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The World Cup Final Had a Better System. So Does Secure AI.

By Ed Higgins | July 23, 2026

Spain beat Argentina with a system, not a superstar. Here is what that result means for deploying AI without security and governance in place.

The AI Security Risk: The Timeline Is Months, Not Years — Why AI Just Rewrote the Rules of Cyber Defense

By Ed Higgins | June 25, 2026

The AI security risk is AI collapsing the cyber attack timeline from years to months. The Five Eyes alliance (June 22, 2026) urges organizations to fight speed with speed. Get the basics right, act fast, and treat cyber risk as business strategy.

Top 10 Microsoft Managed Services Providers to Watch in 2026

By Ed Higgins | April 22, 2026

A research-driven ranking of Microsoft managed services providers for enterprise security, evaluated on delivery depth, regulated-industry experience, and verifiable outcomes.

Top 10 Microsoft Cloud Security and MSSP Partners

By Ed Higgins | April 14, 2026

A buyer-focused ranking of Microsoft cloud security partners for 2026, assessed on delivery depth, proof, scale, and regulated-industry fit.

Estimated read time: 16-17 minutes

When Exploits Move at Machine Speed, Defense Must Too

By Ed Higgins | April 10, 2026

AI is collapsing the time between vulnerability disclosure and active exploitation. Learn how organizations are using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Security Copilot to build continuous, AI-assisted defenses.

When Device Management Becomes the Weapon: Lessons from the Stryker Intune Attack

By Ed Higgins | March 17, 2026

The Stryker Intune attack highlights the risk of operational disruption over data theft in modern enterprise security. Implement these controls to improve your security posture.

What is MDR and do you need it?

By Ed Higgins | February 26, 2026

MDR (managed detection and response) is a security service that provides 24/7 threat monitoring, investigation, and response through a dedicated team of security experts. You likely need it if your organization lacks the staff or expertise to run a security operations center, faces compliance requirements, or wants faster threat detection and response than your current setup allows.

Why Security Leaders Feel Stuck in a Loop (and How to Break It)

By Ed Higgins | January 29, 2026

Learn the importance of modern security models in addressing familiar exposures and enhancing operational effectiveness in security.

The New Era of Autonomous Security: 16 Microsoft Ignite 2025 Announcements Every Organization Must Act On

By Ed Higgins | December 10, 2025

At Ignite 2025, Microsoft made announcements on significant advancements in the world of autonomous security, simplifying complex systems & speeding up incident investigations.

The AI Security Reality Check: Are You Ready to Scale AI Safely?

By Ed Higgins | November 11, 2025

Understand the key concerns around AI security, including data leaks and regulatory challenges faced by organizations adopting AI.