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Associated Press
16-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Security Double Standard? Young Consumers Reuse Passwords, Expect Businesses to Be Fort Knox
TEMPE, Ariz., July 16, 2025 /3BL/ -- A new GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY) survey reveals a surprising paradox among younger consumers: while Gen Z and Millennials appear less concerned about protecting themselves online, they have little tolerance for businesses that fall short on security. In the latest GoDaddy Consumer Pulse* survey of 1,500 U.S. consumers, 42% of Gen Z and 40% of Millennial respondents admit they would not immediately change their passwords or credit card information after being notified of a data breach at a business they use—if they act at all. In contrast, 72% of Gen X and Boomers would take immediate action. Meanwhile, these same younger consumers are the first to walk away when a business fails to protect their data. Consumers assess business credibility with a fine-tooth combMost consumers (68%) surveyed expect small businesses to maintain the same level of digital security as large corporations or better. A website with misspelled or grammatically incorrect words, broken links, a poor design, slow load times, or an unfriendly mobile user experience rank among the top five red flags that deter consumer purchases. However, younger generations find a few things more concerning than older shoppers: 'With younger consumers, you might not get more than one chance to earn their trust,' said Dennis Smith, director of security go-to-market at GoDaddy. 'They assume some risk but expect businesses to take responsibility for keeping their data safe. If small businesses don't invest in a secure, professional online presence and clearly demonstrate to their customers how they're protecting their data, these younger shoppers will take their business elsewhere.' Consumers lack cybersecurity hygieneAlthough more than 1 in 3 (38%) consumers report they have been a victim of identity theft in the past, people across all generations have quite relaxed security habits. The majority of consumers (61%) repeat passwords across their various accounts—a habit slightly more common among Gen Z and Millennials compared to Gen X and Boomers. Notably, 69% of consumers also do not check if a website has a secure padlock icon before making online purchases. Personal risk is perceived as inevitableThe findings suggest a growing sense of cybersecurity fatigue among consumers. While 65% of all consumers say they're more concerned about online security than they were five years ago, a small subset of younger consumers (21% of Gen Z and 16% of Millennials) report being less concerned than they were five years ago, compared to 7% of Gen X and Boomers. Meanwhile, the majority (67%) of consumers believe that their personal information is already on the dark web. 'The data points to classic signs of consumers feeling overwhelmed,' said Smith. 'Businesses that can step in to take security concerns off consumers' plates will build deep loyalty, while those that ignore or downplay security risks will forfeit long–term growth.' What can small businesses do?The survey found consumers are more likely to remain loyal to businesses that respond to breaches with transparency and extend support to their customers. There are some simple, cost-effective changes small businesses can implement to improve consumers' perception of their business. For example, they can test that their website loads quickly and renders well across Apple and Android mobile devices. Or they can upgrade to an email address that matches their business's domain name, if they don't already use one. To help small businesses protect their website, GoDaddy offers a suite of security solutions—from Website Security firewall bundles to a range of SSL certificates and Managed SSL plans. These tools, paired with sound security practices, can help businesses of every size meet rising consumer expectations. To learn more about GoDaddy and its products, visit *GoDaddy Consumer Pulse is a series of surveys of consumers ages 18 and above conducted throughout the year. About GoDaddyGoDaddy helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start, grow, and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a website and logo, sell their products and services and accept payments. GoDaddy Airo®, the company's AI-powered experience, makes growing a small business faster and easier by helping them to get their idea online in minutes, drive traffic and boost sales. GoDaddy's expert guides are available 24/7 to provide assistance. To learn more about the company, visit Source: GoDaddy Inc. Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from GoDaddy
Global News
10-07-2025
- Climate
- Global News
67-year-old man dies in extreme heat while hiking Grand Canyon
