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Tax Season Scams Are Starting Early. Here's the One That Hits Small Businesses First.

February 09, 2026

February means one thing: tax season is in full swing. Your accountant's schedule is packed, your bookkeeper is gathering paperwork, and everyone's focus is on W-2s, 1099s, and looming deadlines. But here's an often...

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Your Business Compliance Survival Guide: HIPAA, FTC, and Beyond

If your business handles customer data — health records, payments, or even contact information — compliance isn't optional. And yet, for most Oregon small businesses, compliance feels like alphabet...

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Ever Had an IT Relationship That Felt Like a Bad Date?

February 02, 2026

February brings a season of love, with chocolates exchanged, dinners planned, and rom-coms making a comeback. Let's shift that focus to a different kind of relationship: the one with your technology. Have you ever...

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FTC Safeguards Rule: What It Means for Your Small Business

If your small business collects customer information or even something as simple as names, emails, or financial data, the FTC Safeguards Rule might apply to you. And starting in 2025, those rules are...

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New Year's Resolutions for Cybercriminals (Spoiler: Your Business Is on Their List)

January 26, 2026

Right now, cybercriminals are crafting their own New Year's resolutions—not focused on wellness or balance, but on how to exploit vulnerabilities to steal more in 2026. And small businesses aren't just...

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Why Cyber Insurance Providers Are Tightening Their Rules and What to Do About It

Not long ago, getting cyber insurance was simple. You filled out a few forms, answered a handful of questions, and got your policy. Today? Not so much. Across Oregon, from Eugene to Salem, cyber...

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Your Business Tech Is Overdue for an Annual Physical

January 19, 2026

January is the perfect time to address all the tasks you've been postponing. Whether it's scheduling a doctor's appointment, visiting the dentist, or finally investigating that odd noise coming from your...

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IT and AI for Lawyers: Keeping Client Data Secure and Your Reputation Intact

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way Oregon law firms operate, from drafting contracts faster to analyzing case law in seconds. But as with any powerful tool, AI brings new responsibilities. For law...

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Dry January for Your Business: 6 Tech Habits to Quit Cold Turkey

January 12, 2026

Join millions embracing Dry January by ditching the habits that weigh you down. Businesses have their own version of Dry January—breaking free from harmful tech routines that drain productivity and...