Microsoft is strengthening Microsoft Teams security by default, and this update directly impacts organizations that rely on Teams for daily communication, collaboration, and operations. Starting January 2026, Microsoft Teams will automatically block malicious URLs and phishing links shared through chats, channels, group conversations, and meetings. This protection is enabled by default and requires no user […]
The holidays are a time for connection, celebration, and in many homes, new technology. Whether it’s a new laptop, gaming console, smart speaker, or smartwatch, those fresh devices bring joy—and risk. While you’re busy wrapping presents and planning gatherings, cybercriminals are gearing up for one of their busiest seasons of the year. In this guide, […]
Get fast, local IT support in Yellowknife from technicians who actually live and work in the North. CasCom delivers on-site service, 24/7 response, cybersecurity protection, and Northern-ready solutions built for harsh environments and remote operations.
A Practical Guide to Staying Secure — and Compliant — in a Shifting Cyber Landscape Cybersecurity in Canada is entering a new era. Bill C‑8, introduced in June 2025, signals a sweeping regulatory shift — one that doesn’t just apply to banks and telcos, but that will reshape expectations for any business that touches critical […]
Economic development in the North depends on more than opportunity—it depends on control. For Indigenous-owned organizations and partnerships leading multi-million dollar industries, real power means owning the systems that power your mission. But too often, critical IT infrastructure is outsourced to Southern firms that don’t understand your land, your people, or your mandate. It’s time […]
Supporting the North’s communities means more than technology—it means partnership in purpose. CasCom is proud to back LGANT members across the Northwest Territories and stand with you in serving your residents with confidence and care. Supporting Northern Communities and LGANT Members For over four decades, LGANT has been the go‑to professional association for senior administrators, […]
Cybercrime has officially gone corporate. What used to require deep technical skill and underground cred is now available as a monthly subscription. This new threat model — Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS) — is shifting the entire risk landscape for organizations across Northern Canada. If you operate in mining, law, finance, or healthcare, the stakes are higher than […]
Mining is no longer just rock and iron. It’s data, connectivity, and digital risk. At YKGeoscience 2025, one truth stood out: cybersecurity is no longer optional—it’s operational safety. The mining and exploration sector is evolving fast. Automation, remote operations, and real-time data flow are now table stakes—but they come with risk. Cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure […]
You don’t need a big budget to protect your business from cyber threats and tech headaches. You just need the right support. Whether you’re in Yellowknife, Iqaluit, or somewhere in between, CasCom helps small businesses stay secure, connected, and running—without draining the bank account. Cyber Criminals Don’t Care How Big You Are If you think […]
In the vast expanse of Canada’s North — from Yellowknife through the Northwest Territories to Nunavut’s remote communities — digital risks are real and escalating. When critical infrastructure and small businesses face cyberthreats, your technology partner must do more than keep the lights on. CasCom is your northern-focused cybersecurity partner. The Cyber Threat Is Already […]
The New Password Strategy: Long, Strong, and Not About You For years, the rule was clear: add symbols, numbers, and capital letters. The result? Passwords no one can remember and plenty of Post-it notes. We need a better way. The answer starts with length, then adds light complexity that’s easy to handle and hard to […]