A 67-year-old man died Tuesday in the Grand Canyon National Park while hiking on a trail in extreme heat, according to park officials. The Grand Canyon National Park Service said on July 8, at approximately 11:50 a.m., the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a report of an unresponsive hiker on the South Kaibab Trail, below Cedar Ridge. Park officials said that bystanders immediately initiated CPR on the hiker, who was not identified, while National Park Service medical personnel and volunteers responded on foot. 'All attempts to resuscitate the individual were unsuccessful,' National Park Service confirmed in a press release. The hiker was from Alvarado, Texas and was attempting to reach the Colorado River for an overnight stay at Phantom Ranch, a lodge at the bottom of the canyon. He had turned around at Skeleton Point and was making his way back up the trail when the incident occurred, according to reports. Story continues below advertisement 'In the summer, temperatures on exposed parts of the trail can exceed 120°F (49°C) in the shade, creating extremely hazardous conditions for hikers,' park officials warned in a statement. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'In addition to the heat, pre-existing medical conditions can compound physical stress, making summer hiking particularly risky, especially during the peak heat hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.' Park rangers are strongly advising against hiking in the inner canyon during those hours and urging all visitors to 'take extreme caution when planning hikes during the summer months.' An investigation into the incident is being conducted by the National Park Service with the Coconino County Medical Examiner. This isn't the first heat-related death at the Grand Canyon this year. In May, Dennis Smith, 74, of Olympia, Wash., died while hiking the North Kaibab Trail. Story continues below advertisement He was pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts by bystanders and National Park Service personnel to resuscitate, according to a press release. Smith, who was considered an 'avid and experienced hiker,' was attempting a Rim-to-Rim hike from the South Rim to the North Rim, the press release added. Following his death, the National Park Service warned visitors about the extreme heat in the inner canyon 'making it critical for hikers to take proper precautions.' 'Hikers and backpackers attempting rigorous distances, such as rim to rim, through the inner canyon are encouraged to be self-reliant to prevent emergency situations for themselves and responders. Be aware that efforts to assist hikers may be delayed due to limited staff, the number of rescue calls, and employee safety requirements,' it said.
Cision Canada
10-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Micrologic recognized as a Representative Vendor on the 2025 Gartner® Market Guide for Digital Sovereignty Solutions Français
QUEBEC CITY, July 10, 2025 /CNW/ - Micrologic, a 100% Canadian-owned company who has built a sovereign cloud, is proud to announce that Gartner has recognized Micrologic as a Representative Vendor on the 2025 Gartner® Market Guide for Digital Sovereignty Solutions. We believe that this acknowledgment underscores Micrologic's commitment to providing secure, true sovereign cloud solutions that meet the highest standards of data sovereignty. As digital sovereignty becomes increasingly critical for organizations in the current geopolitical context, Micrologic continues to lead the way in delivering trusted and compliant cloud services tailored to the unique needs of large public and private organizations in the country. "As a leader in digital sovereignty solutions in Canada, we are excited to be acknowledged by Gartner. This recognition reflects our unwavering dedication to providing large public and private organizations with secure, sovereign cloud infrastructure that empowers them to innovate and grow with confidence. As the only Canadian provider in this category, we are proud to support the digital transformation of businesses across Canada while ensuring their data is subject exclusively to Canadian laws ‒ a major advantage in the face of growing threats of foreign interference", said Stephane Garneau, President & CEO of Micrologic. Gartner, Market Guide for Digital Sovereignty Solutions, By Dennis Smith, Rene Buest, Alessandro Galimberti, 5 May 2025 GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and is used herein with permission. All rights reserved. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. About Micrologic Micrologic is a Canadian company that has been driving the digital transformation large private and public organizations for over 40 years. They have developed a Canadian sovereign cloud, which is powered by sustainable energy and is equipped with strict certifications. With a pan-Canadian expansion plan involving $150 million in investments, the company has increased its revenue tenfold over the past decade, generating over $1.5 billion in revenue. The company's president, Stéphane Garneau, has been recognized as CEO of the Year by Les Affaires and the Association québécoise des technologies, and was a finalist in the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
USA Today
10-07-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Man dies while hiking Grand Canyon trail in extreme heat
