Kickstarting 2026: Cybersecurity Hot Topics Every Small Business Must Know
Sheila Lamb
February 12, 2026
The new year brings NEW cyber risks for small businesses. From ransomware and phishing to AI-driven scams and supply chain vulnerabilities, today’s threat landscape is evolving faster than ever.
This webinar covers the most pressing cybersecurity topics affecting small businesses in 2026, including:
- ransomware trends,
- business email compromise,
- data privacy obligations,
- third-party risk,
- and the growing impact of artificial intelligence on cyber threats.
The session focuses on practical, cost-effective actions small businesses can take to reduce risk, protect operations, and build trust with customers and partners.
Speaker: Quiana Gainey, Virginia SBDC Cyber Industry Expert
The Virginia Small Business Development Centers provides support for small companies to keep your business secure by offering one-on-one counseling, assessments, and webinars to learn how to protect your businesses from cyber threats.
