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You want to do everything in your power to shield your business against a ransomware attack, right? So it’s about time you implemented this simple and highly effective protection…
Imagine arriving at work tomorrow to find all your files gone.
Not just missing—but encrypted. Locked away by cybercriminals demanding a hefty ransom to release them.
This isn’t a hypothetical. It’s ransomware. And it’s escalating.
In the first quarter of 2025 alone, ransomware attacks surged by 84% compared to the same period last year.
It’s no longer a question of if your business will be targeted, but when.
In fact, two-thirds of businesses have already been hit in the past two years. It’s a sobering statistic—and a wake-up call. Is your business prepared?
Here’s the good news: there’s a highly effective way to protect your data—immutable backup storage.
But before we get to that, a quick reminder of what ransomware is: a cyberattack where criminals infiltrate your systems, encrypt your data, and demand payment to unlock it.
It’s brutal. And it’s evolving.
Today’s attackers don’t just go after your live data—they target your backups too. Research shows that 96% of ransomware victims in the last two years had their backups compromised.
That’s why immutable backup storage is so critical.
“Immutable” means unchangeable. Once your backup data is written, it can’t be altered, deleted, or overwritten—not even by someone with admin rights.
So even if attackers breach your systems, they can’t touch these backups. It’s like locking your most valuable data in a vault—one that only you can open when needed.
Traditionally, this meant using air-gapped, offline storage. But now, cloud-based solutions offer the same level of protection—without the hardware headaches.
So why isn’t everyone using it?
Despite 81% of IT professionals agreeing it’s the best defence against ransomware, only 59% of businesses have adopted it. That gap is worrying.
Security hardening—firewalls, antivirus, access controls—is essential. But if ransomware gets through (and it often does), your backups are your last line of defence.
They need to be untouchable.
It’s about adopting a “breach mentality”—assuming an attack will happen, and planning for recovery, not just prevention.
Investing in immutable backup storage is one of the smartest moves you can make. When the worst happens, being able to restore your data quickly—without paying a ransom—could be the difference between a bad day and a business-ending disaster.
Need help getting started with immutable storage or reviewing your backup strategy? My team and I are here to help. Let’s talk.
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For many landlords and building managers, the word “wayleave” feels like the responsible route whenever a fibre circuit is being installed on their property. It sounds formal and safe – a neat legal box to tick.
In many cases, however, a wayleave adds unnecessary complexity and delays, frustrates tenants, and can expose landlords to long-term legal risks.
At Vorboss, we’ve connected thousands of office spaces across London without a wayleave, keeping landlords in full control and getting tenants online faster.
What is a wayleave?
A wayleave is a written agreement between a landowner and a telecoms operator. It gives the operator permission to install and keep equipment on private property.
What many people don’t realise is that signing a wayleave also activates “Code rights” under the Electronic Communications Code. These rights go beyond simple permission, they give the operator legal powers to stay on the property indefinitely, access it when needed, and even refuse removal of their equipment in certain situations.
For a typical connection into a commercial building in London, a wayleave can make the fibre installation process slower, more expensive, and limit the landlord’s flexibility long term.
Why a wayleave isn’t required for standard in-building fibre connections
For a standard in-building fibre connection serving a tenant, a wayleave isn’t a legal requirement. Important protections, like building access, fire safety, repairing any damage, and removing equipment, are already covered by the tenant’s lease and usual building rules.
If no wayleave is signed, no Code rights are triggered, meaning the landlord retains full control and the installation exists under a simple, fully revocable licence.
In practice, this gives landlords far more protection and flexibility:
- No legal lock-in – the telecoms operator has no long-term rights to stay or refuse removal.
- Landlords keep full control – equipment can be moved or removed when the building changes.
- Faster fibre installation – no time lost in drafting contracts or solicitor reviews.
- Happier tenants – connections go live quicker; tenants get to move in faster.
By contrast, signing a wayleave and granting Code rights introduces a complex and expensive legal process for any fibre removal or relocation. This can take at least 18 months, plus potential court or tribunal proceedings, making it slower, and far less flexible for the landlord.
Public services across central London are evolving, and the City of London Corporation is leading the way.
Whether you work, live or study in the Square Mile, you’ll soon feel the difference that faster, more dependable connectivity brings.
What is the Future Network Programme?
The City of London Corporation is rolling out the Future Network Programme, a major project to modernise its entire digital infrastructure and bring everything under one unified network.
From offices and schools to iconic green spaces like Hampstead Heath, cultural destinations like the Barbican, and historic markets such as Leadenhall and Old Spitalfields, this upgrade will mean more reliable connectivity across the City’s buildings and public spaces.
It also extends to essential services, including critical sites run by the City of London Police. This enhanced connectivity will support everything from secure communication systems to faster, more resilient networks for emergency operations.
Leading this transformation is Roc Technologies, supported by Juniper Networks and Palo Alto Networks; all powered by the Vorboss fibre network. Together, we’re bringing the City onto a modern digital foundation that’s ready to support its future.
Who the Future Network Programme benefits and how?
The programme is designed for everyone who depends on public services in the Square Mile:
- Students in City-run schools will have fast, reliable connectivity to fully access digital learning tools.
- Public-sector teams will experience smoother hybrid working, better access to online platforms, and more efficient collaboration across locations.
- Residents and visitors will see improvements in public Wi-Fi, digital services, and online access in libraries, community hubs, and other shared spaces.
- The City of London Police will gain a more secure, faster and resilient network that enhances CCTV reliability and enables more effective frontline operations.
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