The r/msp update, Feb. 22, 2021: Cryptolocker strikes, and cyber insurance application tips
A quick look at some r/MSP chatter – we got SMBs seeking help after a cyberattack, cyber insurance tips for MSPs, and more.
MSPs on Reddit get chatty about micromanaging bosses, Microsoft 365, and Office 365 backup solutions
There’s no sign of slowing down this group’s growth – the MSP subreddit has now exceeded 72,000 members. This week, we get a good reminder about what a micromanaging boss looks like, plus a bunch of chatter about securing remote workers and establishing backups for Office 365.
MSPs on Reddit talk about discovering Fast Boot, targeted ransomware attacks, and layoffs
It’s that time of the week – another MSP subreddit roundup! The group has exceeded 70,000 members,…
MSPs on Reddit discuss Microsoft Teams and Zoom, Windows Virtual Desktop, security, and news sources
Another round-up of MSP conversations on the MSP subreddit.
Infosys partners with IBM on new public cloud program
Systems integrator Infosys is teaming up with IBM to roll out a new program to encourage enterprises to migrate their mission-critical data to IBM’s public cloud.
The Reddit Recap – Compromised MSP cause for ransomware case, cybersecurity PSA, SEO tips
Compromised MSP leads to multiple Texas governments getting hit with ransomware, how to convince SMBs they need better security, and more from last week’s top posts on Reddit’s MSP subreddit.
The Reddit Recap – Cylance engine gets tricked, a strange request, and the tips list grows
A bug in Cylance, a boss’ request raises eyebrows, and more from this week’s top posts on the MSP subreddit
Microsoft responds to Internal Use Rights removal: we can’t afford it
UPDATE: Microsoft has retracted the decision to discontinue its Internal Use Right (IUR) program for its partners.
Datto report: Canadian MSPs share nearly identical challenges with businesses worldwide
Datto Inc.’s recently released the 2018 State of the MSP Report and the results indicate businesses in Canada share the…
ITCloud.ca acquires Cloud-IT and an Microsoft Office 365 MVP
IT Cloud Solutions (ITCloud.ca) recently announced the acquisition of Quebec-based Cloud-IT, a company that helps businesses implement…
Microsoft doubles down on intelligent cloud at Inspire, asks its partner community to join them
Five years ago, Microsoft Corp.’s channel chief for Canada would have had a hard time believing that…
CloudJumper and The20 team up to provide cloud, streaming app services to customers
The workspace-as-a-service platform vendor CloudJumper today announced a new partnership with managed service provider (MSP) cooperative, The20.…
GDPR can actually help MSPs improve business, digital transformation efforts, says study
Many Canadian businesses and MSPs are still trying to figure how to comply with new GDPR guidelines,…
Park Place brings AI data centre maintenance to the masses
Add data centre maintenance and monitoring to the list of jobs that artificial intelligence (AI) can perform. It’s…
AWS re-imagines its channel program
LAS VEGAS – Amazon Web Services is evolving its channel reseller program to include new tiers and…