February Insights – Security & Perseverance at The Olympics, New Phishing Detection Features and Finding Your Next Phase of Growth
Happy February, friends.
I hope everyone has had a great start to the new year and that January treated you kindly! Things are back into motion now, and excited to dive into the articles I have for you this month.
The 2026 Winter Olympics are on, and I came across a couple articles that were especially relevant! From the technology protecting the Games behind the scenes to the perseverance it takes for these amazing athletes to compete at this level, this month has a lot of great reads.
Hope you enjoy this selection!
Michael
Cybersecurity / Technology Articles
Since we’re welcoming the 2026 Winter Olympics, this is a neat look behind the scenes at the technology side of things. This article goes inside Italy’s cyber command centre and shows how they’re using AI to defend against threats tied to the 2026 Games. It’s a great reminder that massive global events are more than the athletes and sports we see, there’s an enormous amount of data and infrastructure that needs protecting too.
Inside Italy’s cyber command as it braces for AI-driven threats to the Winter Games
I’ve said it before and I try not to sound like a broken record, but password managers are one of the simplest, and most effective security tools out there for both businesses and individuals alike. That’s why it’s great to see companies like 1Password continuing to invest in new features that will help protect you from real-world threats like phishing! This new update will add another layer of awareness by flagging suspicious websites and can stop credentials from auto-filling when something doesn’t look right. Of course, nothing is foolproof, but I’m excited to see this feature rollout to all users.
1Password is introducing a new phishing prevention feature
There’s a new social network in town, but with a very unique twist. Moltbook is a new platform that’s designed solely for AI agents… not humans. This platform launched late last month, and let’s AI post and comment, just like you would find on Reddit. On the surface, it appears as though these AI agents are acting on their own, when the reality is more complicated. I highly recommend heading over to this article to learn more; it’s incredible how quickly innovation moves.
What is the ‘social media network for AI’ Moltbook?
Leadership & Personal Growth
If you’re in need of some inspiration, this piece is well worth the read. It focuses on the perseverance of Olympic athletes: years of setbacks, discipline and consistency are what make their success possible. From a leadership perspective, it’s a great reminder that growth and progress doesn’t always show up in a grand way; the best results actually come from showing up, doing the work, and sticking with it even when no one is watching. That mindset can be applied to a personal goal, professional goal, or building a team or business just as much as it does to competing at the highest level.
2026 Olympics: 3 Unexpected Lessons Every Leader Should Steal
This article does a great job of reinforcing something I see often: the next phase of growth rarely comes from doing more of the same. The best CEOs stay curious. They listen closely to customers. They watch how the market is shifting, and they aren’t afraid to question what’s worked in the past. What stands out to me in this article is how intentional this mindset needs to be. Growth doesn’t just show up; it’s found by the leaders who make the time to step back, look ahead and keep learning.
How the Best CEOs Find the Next Phase of Growth
Partner Spotlight – Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce
This month, we’d like to spotlight The Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce. They do an incredible job supporting local businesses through advocacy, education, and helps create meaningful connections. We’re very impressed with the value they bring to the Saskatoon community and economy, and happy to announce that 365 Technologies has joined as a member! Looking forward to being part of such a strong and engaged business network in Saskatoon.
Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce
Events
February 4 – Chamber on Tap: Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce
February 11 – MBIZ Breakfast: The State of Healthcare
February 17 – A Conversation with Minister Steven MacKinnon
On the Blog This Month:
