August Security Roundup: Three Ways “We Have Backups” Failed
Hosting providers did not spend August learning that they need backups. They spent it learning that a completed backup job and a recoverable system are not the same thing. A copy can exist and still fail you when the systems required to reach it are unavailable, when the same credentials protect production and recovery, or when the environment around the backup has already been compromised. That was the pattern across several incidents this month. The…
Partner Spotlight: IpHost
A Conversation with the IpHost Team Every long-standing hosting company has a story behind it. For IpHost, that story began more than 20 years ago in a small office with two servers, three people, and a clear commitment to customers. Since then, IpHost has grown into one of the leading hosting providers in Greece, while keeping the same mindset that shaped the company from the beginning: reliable hosting, personal support, and genuine care for the…
WordCamp US 2026: AI, Security, and Why Backup Matters More Than Ever
WordCamp US 2026 in Phoenix brought the heat, literally. With temperatures reaching around 114°F, the desert made sure everyone knew exactly where they were. But the real heat at WordCamp US was around AI. AI was front and center across the event, shaping conversations about development, content creation, automation, support, security, infrastructure, and the future of WordPress itself. For JetBackup, one thing became increasingly clear, as AI becomes more powerful and more deeply connected to…
JetBackup Version 5.4.2 Release Notes
We’re excited to announce the release of the latest JetBackup v5.4.2 update! This release introduces support for immutable backups via S3 Object Lock, giving you an additional layer of protection against ransomware and unauthorized backup modifications. It also includes security dependency updates, enhanced email backup and restore capabilities, duplicate/clone destination options, and a new custom scheduling option for integrity checks—providing greater flexibility in maintaining overall backup health. In addition to these features, this release delivers…
Partner Spotlight: Pointer
A Conversation with CEO George Psaltakis Every strong hosting company is built on trust. Not just trust in servers, networks, or infrastructure, but trust in the people behind the service. For Pointer, that trust has been built over more than 20 years of serving the Greek market with reliable hosting, responsive support, and practical solutions for businesses, developers, e-shops, organizations, and professionals. As part of the JetBackup Partner Spotlight series, we spoke with George Psaltakis…
