--- title: Latest stories from Lee Pender description: Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity and cyber protection news, research, vulnerabilities, threats and computer attacks. canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/11/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-27 --- [Acronis Blog](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/) [Authors](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/) Lee Pender ![Image 1: Lee Pender](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/96b4b6d9ceee3c624b79f42543d1d633.png) Lee Pender Senior Content Marketing Manager [leeaverittpender](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeaverittpender/) [](https://leepender.com/) Lee was a journalist in the technology industry for 15 years, writing for and managing publications that served both IT and partner audiences. His experience as a corporate content creator includes tenures with an MSP and a provider of tax-compliance services. He writes about a variety of topics for Acronis, including cybersecurity trends, MSP management, emerging technologies and product updates. # Latest stories from Lee Pender [03 February 2025 — 3 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 2: Acronis channel leader earns CRN Channel Chief designation for fourth consecutive year](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/910fd025c2c9a605578539c25ddf5482.png) Acronis channel leader earns CRN Channel Chief designation for fourth consecutive year For the fourth consecutive year, CRN has recognized Alex Ruslyakov, head of the global channel organization at Acronis, as a Channel Chief.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-channel-leader-earns-crn-channel-chief-designation-for-fourth-consecutive-year/) [30 January 2025 — 6 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 3: A brief history of RMM: Where it started and the factors shaping it today](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/48e09d2aac100d2add757d774cfd7500.png) A brief history of RMM: Where it started and the factors shaping it today Remote monitoring and management (RMM) is at a crossroads. It's still critical to MSPs, though, and it’s poised for a reinvention that will propel the MSP business model into the future. The evolution of RMM provides context and a roadmap for where the technology is headed.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/a-brief-history-of-rmm-where-it-started-and-the-factors-shaping-it-today/) [15 January 2025 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 4: Overcoming tool sprawl in Microsoft 365 managed services](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/54cf55c960c44f92dff5d5b2b3381396.png) Un-break your business model: Benchmarks and tools for MSPs For MSPs facing numerous and mounting challenges, maintaining a robust and resilient business model is essential for survival and advancement. MSPs need to embrace strategies and tools that can help them achieve financial stability and operational efficiency.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/un-break-your-business-model-benchmarks-and-tools-for-msps/) [08 January 2025 — 2 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 5: Acronis names Gerald Beuchelt as Chief Information Security Officer](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/ce78ec6f81568643d76844ef28facab9.png) Acronis names Gerald Beuchelt as Chief Information Security Officer Acronis has named Gerald Beuchelt as its new CISO. He will play a pivotal role in expanding Acronis' influence in the cybersecurity community.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-names-gerald-beuchelt-as-chief-information-security-officer/) [05 December 2024 — 8 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 6: 2025 cybersecurity expert predictions: AI, IoT, ZTA and more](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/f220761ad1eec53b019145f9d8af86f6.png) 2025 cybersecurity expert predictions: AI, IoT, ZTA and more Cybersecurity experts from Acronis share their predictions for the biggest threats and trends that MSPs and businesses should prepare for in 2025.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/2025-cybersecurity-expert-predictions-ai-iot-zta-and-more/) [21 November 2024 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 7: MSPs, is cybersecurity slowing your network performance?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/304eff2a0c3f19b3de8518eeadd9b218.png) MSPs, is cybersecurity slowing your network performance? Anything that slows your network is a problem for you as an MSP. In the case of cybersecurity, solving this problem is a necessity. Security solutions can slow your network and frustrate clients. Learn how to stay safe and speedy.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/msps-is-cybersecurity-slowing-your-network-performance/) [14 November 2024 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 8: Black Friday cybersecurity: How to get endpoint protection right in 2025](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/0c00509cc844e8cab5e56f31c35286a8.png) Black Friday cybersecurity: How to get endpoint protection right in 2025 Updated for 2025: Black Friday is a minefield for cybersecurity, and the busy retail season isn’t just a consumer problem. With employees using work devices for personal use and ignoring security hygiene, the risk of a breach is extremely high.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/black-friday-cybersecurity-how-to-get-endpoint-protection-right/) [12 November 2024 — 5 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 9: Canalys recognizes Acronis' rapid growth and momentum in the RMM and PSA markets](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/356ad4eda4c4215e62adc16d08b52a0c.png) Canalys recognizes Acronis' rapid growth and momentum in the RMM and PSA markets Canalys, a technology market analyst firm focused on the channel, recently identified Acronis as a vendor of remote monitoring and management (RMM) and professional services automation (PSA) solutions that is well positioned for market growth and leadership. Learn how Acronis is establishing itself in RMM and PSA with natively integrated solutions.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/canalys-recognizes-acronis-rapid-growth-and-momentum-in-the-rmm-and-psa-markets/) [07 November 2024 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 10: How does security awareness training keep MSPs out of trouble?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/bef2db0bee9ebb306de3c2713638af80.png) How does security awareness training keep MSPs out of trouble? Security awareness training is effective when it's designed and implemented correctly. For MSPs, it represents not only an opportunity to boost client protection and drive revenue but also to stay out of trouble by reducing liability in case of a data breach and helping clients meet cyber insurance prerequisites. Learn why security awareness training can be a major asset in an MSPs list of services.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-does-security-awareness-training-keep-msps-out-of-trouble/) [06 November 2024 — 5 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 11: Highlights from MSP Global 2024 in Barcelona](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/e19e251eacaa603ebbd49ca0ba33763b.png) Highlights from MSP Global 2024 in Barcelona Two words dominated the show floor at MSP Global 2024: Go native. But what does that mean? It’s a reference to natively integrated cybersecurity, data protection and endpoint management offered in a single, comprehensive solution. In this blog, we reflect on key takeaways from the exciting and eye-opening event.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/highlights-from-msp-global-2024-in-barcelona/) [04 November 2024 — 6 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 12: Overcoming tool sprawl in Microsoft 365 managed services](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/54cf55c960c44f92dff5d5b2b3381396.png) Overcoming tool sprawl in Microsoft 365 managed services Microsoft itself does not — and, in fact, does not claim to secure Microsoft 365 data. Acronis Cyber Platform offers MSPs the consolidated, comprehensive and natively integrated solution they need to protect clients and redistribute resources.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/overcoming-tool-sprawl-in-microsoft-365-managed-services/) [01 November 2024 — 3 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 13: Acronis awards outstanding partners at Acronis Partner Day](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/df878684bf7acce876f62487ed97f6d2.png) Acronis awards outstanding partners at Acronis Partner Day At Acronis Partner Day in Barcelona in October, Acronis CEO Ezequiel Steiner joined Chief Sales Officer Katya Ivanova in honoring partners during the Acronis #CyberFit Partner Awards ceremony.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-awards-outstanding-partners-at-acronis-partner-day/) [1](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/1/)...[6](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/6/) [7](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/7/) [8](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/8/) [9](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/9/) [10](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/10/) [11](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/11/) [12](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/page/12/)