delivering secure, scalable IT solutions that enhance efficiency and drive business success. CRN’s MSP 500 list identifies top North American [...]

Gmail is getting an AI makeover

Google is calling the upgrades “the Gemini era,” bringing smarter AI features to help you cut through the noise and focus on the client waiting for an answer, not the 14 replies arguing about meeting times. With practical AI features to manage emails faster, write better messages, and focus [...]

Microsoft: Classic Outlook bug prevents opening encrypted emails

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 [...]

Cisco Patches Security Flaw That Risked Sensitive Data

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 [...]

It’s Scammer Season! Simple Tips To Avoid Traps

For many business owners, knowing how to avoid scams and stay ahead of the bad guys can feel like a full-time job. It doesn’t help that scam season is in full swing. January is barely underway, and business owners are already getting hit with fake bank alerts, delivery notices, [...]

Protecting Against Software Supply Chain Cyber Threats

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 [...]

U.S. Cybersecurity Experts Admit Role in BlackCat Attacks

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, [...]

Technology and customer expectations evolving faster than ever

Technology and customer expectations are evolving faster than ever. Customers expect fast answers, smooth interactions, and experiences that feel tailored to them. When businesses deliver a great experience, customers spend more, stay loyal longer, and tell others. That’s the goal every company talks about, but many customers still walk [...]

Often Hidden Technology Barriers Crippling Small Businesses

When business owners talk about growth, technology is often part of the plan. However, it’s not always part of reality. Have you invested in a new system, platform, or AI tool expecting instant results, only to feel stalled months after signing the contract? In practice, these technology challenges for [...]

Return of the SMiSh

According to NJCCIC, there is a new wave of reports of SMS text phishing (SMiShing) scams impersonating the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). These urgent-sounding messages claim to be a final notice about an unpaid traffic violation, with a short deadline to resolve the issue. The message further [...]

Gmail User? Two Changes You Need to Know About

Attention Gmail users!  More than 2 billion users of the world’s most popular email platform will find themselves at a crossroads and must make a major decision.  Two upcoming changes to be aware of: AI Integration - Google announced it is rolling out new artificial intelligence (AI) features that [...]

Tiny Typos, Big Breaches: The Hidden Email Threat You’re Probably Ignoring

Although many companies are embracing the power of AI, many still have major concerns about data protection and privacy. Cloud-based tools can make quick work of tasks that once took hours to complete, but when they involve sharing sensitive information, users risk data falling into the wrong hands. To [...]

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