Sidechain 2-Week Encryption Readiness Assessment
Want to see the state of your encryption? Read here to see how we conduct a 2-week readiness assessment. Reach out and schedule your now!
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Want to see the state of your encryption? Read here to see how we conduct a 2-week readiness assessment. Reach out and schedule your now!
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Read about a Healthcare SaaS’s recent experience with Sidechain
Teams worry about disruption. With Sidechain + CipherTrust, rollout is a guided sequence that proves value early and scales safely.
How Easy Is It to Get Started with MDP? Read More »
Many companies assume their data protection strategy is good enough—until a breach or audit proves otherwise. Gaps hide in complexity—multi clouds, SaaS, legacy systems, and busy teams. CipherTrust powered MDP closes the most common holes before they show up in an audit or incident.
Finding the Gaps — Where Your Data Protection May Be Failing Read More »
September brings cooler weather (unless you live in Los Angeles) and kids firmly entrenched into the new school year. It’s also the month we celebrate National IT Professionals Day and highlight the importance of IT experts in keeping systems running smoothly.
Sidechain Security Monthly Newsletter – September 2025 Read More »
If you store customer, patient, or employee data, you carry material risk. MDP packages the controls that reduce that risk—encryption, keys, access, evidence—so your teams can focus on features, not crypto plumbing.
Who Needs Managed Data Protection? (Hint: Probably You) Read More »
Data is the crown jewel of modern business. Every click, transaction, and patient record is valuable—and vulnerable.
Managed Data Protection (MDP) has emerged as a critical way to protect that data without overwhelming internal IT teams.
But who exactly is using it today, and why?
Managed Data Protection: Who’s Using It and Why It Matters Read More »
When executives think about cybersecurity and data protection, they often focus on the costs. Budgets are tight, resources are limited, and IT is often seen as an expense rather than an investment.
But in reality, the right data protection strategy can save money, lower risk, and even drive business growth. That’s exactly what Data Protection as a Service (DPaaS) provides.
The Business Case for DPaaS: Lower Costs, Higher Security Read More »
In today’s business landscape, data isn’t just important—it’s everything. Customer records, intellectual property, financial data, and healthcare information are among the most valuable assets any organization has. Protecting it is essential, yet cyberattacks, ransomware, insider threats, and compliance requirements make that protection increasingly difficult.
5 Ways DPaaS Reduces Risk and Improves Compliance Read More »
Data is the most valuable asset in today’s digital economy—and it’s also the most targeted. From ransomware to insider threats, businesses are under constant pressure to protect sensitive information. That’s where Data Protection as a Service (DPaaS) comes in.
What is DPaaS and Why Your Business Needs It Now Read More »
August 26 is Women’s Equality Day – celebrating the ratification of the 19th amendment, granting women the right to vote in the US. Read below to see some of the leading tech and cybersecurity women we’re celebrating this month.
Sidechain Security Monthly Newsletter – August 2025 Read More »
Today’s business environment isn’t just about being secure — it’s about proving you’re secure.
Whether you’re handling health records, processing payments, or managing client files, there are rules to follow — HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and more.
Series 3 – Beyond Protection: How Compliance and Reporting Save You Time and Trouble Read More »
You might be using antivirus from one provider, backups from another, and firewall software from a third. At a glance, that might feel like coverage — but gaps between tools often leave vulnerabilities.
Series 3 – Why a Patchwork of Tools Leaves You Exposed Read More »
Cybersecurity can seem like just another budget line item — until you realize how much it protects. Managed cybersecurity lets your team focus on growth, not guessing whether your defenses are working.
Series 3 – The Real ROI of Managed Cybersecurity for SMBs Read More »
Downtime doesn’t need to be caused by an attack to be expensive. A system crash, failed update, or internal mistake can also freeze your operations — and for SMBs, every minute counts
Series 3 – When IT Is One Person: The Risk of Wearing Too Many Hats Read More »
Summer is in full swing and we hope everyone is enjoying their summer vacations and had a great 4th of July! July 25th marked System Administrator Day which offered the perfect moment to highlight the essential role that admins play in maintaining secure ecosystems. How did you celebrate your System Administrator?
Sidechain Security Monthly Newsletter – July 2025 Read More »
Downtime doesn’t need to be caused by an attack to be expensive. A system crash, failed update, or internal mistake can also freeze your operations — and for SMBs, every minute counts
Series 3 – What One Hour of Downtime Could Cost Your Business Read More »
When people hear about ransomware, they often picture a single moment — a criminal locking a system and demanding a payment to release it. But the reality is that the ransom is just one piece of a much larger, costlier puzzle.
Like many companies after the Covid pandemic, adopting public cloud
seemed the prudent thing to do. Little did we know, this would be a very
sharp double-edged sword – one that cut deep into our financial and
engineering resources, but that created an unexpected outcome as well.
The Rise and Fall of Azure Cloud Spend at Sidechain – Our Journey Read More »
You’ve got tools in place. A firewall, endpoint protection, maybe even cyber insurance. But here’s the truth:
If your people don’t care, your tools won’t matter.
In today’s digital landscape, every employee is part of your security posture — from the CEO to the summer intern. For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), building a security-first culture is one of the most effective (and cost-efficient) ways to stay protected.
Series 2 – Cybersecurity Is a Team Sport: Building a Security-First Culture in Your SMB Read More »
Most SMBs think a cyberattack will hurt their business the most. And it will — financially, reputationally, operationally.
But there’s another group that often pays the price:
Your customers. Your clients. Your community.
A data breach doesn’t just compromise systems — it shakes trust.
Series 2 – When Cyber Hits Home: How a Data Breach Impacts SMB Customers and Clients Read More »
June’s newsletter takes stock as we reach the middle of the year! Try your hand at our quiz, read about Sidechain Protect and how it can help SMB’s.
Sidechain Security Monthly Newsletter – June 2025 Read More »
A ransomware attack locks your files. A scam email tricks an employee into transferring money. A data breach exposes your client list. What now?
If you’ve invested in cybersecurity insurance, you might breathe a little easier — but not all policies are created equal, and not all claims are covered.
For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), cyber insurance can be a lifeline — or a false sense of security.
Series 2 – Cyber Insurance for Small Businesses: What It Covers (and What It Doesn’t) Read More »
You’ve secured your network, trained your team, and put good systems in place. But there’s one area many SMBs forget to lock down:
The vendors, platforms, and service providers you connect to.
Third-party tools are essential — from cloud storage and CRM systems to accountants and marketing platforms. But every vendor you trust with access to your data or systems is another potential doorway for cybercriminals.
Series 2 – From Vendor to Vulnerability: How Third-Party Risk Could Impact Your Business Read More »