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Beware: Cyber attacks are on the rise – and they’re targeting businesses like yours all the time. Here’s why you should be concerned…
Do you feel like cyber attacks are becoming more frequent?
You're not imagining it.
Cyber attacks are indeed on the rise and have become the top concern for many businesses globally. From ransomware and data breaches to IT disruptions that halt operations, these threats are causing sleepless nights for business owners – and for good reason.
Imagine losing access to your customer database, having sensitive information leaked, or being locked out of your systems until a ransom is paid. These scenarios are not just hypothetical; they are the daily reality for businesses of all sizes.
The impact of a cyber attack on your business can be devastating, leading to financial loss, a damaged reputation, and costly downtime while you recover.
Advancements in technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), have equipped cyber criminals with more sophisticated tools, making it easier for them to launch attacks.
Cyber incidents are a major cause of business interruption, where operations come to a standstill due to unexpected events like glitches and cyber attacks. As our reliance on digital tools grows, so does the need to protect them.
But there's good news. While cyber threats are evolving, so are the tools designed to combat them. AI-powered technologies can provide better insights, detect threats earlier, and enable faster responses.
However, even with advanced tools, the human element remains crucial. Your employees need to understand the risks and be trained to recognize potential threats, whether it's a suspicious email or unusual activity in your systems.
So, how concerned should you be about cyber attacks?
Very.
But that's a good thing. The more aware you are of these serious threats, the better you can protect your business. The key is to be proactive. Stay informed, invest in strong security measures, and make your team one of your greatest defenses.
If this sounds overwhelming, don't worry; we can help prepare your employees and make your systems safer. Get in touch.
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This special edition of our Leading London series brings together the partners behind the rollout of the City of London Corporation’s new unified network, a major upgrade designed to strengthen public services and improve connectivity across the Square Mile and beyond.
The panel included:
- Sam Collins, Assistant Director of Digital and Data, City of London Corporation
- Chelsea Chamberlin, Chief Technology Officer, Roc Technologies
- Scott McKinnon, Chief Security Officer, Palo Alto Networks
- Rhod Morgan, Chief Operations Officer, Vorboss
- Elliot Townsend, Senior Director, Juniper Networks
- Christa Elizabeth Norton, Marketing Director, Roc Technologies
Together, they explored how the new network will improve public services, strengthen cyber resilience and support a more connected, future-ready City.
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.
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