New Year, New Email Scams: Tips to Protect Your Business Against Phishing in 2026
As we kick off 2026, cybercriminals are kicking things up a notch, too. Email phishing scams, especially highly targeted spear phishing attacks, are becoming more convincing, more personalized, and harder for busy employees to spot. The rise of phishing email scams can be especially dangerous for small businesses. One wrong click can expose sensitive financial information, compromise accounts, or even directly drain funds. And because small teams often juggle many tasks at once, scammers know they’re more likely to catch someone off guard. Here’s what you need to know about how modern phishing attacks work and what your business can do to stay protected.