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Top Cybersecurity Risks Canadian Businesses Can Face in 2026
Canadian businesses face an unprecedented cybersecurity risks. According to the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security’s National Cyber Threat Assessment 2025-2026, state-sponsored and financially motivated cyber threats are increasingly targeting Canadians, with foreign actors moving beyond espionage to conduct more disruptive activities. The question is no longer “if” your business will be targeted, but “when.” This guide […]
The Role of AI in Proactive Threat Detection and Incident Response
The security landscape is changing fast. Threats are quicker, stealthier, and increasingly automated often moving from initial access to real impact in minutes, not days. In this environment, traditional rule-based and signature-based tools struggle to keep up. They generate massive volumes of alerts, miss novel attack patterns, and leave security teams overwhelmed by noise instead […]
The 5 Essential Security Measures for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)
Cyberattacks don’t just target big corporations. In fact, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are often easier at targets because they typically have limited security resources, fewer dedicated IT staff, and less time to monitor threats. That makes SMEs attractive to attackers looking for quick wins whether that’s stealing login credentials, disrupting operations, or deploying ransomware. The good news is that strong cybersecurity doesn’t require enterprise-level […]
How can SMEs protect themselves against cyberattacks?
In a world where cyberattacks are increasingly common, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly vulnerable. It is crucial for these businesses to implement cybersecurity strategies to protect their data and ensure business continuity. At Data Next Step, a cybersecurity specialist in Montreal, we understand the unique challenges SMEs face and offer tailored solutions to […]
DevOps in action: Automated deployment and built-in security
DevOps + Security = Sustainable Performance Today, tech companies no longer have the luxury of waiting. In a context where development cycles must be fast, efficient and secure, DevOps is emerging as an essential pillar. But a CI/CD pipeline without built-in safety is like driving without brakes. This is where DevSecOps comes in: an approach […]
GRC: Ensuring SOC 2 and HIPAA Compliance in AI-Driven DevSecOps Pipelines
In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, Governance, Risk, and Compliance are no longer optional—they are critical pillars of secure and scalable DevSecOps pipelines. As organizations embrace AI-driven tools to optimize their workflows, the complexity of maintaining compliance with standards like SOC 2 and HIPAA has grown. This article explores the integration of GRC principles into […]
Artificial intelligence in cybersecurity: Threat detection and automation
Why AI in Cybersecurity Is Essential Against Evolving Threats In a digital world where cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, traditional cybersecurity approaches are no longer sufficient. Artificial intelligence (AI) is now emerging as a powerful tool for anticipating, detecting, and neutralizing threats. By combining large-scale data analysis and machine learning, AI enables proactive, adaptive, and […]
3 Strategic Compliance Levers to Turn SOC 2 & HIPAA Into a Competitive Advantage
Today, we are sharing 3 concrete levers to transform your SOC 2 and HIPAA compliance into a real competitive advantage, thanks to a smart and sustainable DevSecOps approach.
Cybersecurity consultant: Don’t fall into these 5 costly traps
In a world where cyber threats are evolving rapidly, choosing the right cybersecurity consultant is essential to protecting your company’s sensitive data.
The AppSec Fundamentals in DevSecOps : Securing Applications in the AI Era
In the modern world of software development, security cannot be an afterthought. Application Security (AppSec) has become a cornerstone of DevSecOps, where security is integrated seamlessly into the development pipeline. As organizations adopt AI-driven tools and processes, the scope and complexity of AppSec evolve, demanding a proactive approach. This article dives into the fundamentals of AppSec in the context of DevSecOps, the challenges developers face, and how AI can help secure applications from the ground up.