December 12th, 2023

New Email Authentication Requirements from Google and Yahoo: What You Need to Know

Google and Yahoo have recently announced their latest updates aimed at reducing spam and spoofed emails. These updates affect everyone sending emails to Google or Yahoo users. They apply fundamental authentication requirements to regular email, and further requirements apply to those sending higher volumes of bulk emails. These new requirements apply to all email platforms […]

December 12th, 2023

Understanding DNS Configurations for Email Security: A Guide to SPF, DKIM, and DMARC Records

In the vast digital landscape, email has evolved from a simple means of communication to a critical component of business operations and personal interactions. However, email’s convenience and efficiency also open the door to many security threats, ranging from phishing attacks to spoofing. To fortify the defenses of your email infrastructure and protect your organization’s […]

December 5th, 2023

Send Secure Emails: Alternatives to Web Portals

Digital technologies have entirely shifted how individuals want to interact with their healthcare providers. As consumers have become used to emailing or texting with their hairstylists, mechanics, and other providers to schedule appointments, they want to have the same level of interaction with their healthcare providers. However, many healthcare organizations find it challenging to deliver […]

November 28th, 2023

Understanding the HIPAA Requirements for Email Encryption

If you are in the healthcare field, you may have wondered what HIPAA’s exact requirements are regarding email encryption. Understandably, not many people are willing to read the 115 pages of the simplified regulation text, so the question often goes unanswered. The good news is that we have parsed them for you. We’ve trawled through […]

November 21st, 2023

HIPAA-Compliant Email Marketing: FAQ

Email is an essential channel for most marketers. However, HIPAA regulations raise many questions for healthcare marketers who need to execute email marketing campaigns without violating patient privacy. HIPAA is a complicated law that offers a lot of guidance but does not require the use of any specific technologies to protect patient privacy. The ambiguity […]