EP 58 - Doug Poirier, Founder Protection in the Digital Age

The current technology and software we as a society think is “new” or “emerging” has actually been around for at least 20-30 years.  It just wasn’t released to the general public.  The stealth bomber was developed in the late 1950s but wasn’t released publicly until 1989.  The touchscreen technology we use nowadays was created in 1965 but wasn’t released until 2007 to the public.  And the new thing is, there’s new tech coming online every single day, and with it, there are things we have to have in place to protect ourselves. Doug Poirier is the Owner of Umbral Technologies, is an Entrepreneur, Author, and Publisher helping keep citizens up to date and safe with the latest technology. In this episode, Doug and Lori take a deep dive talking about everything technology, protection, and the best way to keep yourself, your business, and your family from being scammed by the monsters of this world.  What You’ll Learn:Places where scammers will try to access your dataA few tips, tricks, and how to protect your accounts online One powerful download that will allow you to protect all your passwordsHow to create contingencies to protect yourself against the most savvy hackersPhishing scams to be on the lookout for that’s costing people tons of money Why it’s important to use a Virtual Private Network The importance of keeping your children safe online Who Instagram is used by and what it’s forThe benefits of working remotely Lori and Doug talk a little about what it means to be neurodivergent in today’s world  Connect with Doug: Umbral Technologies LinkedInFacebook HOW TO GET INVOLVED: All About the Benefits is a podcast that uncovers the transformative power of unearthing your inner superpowers.  We’re here to explore the incredible benefits of digging deep within ourselves. Uncover hidden strengths and untapped abilities that lie within each and every one of us.  Whether you’re seeking personal growth or looking to make a lasting impact on the world, this podcast is your guide to unleashing your inner superhero.  Be sure to catch this and other profound episodes of All About the Benefits in Apple Podcasts.