A 67-year-old man hiking in the Grand Canyon National Park died on a trail while hiking in extreme heat, which possibly caused hazardous conditions. The Grand Canyon National Park Service said that at about 11:50 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a report of an unresponsive hiker. The hiker was a 67-year-old man from Alvarado, Texas, Park Service said. He had attempted to reach the Colorado River to spend the night at Phantom Ranch. The man was hiking through the South Kaibab Trail in Arizona, according to officials. The trail is only accessible by walking, bicycle or a shuttle that leaves the Grand Canyon's Visitor Center. Phantom Ranch is a 15-mile round-trip that takes around two days, according to the National Park Service, NPS. The South Kaibab Trail can also be used for shorter hikes, "but the openness of this trail lends itself to extreme heat during the summer months and little to no protection from passing storms," NPS states on its website. Bystanders provided CPR Officials said that bystanders began CPR while National Park Service and medical personnel arrived on foot. All attempts to resuscitate the man were unsuccessful, Park Service officials said. According to the Park Service, the hiker turned around at Skeleton Point and was making his way back up the trail when the incident occurred. The Park Service and Coconino County medical examiner have begun an investigation. "In the summer, temperatures on exposed parts of the trail can exceed 120 degrees in the shade, creating extremely hazardous conditions for hikers," the Park Service said. "In addition to the heat, pre-existing medical conditions can compound physical stress, making summer hiking particularly risky, especially during the peak heat hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m." The Park Service strongly advised against hiking in the inner canyon between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and urged all visitors to take extreme caution when hiking in the summer months. Heat: European heatwave caused 2,300 deaths, scientists estimate Other heat-related hiker deaths this year In May, another hiker, Dennis Smith, 74, from Olympia, Washington, died while hiking the North Kaibab Trail in the Grand Canyon, stated the NPS in a press release. He was pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts by bystanders and NPS personnel to resuscitate him. The trail is located on the Inner Canyon and is considered to be the most difficult of the major trails in the Inner Canyon, according to NPS. Smith, who was considered an "avid and experienced hiker," was attempting to hike a Rim-to-Rim hike from the South Rim to the North Rim. After the man's death, the NPS warned visitors to be cautious of the heat as temperatures near 100 degrees. "Hikers and backpackers attempting rigorous distances, such as rim to rim, through the inner canyon are encouraged to be self-reliant to prevent emergency situations for themselves and responders," the NPS stated. "Be aware that efforts to assist hikers may be delayed due to limited staff, the number of rescue calls, and employee safety requirements." Also in May, a 33-year-old man died and four others were rescued while hiking in an Arizona mountain range. The hikers told first responders that they had been on the trail for six hours, Sophie Boukatch, the Superstition Fire & Medical District's Public Information Officer, told USA TODAY. How to stay safe during extreme heat People facing extreme heat should do the following, according to the National Weather Service, NWS: Contributing: Anthony Robledo, Melina Khan, USA TODAY Julia is a trending reporter for USA TODAY. Connect with her on LinkedIn,X, Instagram and TikTok: @juliamariegz, or email her at jgomez@
CTV News
05-07-2025
- Business
- CTV News
B.C. judge says concerns ‘overblown' in court challenge to Squamish townhouse project
Apartments, condos and houses are seen in downtown Squamish, B.C., on Thursday, June 26, 2025. (Darryl Dyck / The Canadian Press) VANCOUVER — The B.C. Supreme Court says concerns raised by Squamish, B.C., residents in a legal challenge to a townhouse development project are 'overblown,' paving the way for high-density housing in one of the country's fastest-growing communities. A ruling issued Thursday says Dennis and Andrea Smith wanted to stop a four-unit townhouse project from being built on a neighbouring property, claiming a 'building scheme' from 1959 only allows for single family homes to be built on the lot. The court ruling says the developer behind the project, Clearwater Park GP Inc., sought to cancel or modify the scheme to allow the project to go ahead. It says the homeowners opposed the townhouse project because it will 'change the character of the neighbourhood,' impacting their privacy, increasing traffic and reducing pedestrian safety. The judge's decision says 'circumstances have changed' since the creation of the 1959 building scheme, and it has been 'widely ignored' for years, allowing residents to conduct renovations and build secondary suites. Judge Frits Verhoeven's ruling says the building scheme is therefore 'obsolete' and the company has a development permit from the District of Squamish, rejecting the Smiths' bid to halt the project and agreeing to cancel the building scheme at the heart of the court challenge. 'I am not without sympathy for the desire of the Smiths and other property owners and residents of the area to preserve their neighbourhood as it is, including in particular its single family, low-density nature,' Judge Verhoeven wrote. " However, in relation to the exercise of the court's residual discretion, the need of the community for additional housing is also relevant." The ruling says Squamish is among Canada's 10 fastest-growing communities, with its population growing more than 22 per cent between 2016 and 2021. The ruling says its population was just under 24,000 people in 2021, and is forecasted to grow past 40,000 by 2040. 'Consideration of the public interest does not favour the position of the Smiths that the court should refuse to cancel the building scheme,' the court ruled. This report by Darryl Greer of The Canadian Press was first published July 5, 2025.
