Computers around the world failed on Friday, crippling businesses and shutting down everything from airlines and television networks to emergency and hospital services. Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike (CRWD) said an error in one of its software updates for Microsoft’s (MSFT) Windows knocked systems offline. The incident sent companies and government agencies across the globe into chaos, as they were unable to access the computer programs necessary for continued operations. (more)

The IRS on Thursday issued final regulations (T.D. 10001) that update the rules for required minimum distributions (RMDs) from qualified plans; Sec. 403(b) annuity contracts, custodial accounts, and retirement income accounts; individual retirement accounts and annuities (IRAs); and certain eligible deferred compensation plans. The final regulations reflect changes made to Sec. 401(s)(9)... (more)

An average employee uses around 2.5 devices for work. So, imagine an organization with a thousand employees. That's a whopping 2500 endpoints, or rather, 2500 different ways an attacker can breach your organization. Now, while IT and security teams are working tirelessly to keep these endpoints secure, it often boils down to the employees and how much they understand the value of good cyber hygiene. (more)

The notion of romantic love is a relatively modern concept. Centuries ago, and even in some cultures today, marriage is, above all, an economic contract. Yet modern marriage remains the merging of financial lives; the financial implications cannot be overlooked. This is where prenuptial and postnuptial agreements come into play. These legal documents can serve as essential tools in financial planning, providing a clear framework for asset management and protection. (more)