About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 121
Smart home device shipments fell in 2022, but return to growth expected in 2023
Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
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digital entertainment
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smart home
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idc
Global smart home device shipments declined in 2022, with smart TVs experiencing the largest drop, according to IDC.
Software vulnerabilities surge, increasing organisational risk
Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
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cyber risk
As technology advances at a rapid pace, the number of software vulnerabilities surges, introducing significant levels of risk to organisations.
Disconnect between confidence in cyber resilience and capabilities
Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
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cybersecurity
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analyst report
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cyber attacks
Some 82% of cyber leaders agree they could have mitigated some to all of the damage of their most significant cyber incident if they were better prepared.
93% of Australian organisations cannot detect, contain and resolve cyberthreats within an hour
Fri, 31st Mar 2023
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
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palo alto
With organisations of all sizes moving more of their operations to the cloud, a majority are struggling to automate cloud security and mitigate risks.
Ransomware attacks rise 45% in Feb, LockBit ramps up activity
Fri, 31st Mar 2023
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cybersecurity insurance
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks surged in February with a 45% increase from January, highlighting the growing threat, according to NCC Group's analysis.
Microsoft backs professionals with new AI Security Copilot
Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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ai
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Microsoft unveils Security Copilot, an AI-powered cybersecurity tool that helps detect and respond to threats more effectively.
1/3 organisations hit with ransomware are repeat victims
Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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ransomware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
One-third of Australian organisations hit with ransomware in 2022 were targeted multiple times, according to a new report.
BT Group, AWS deal to target $500m IoT opportunity
Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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iot
BT & AWS will collaborate on IoT industry solutions, new cloud networking propositions and new 5G edge computing services for its UK business customers.
Internet disruptions cost eCommerce retailers millions
Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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uc
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ecommerce
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forrester research
Nearly 40% of all eCommerce retailers suffer customer-impacting disruptions, which cost up to $1 million per month.
Aussie startup transforms recruitment amidst layoffs
Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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skills gap
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employment
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recruitment
With top tech talent open for opportunities, securing the best candidate for the job will rely more heavily on personal connections and industry expertise.
Privileged Access Management solutions too complex
Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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pam
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Most Privileged Access Management solutions are too complex, with 68% of organisations paying for wasted features.
Spark to close 3G network, makes way for 5G in rural Aotearoa
Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Spark will close down its legacy 3G network towards the end of 2025, freeing up limited radio spectrum that will enable its 5G roll out across rural Aotearoa.
Only 23% SEA companies ready to defend against cybersecurity threats
Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
Organisations must take notable steps to close the security readiness gap as the threat landscape evolves and expands.
Tata Communications launches cloud-based calling solution for global enterprises
Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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cloud services
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voice
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messaging
JAMVEE is a cloud-based application designed to enhance the employee experience and productivity with easy collaboration features.
Zendesk enters SCA with AWS for customer service at scale
Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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public cloud
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hyperscale
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cx
The five-year strategic collaboration agreement with Amazon Web Services will help businesses deliver personalised CX at scale.
Government-funded R&D dead ends 'bleeding taxpayers' money'
Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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drones
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r&d
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uk government
New Department for Science, Innovation and Technology must correct UK's flawed innovation funding, says Drone Major Group CEO.
Data governance key to combat data loss and breaches
Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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dr
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breach prevention
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data privacy
Data governance is crucial in combatting data breaches, with a recent report revealing a 26% increase in breaches in Australia.
Skills-first approach key to bridging skills gap – report
Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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linkedin
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recruitment
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skills gap
More companies are taking a skills-first approach to talent to bridge the growing skills gap in Australia and New Zealand.
Non-profits have inadequate phishing protection - report
Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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phishing
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email security
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ransomware
Only 1.2% of .org domains globally have implemented measures to prevent email phishing, spoofing, and ransomware attacks, according to new research.
No evidence of responsible AI in world's largest banks
Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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ai
Banks across North America and Europe are failing to publicly report on their approaches to responsible AI development.