You may find it surprising, but according to various estimates, between 60 and 80 percent of business communications (chat, voice, video, email, document sharing, etc.) is still unencrypted. In many cases, even solutions that provide encryption are often vulnerable. Last year’s Salt Typhoon hack of multiple U.S. telecommunications companies highlighted significant vulnerabilities in our communication infrastructures.

As the product leader of Wire, I am deeply invested in delivering genuine, user-first security. A critical aspect of this mission is understanding why opt-in security models often fail to protect the majority of users. A prime example of this failure is WhatsApp’s encrypted backup feature, which is a classic case of security as an afterthought rather than a default.

Imagine a financial institution detecting unusual activity that might indicate fraud, insider trading, or a national government agency coordinating an emergency response when a cyberattack disrupts internal communication channels, delaying critical decisions. The result? Misinformation, operational paralysis, and a compromised response effort. In critical industries, such as government, finance, and healthcare, secure internal communication isn't just about confidentiality.

We’re thrilled to share some big news with you! We're preparing to roll out MLS (Messaging Layer Security), a game-changing update to enhance your Wire experience with stronger security and enhanced support for larger groups. Here’s everything you need to know about our MLS rollout, its benefits, and how this rollout will affect you.

Is your organization NIS2 compliant? Spoiler alert: if you haven't gone through a specific NIS2 alignment process, then the answer is probably no. With the introduction of the NIS2 Directive, organizations across industries, including those managing critical national infrastructure, are under increasing pressure to upgrade their security measures. It’s crucial that organizations take active steps toward compliance now to protect their operations and secure internal communications.

The Munich Security Conference (MSC) 2025 convened world leaders, policymakers, and security experts in a crucial moment for global stability. Against the backdrop of geopolitical realignments, emerging technological challenges, and the growing need for digital sovereignty, this year’s discussions were centered on fortifying Europe's strategic independence, enhancing transatlantic cooperation, and embracing technological resilience.

Throughout this series of blog posts, we’ve been focusing on how Wire Cells will change the secure workspace market with its ease of use and powerful real-time collaboration capabilities. By now, you know that integrating Cells’ real-time document sharing and collaboration with Wire’s full-featured communication is going to reset the bar for what users and organizations expect from a secure workspace platform.

The recent cyber attacks targeting WhatsApp accounts of government officials worldwide highlight the dangers of using consumer-grade communication tools for sensitive roles. These breaches reveal critical vulnerabilities that cybercriminals are taking advantage of more frequently. It's time for government entities to rethink their communication protocols and prioritize security.

Multi-factor logins, forced log-outs, frequent password changes, and constant changing from app to app for every task – sounds right. What you don’t think of is ease of use and productivity!

Hello there, Wire Users! We’re excited to announce a new process that allows you to upgrade from a Wire personal account to a Wire Teams account. We wanted to empower our personal users by providing a seamless way to upgrade and access team features without losing your cherished history and contacts. With just a few simple steps, you can unlock a whole new world of secure collaboration!