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Phishing Training Is Evolving: Debrief and Teachable Moments

New academic research finds that training everyone after a phishing simulation — not just the employees who clicked — builds stronger, longer-lasting defences. Here's how empowsec's new Debrief and Teachable Moments features put that science into practice.

Marcus Chen·4/10/2026·6 min read
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Foster City Paralyzed by Cyberattack: What Municipal Governments Must Learn

A cyberattack left Foster City, California in a state of emergency for over a week. Here's how it likely happened, why small governments are prime targets, and what municipalities can do to prevent becoming the next headline.

Thomas Eriksson·4/9/2026·7 min read
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Building a Security-First Culture: Why Training Alone Isn't Enough

Annual compliance training doesn't create secure organizations — culture does. Here's a practical framework for embedding security into how your company thinks, communicates, and makes decisions every day.

Natalie Hoffmann·4/8/2026·7 min read
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5 Phishing Red Flags Every Employee Should Recognize

Most successful phishing attacks exploit just a handful of psychological triggers. Here are the five red flags your team needs to spot before clicking.

Rachel Andersen·4/8/2026·3 min read