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Overwatch SaaS Security

What’s the use case for Overwatch SaaS Security? We thought it would be easier to show you…

The Working CEO – Episode 3: Going to the Dark Side – From Editor in Chief to Marketer in Chief

Going to the dark side is how journalists describe a career switch from truth seeker to spindoctor. Our guest today has made that journey from Editor in Chief for a […]

Overwatch CTO David Barton Answers Cybersecurity FAQs

CTO David Barton answers FAQs by MSPs and their customers: Where is Cybersecurity heading in 2022? Can MSPs do Cybersecurity on their own (DIY)? What’s in it for MSPs? and […]

Overwatch Managed Security by High Wire Networks Awarded a 2021 Cybersecurity Excellence Award

Overwatch Managed Security Recognized for 24/7 SOCaaS and Cybersecurity Expertise High Wire Networks announced today that TMC has named Overwatch Managed Security as a recipient of the 2021 INTERNET TELEPHONY […]

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High Wire Networks Announces Managed Services Agreement with Florida-based Network Operator

Contract Expected to Bring $1 Million to $4 Million Annually with Possible Expansion High Wire Networks Inc. (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: HWNI), announced today it has entered into […]

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Ticker Symbol Change for High Wire Networks

CEO Mark Porter Releases Statement About New Ticker Symbol HWNI Valued Shareholders, FINRA has formally approved our name change to High Wire Networks and ticker symbol change to HWNI, effective […]

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High Wire Networks Releases First Quarter Guidance

High Wire Networks Releases First Quarter Guidance Forecasting Revenue Growth and Positive Non-GAAP Operating Income BATAVIA, Ill, Jan. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — High Wire Networks Inc. (the “Company” or “High […]

Overwatch Cybersecurity

High Wire Leverages Ericom’s ZTEdge™ Solution to Add Prevention Capabilities to Managed Cybersecurity Detection and Response Platform

Overwatch Open Prevention Suite Now Most Comprehensive Managed Cybersecurity Solution Available Exclusively Through MSP Channels High Wire Networks Inc.’s (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI) and its cybersecurity business […]

The Working CEO – Episode 2: Meet the 7-Figure MSP – From CEO to Coach

When it comes to being a Working CEO, today’s guest Chris Wiser has “been there, done that” … building and selling a 7-figure managed IT services provider. Now he’s helping […]

The Working CEO – Episode 1: The End of Jobs with WorkMarket Founder Jeff Wald

We promised you straight talk and we’re not pulling any punches with our premiere episode of the Working CEO. We’re talking about the “End of Jobs” and how that impacts […]

Overwatch Cybersecurity

Overwatch 24/7 Stops Apache Log4j Exploit for a Financial Institution

Log4j, a vulnerability in the Java-based software, allows attackers to execute code remotely on a targeted computer and steal data, install malware or take control.  The head of the Department […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Episode 22: FBI Files – Cybersecurity Stories from an FBI Agent

Cybersecurity is a growing national security and economic security imperative for the U.S. government. And the FBI is on the front lines as the lead federal agency investigating cyber-attacks. The […]

High Wire Networks Wins Managed Services Contract Worth Over $600,000 Annually for National Healthcare Provider

Contract Extensions Expected Based on Performance High Wire Networks Inc.’s (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI) today announced it will begin a managed services networking solutions deployment at more […]

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High Wire Networks Wins Government Contract for Networking Solutions and Project Management

VOIP Network Deployment Spans Nearly 600 Locations Across U.S. High Wire Networks Inc.’s (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI) today announced a networking solutions project valued at more than […]

Crypto Mining Malware

Overwatch Managed EDR Shuts Down Crypto Mining Malware on Client’s Network

Earlier this month, Overwatch security analysts received an alert on a new client’s network.  The 24/7 security operations center had recently deployed the Overwatch Managed Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) […]

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End of Year 2021 Letter to Shareholders 

Valued Shareholders,   As we wind down 2021 and prepare for 2022, High Wire Networks (OTCQB: SGSI ) would like to provide you with highlights of what we have accomplished this […]

Who is the Working CEO?

In this episode, we’ll meet The Working CEO Mark Porter about his journey from beat cop to tech entrepreneur and now CEO of a publicly-traded global enterprise. And, more importantly, […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Episode 21: Ask an MSP: What’s the Best Security Strategy – Build or Buy?

Build or buy. Insource or outsource. DIY or DIFY. This debate is one business leaders have over many functions – from marketing to accounting to HR. When it comes to […]

Holiday Scams

Latest Holiday Scams

Business Email Compromise is on the Rise By Phil Burnett, Executive Vice President Security Operations and Chief Information Security Officer at High Wire Networks Several research firms, IT security investigators and […]

What’s the Best Security Strategy – Build or Buy? MSP Partner Testimonial

How to Stop Ransomware Attacks with One Click?

Learn How You Can Stop Ransomware Attacks with our latest Overwatch Security Solution   Introducing Overwatch Ransomware Kill Switch. The latest security solution blocks all unnecessary network communications to or […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Episode 20: What’s Up with the Ramp Up in Cybersecurity Regulation?

