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TikTok, RedNote, and DeepSeek: A Quick Privacy Wake-Up Call for Small Businesses

January 30, 2025

By Jacob Blacksten

In an age of viral videos and AI-driven insights, small businesses often jump at the chance to reach new customers through engaging platforms. Yet amidst this excitement, data privacy concerns loom larger than ever. From TikTok’s looming ban to emerging competitors like RedNote and now the controversial AI solution DeepSeek, it’s vital to understand how these technologies handle the sensitive information that can make or break your business reputation.

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National Cybersecurity Alliance: Online Shopping

December 5, 2024

Online shopping may be convenient but it can present many opportunities for scammers and cybercriminals.

For many people, online shopping is simply “shopping.” Who can resist one-click ordering and next-day delivery? However, bad actors and cybercriminals may try to trick consumers into paying for goods that don’t exist or seek to capture personal information for financial gain.


You don’t need to abandon your cart, though. With some simple preventative measures, you can enjoy your online shopping spree with peace of mind.

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