AI is transforming productivity, innovation, and the way we work, but it's also changing how cyberattacks occur. In this episode of The Business Owner's IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter break down one of the first large-scale, AI-driven cyberattacks uncovered in the wild, and what it means for modern businesses. From Chinese threat actors using Claude to execute autonomous attacks to AI-written phishing emails to deepfakes, prompt injection, and internal misuse of AI tools, this episode gives business owners and tech champions a grounded look at today's AI cybersecurity risks and what steps you can take right now to protect your organization.You'll learn:How attackers used AI to bypass safety guardrails.Why AI can execute thousands of malicious actions per second.What deepfakes and AI-generated media mean for your reputation.How phishing emails are evolving with generative AI.Why businesses must standardize their AI tools.The coming need for AI usage auditing within companies.Practical guardrails you can put in place today.Read the full article here: https://www.mobileworldlive.com/ai-cloud/anthropic-calls-out-ai-hack-attempt-linked-to-china/If you're a business owner, leader, or technology enthusiast, this is a must-watch conversation about the new reality of cybersecurity in an AI-powered world.👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to stay ahead of emerging threats and get practical IT insights every other week.#ai #aicybersecurity #cybersecurityrisks🎁 Toys For Tots:It's that time of year again, Tech Champions, but this time, we're championing for the children! ❤️Unique Computing Solutions is proud to support the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program this holiday season. We're collecting new, unwrapped toys from Thursday, October 16th, through Thursday, December 11th, with all donations being delivered to the U.S. Marine Corps on Friday, December 12th.Every toy helps make a difference. Let's bring smiles and holiday cheer to children in need throughout our community!✨ How to Donate:🎁 Drop off toys at our office:📍 10057 W. Lincoln Hwy. | Frankfort, IL 60423📦 Ship toys directly to us.🚗 Or schedule a pickup with one of our UCS technicians.📞 Have questions or need help? Call us at 708-922-9444.Let's make this holiday season one filled with kindness, joy, and giving. 💙Not near us? Find a dropoff location near you : https://www.toysfortots.org/find-your-local-chapter/Subscribe for more weekly insights from The Business Owner's IT Podcast, your hub for practical tech strategies that help business owners stay ahead.Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQdApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

In this episode of The Business Owner's IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter break down the cybersecurity tool that's becoming essential for every growing business: the SIEM (Security Information and Event Management).Whether you're a business owner, tech champion, or someone responsible for keeping your company's data safe, this episode explains SIEMs in clear, practical terms; no fluff, no jargon overload.You'll learn:🔹 What a SIEM actually does.🔹 How it collects logs from firewalls, servers, computers, cloud systems & more.🔹 Why businesses with 25–100+ employees rely on SIEMs for threat detection.🔹 The real-world risks SIEMs protect you from (brute-force attacks, rogue devices, suspicious logins, etc.).🔹 How a Security Operations Center (SOC) watches your system 24/7.🔹 Why SIEM = visibility your business has never had before.🔹 And how having one can stop cyberattacks before they explode.This episode also includes real examples from the UCS team, including NASA's Raspberry Pi breach, that show exactly why SIEMs matter.If you've ever wondered what's happening inside your network or how to truly protect your business, this is the episode for you.#whatisasiem #siem #cybersecurity👉 Want help implementing a SIEM for your business?Contact Unique Computing Solutions. We'll help you determine the right solution for your size, your risks, and your goals.🎁 Toys For Tots:It's that time of year again, Tech Champions, but this time, we're championing for the children! ❤️Unique Computing Solutions is proud to support the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program this holiday season. We're collecting new, unwrapped toys from Thursday, October 16th, through Thursday, December 11th, with all donations being delivered to the U.S. Marine Corps on Friday, December 12th.Every toy helps make a difference. Let's bring smiles and holiday cheer to children in need throughout our community!✨ How to Donate:🎁 Drop off toys at our office:📍 10057 W. Lincoln Hwy. | Frankfort, IL 60423📦 Ship toys directly to us.🚗 Or schedule a pickup with one of our UCS technicians.📞 Have questions or need help? Call us at 708-922-9444.Let's make this holiday season one filled with kindness, joy, and giving. 💙Not near us? Find a dropoff location near you : https://www.toysfortots.org/find-your-local-chapter/Subscribe for more weekly insights from The Business Owner's IT Podcast, your hub for practical tech strategies that help business owners stay ahead.Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQdApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

Microsoft has officially ended support for Windows 10. No more security patches, compliance coverage, or software updates. In this episode of The Business Owner’s IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter break down exactly what this means for your business, your cybersecurity insurance, and your next steps toward Windows 11.💻 In this episode, you’ll learn:✅ Why Windows 10 Is Dead. What to Do Now is critical for every business owner.✅ What “end of life” really means and how it affects compliance (HIPAA, CMMC, FTC Safeguards, CIS Controls).✅ The real risks of staying on unsupported systems.✅ How Extended Security Updates (ESU) licenses work, and if they’re worth it.✅ How to check whether your computers are Windows 11-ready (TPM 2.0 & Secure Boot).✅ What’s new in Windows 11: Copilot AI, Zero Trust Security & Defender Integration.⚙️ Don’t wait until it’s too late.Staying on Windows 10 could expose your business to data breaches, insurance denials, and compliance violations. Now’s the time to plan your upgrade and secure your systems before attackers strike.🎁 Toys For Tots:It's that time of year again, Tech Champions, but this time, we're championing for the children! ❤️Unique Computing Solutions is proud to support the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program this holiday season. We're collecting new, unwrapped toys from Thursday, October 16th, through Thursday, December 11th, with all donations being delivered to the U.S. Marine Corps on Friday, December 12th.Every toy helps make a difference. Let's bring smiles and holiday cheer to children in need throughout our community!✨ How to Donate:🎁 Drop off toys at our office:📍 10057 W. Lincoln Hwy. | Frankfort, IL 60423📦 Ship toys directly to us.🚗 Or schedule a pickup with one of our UCS technicians.📞 Have questions or need help? Call us at 708-922-9444.Let's make this holiday season one filled with kindness, joy, and giving. 💙Not near us? Find a dropoff location near you : https://www.toysfortots.org/find-your-local-chapter/Subscribe for more weekly insights from The Business Owner's IT Podcast, your hub for practical tech strategies that help business owners stay ahead.Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQdApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957