With Solarwinds, Colonial Pipeline and a rash of other alarming breaches, it’s no surprise that cybersecurity regulation is ramping up. In May, President Biden signed an Executive Order “Improving the […]

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High Wire Wins $3.5 Million Technology Solutions Contract for Tier One Network Service Provider

Network Expansion Project Ramps Up Through Fourth Quarter and Into Next Year High Wire Networks Inc.’s (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI) today announced it won a $3.5 million […]

High Wire Networks Releases Third Quarter 2021 Results

Thirty-five Percent Pro Forma Revenue Growth Year-Over-Year High Wire Networks Inc. (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI) reported earnings for the period ended September 30 and provides management discussion […]

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High Wire Networks Hires Veteran Technology Field Services Executive to Lead Global Command Center Services

Kim Fuller Named Vice President of Operations to Oversee MRR-driven Technology Services and High Wire’s 15,000 Global Professionals High Wire Networks Inc. (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI), a […]

High Wire Networks Closes Acquisition of Wholesale Voice and Data Network Services Provider

Acquisition of Secure Voice Corp. Provides Additional Recurring Revenue Stream and Nearly 200 Channel Partners. High Wire Networks Inc. (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI), a global provider of […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Episode 19: How to Stop Ransomware in its Tracks

Cybercriminals are getting rich by literally holding corporate data and networks hostage. These so-called ransomware attacks are on the rise because they work. They’re hard to detect and almost impossible […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Episode18: How to Get Job Security with a Career in Cybersecurity

Good help is hard to find. That’s especially true in cybersecurity. We need 3 million cybersecurity professionals to close the talent gap, according to the 2020 Cybersecurity Workforce Study conducted […]

High Wire Networks Wins Multimillion-Dollar Technology Solutions Contract for Tier One Network Services Provider

Estimated Contract Value of Up to $7 Million to Deploy Next-gen Fiber Network Across the U.S. High Wire Networks Inc.’s (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI) today announced it […]

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High Wire Networks Launches Overwatch Ransomware Kill Switch Powered by Airgap

Overwatch Managed Security Enables MSP Partners to Help Businesses Contain the Escalating Damage from Ransomware Attacks High Wire Networks Inc.’s (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI) and its cybersecurity […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Ep.17: EDR: Reducing the Risk of “Anywhere Work”

Cloud-enabled anywhere work has been a boon to businesses of all sizes — improving productivity and, frankly, keeping companies up and running during COVID. It’s also been a bonanza for […]

High Wire Networks Hires EVP of Finance to Accelerate Uplist to Nasdaq

Chris Sorensen named Executive Vice President of Finance to Bolster Financial Controls and Compliance High Wire Networks Inc. (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI), a leading global technology systems […]

How Overwatch Solves Your Cybersecurity Business Challenges

High Wire Networks CTO David Barton explains how Overwatch solves three major cybersecurity business problems.

Why Does Cybersecurity Require 24×7 Visibility?

Overwatch 24/7 is the centerpiece of High Wire Networks’ Managed Security Services Marketplace.  With an affordable subscription, our security experts monitor, detect, and respond to threats on your behalf, around […]

Outcome-driven Cybersecurity

What outcomes can you (& your customers) expect from Overwatch Managed Security?

How Will Government Regulations Impact MSPs?

CTO David Barton on how government regulations will impact MSPs.

Why Has Cybersecurity Shifted to Open XDR?

The cornerstone of Overwatch Managed Security combines AI-powered Everything Detection and Response (XDR) technology with the expertise of the Overwatch 24/7 Security Operation Center (SOC) to effectively cut through the […]

Do all MSSPs offer a 24×7 SOC?

While some MSSPs offer 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC), others don’t. One question we get from MSPs and IT Firms as they look to outsource managed security services is, “what […]

High Wire Networks Named to MSSP Alert’s Top 250 MSSPs List for 2021

Fifth-Annual List Honors Leading MSSP, MDR and SOCaaS Cybersecurity Companies Worldwide MSSP Alert, published by After Nines Inc., has named High Wire Networks and the cybersecurity division, Overwatch Managed Security, […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Ep.16: How to Unlock End-to-End Security with Open XDR

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High Wire Networks Reports Record Revenue Gains in July for Managed Cybersecurity Division

MRR Up 22% Month over Month and Total Revenue Up 41% for Overwatch Managed Security Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced that High Wire Networks […]

Overwatch 24/7 Monitors and Detects “Everything”?

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Spectrum Global Solutions Shows Positive Operating Income and Increased Net Shareholder Equity, Working Towards Market Uplisting

Significant Second Quarter Gains Lay Foundation for Long-term Success BOCA RATON, Fla, Aug. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), today reported second […]

Cyber Insurance

Debunking Myths About Cyber Insurance

In a recent episode of our Cybersecurity Simplified podcast, we talked about how the risks of ransomware are becoming too high for some cyber insurance companies. But the ramifications of […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Ep.15: The Case for Managed Security Services

In this episode of Cybersecurity Simplified, we’ll discuss the case for managed security services.

Cybersecurity Simplified-Ep.14: Why It’s Time for a Patch Management Makeover

Fixing software bugs is critical to keeping bad actors out. It’s a continuous process called Patch Management. While its purpose is to keep systems up to date, the practice itself […]

How Does Overwatch 24/7 Bring Value to My MSP?

How does Overwatch 24/7 bring value to your MSP? CTO DavidBarton offers this one-minute answer.

Overwatch 24/7 (SOC as a Service)

Having the right cybersecurity tools is important but how they’re managed is even more important. Are your tools giving you insight and visibility on a daily basis? Who is responding […]

Cybersecurity Simplified – Episode 13: Is the Risk of Ransomware too High for Cyber Insurance?

Recently, some cyber insurance companies have switched sides in the debate, refusing to reimburse ransomware payments to cybercriminals. In this episode of Cybersecurity Simplified, we’ll discuss this trend and what […]

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