Imagine a customer walking into your physical store, looking around for five seconds, and then immediately walking out without saying a word. The same thing occurs on your site if it isn’t built to encourage sales. Traffic does not equal money if no one takes action.

Cyberattacks, technical failures, or simple human error can creep up out of nowhere. And when they occur, businesses are often left scrambling to recover lost data. Fortunately, there are some simple adjustments businesses can make to safeguard their data and protect their operations.

Cybersecurity experts Rob Wright (Dark Reading), David Jones (Cybersecurity Dive), and Alissa Irei (TechTarget Search Security) recently came together to discuss the future of online security. Let’s take a look at their insights on major trends and new risks to help businesses better navigate the challenges on the horizon.

Smart glasses running Android XR might soon become your personal walking guide. A future update to Google Maps suggests immersive, camera-enhanced navigation paired with Gemini AI, offering street-smart directions and visual context without needing to pull out your phone.

Mercenary spyware is targeting iPhones again, and Apple’s latest security patch helps users only on iOS 26. With millions slow to update, security experts warn that the risk is escalating fast. Here’s what’s happening and what you need to do.

Update lag leaves millions exposed

Although iOS 26 launched back in September 2025, its adoption rate has been surprisingly slow.

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone systems have grown far beyond simple telephone replacements, offering advanced features that were once only available to large corporations. Improved networks and smarter software now drive better call quality and team collaboration.

Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 11 26H1 update is rolling out only to devices powered by Snapdragon chips, at least for now. While it might seem like Snapdragon is getting special treatment, the move has more to do with timing, development cycles, and Microsoft’s push for AI-ready devices than playing favorites.

Cloud computing is the use of remote servers to store, manage, and process data, freeing businesses from the limits of physical infrastructure. For small businesses, that means reduced IT overhead, improved agility, and access to enterprise-level tools.

Your bathroom, your kitchen table, even your dreams — if it’s part of your life, health tech wants in. CES 2026, the world’s biggest technology showcase, proved the wellness tech revolution is accelerating fast. This roundup explores the boldest, weirdest, and most promising innovations, from no-screen trackers to AI-powered mattresses, that may soon be part of your daily routine.

Strong passwords are one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect online accounts. Still, many businesses use weak or reuse credentials. Learning how to create stronger passwords can significantly lower your business’s risk without adding unnecessary complexity to your security practices.