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 176
Sophos discovers new Python ransomware called Memento
Tue, 7th Dec 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Cybercriminals are continuously scanning the internet for vulnerable online entry points, and they don't wait in line when they find one.
Kaspersky develops cybersecurity policy for bionic devices
Mon, 6th Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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ar, vr & metaverse
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biotech
Kaspersky launches comprehensive cybersecurity policy to address the security risks posed by human augmentation technology in the workplace.
Chorus fibre upgrade complete with faster broadband
Mon, 6th Dec 2021
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uc
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chorus
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fibre
Chorus completes major performance upgrade for New Zealand fibre customers, boosting download speeds and aiming for top 10 global broadband ranking.
Retail sector set to account for almost half of embedded finance market
Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
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fintech
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bnpl
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healthtech
Embedded finance is projected to be worth US$3.5 trillion to the global retail sector, accounting for 49% of the market within a decade, says Mambu report.
Increase in ransomware attacks targeting organisations during the holiday period
Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
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ransomware
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malware
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ai security
Researchers also observed a 70% average increase in attempted ransomware attacks in November and December compared to January and February.
Qualtrics named Leader for Voice of the Customer by Gartner
Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
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martech
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cx
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open source
Qualtrics has been recognized as a leader in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Voice of the Customer, with its CustomerXM platform.
Samsung outlines cybersecurity strategy for devices
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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mdm
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
Samsung is tackling the rise in cyberattacks on smartphones with its Samsung Knox cybersecurity solution, providing end-to-end protection for users' devices.
Cyber threats escalating as alliances between threat actors grow
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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email security
Cyber threats are escalating as alliances between threat actors grow, according to cybersecurity firm Group-IB.
ESET analyses malicious frameworks targeting physically isolated networks
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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network infrastructure
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
ESET Research has analysed 17 malicious frameworks used to attack air-gapped networks, revealing 15 years of nation-state efforts.
Dell Technologies partners with AWS to fight ransomware attacks
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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malware
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
Dell Technologies and Amazon Web Services have collaborated to bring Dell's cyber recovery vault to the AWS Marketplace.
Better consultation needed for new Online Safety Code
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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netsafe
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online safety
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internetnz
Lack of community engagement threatens success of New Zealand's new online safety Code of Practice, say organisations.
Sophos enhances Cloud Optix to simplify detection and response of AWS security incidents
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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network infrastructure
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firewalls
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hyperscale
Sophos enhances Sophos Cloud Optix to automate security incident detection and response on Amazon Web Services.
Zerto launches Zerto In-Cloud for AWS to deliver disaster recovery at scale
Wed, 1st Dec 2021
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dr
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Zerto launches new cloud-native software, Zerto In-Cloud for Amazon Web Services, offering disaster recovery for AWS applications.
Adobe: Digital the way forward as hybrid workforce persists post-pandemic
Wed, 1st Dec 2021
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Most workplaces in 2021 can be characterised by its digitally driven workflows, virtual meetings, interactions and collaborations.
2degrees goes live with its 5G network
Wed, 1st Dec 2021
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uc
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telco
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2degrees
Ahead of the scheduled Q1 2022 customer launch, the 2degrees 5G network has been switched on in central Auckland and Wellington for testing and optimisation.
Secure Code Warrior collaborates with AWS to enhance developer-led security
Tue, 30th Nov 2021
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public cloud
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hyperscale
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partner programmes
Secure Code Warrior has partnered with Amazon Web Services to enhance developer-led security for enterprises in the cloud.
Data security a key concern for trustees as cyber risks increase
Mon, 29th Nov 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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breach prevention
Businesses are investing in advanced technology to protect client data as cyber attacks increase during the pandemic, says Equity Trustees.
2021 the year of retention for retailers - report
Mon, 29th Nov 2021
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bnpl
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bigcommerce
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online shopping
Flexible payment options and transparent delivery are key factors driving online shoppers in Australia and New Zealand, says BigCommerce report.
The most wonderful time of the year - for cybercriminals
Fri, 26th Nov 2021
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email security
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phishing
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cybersecurity
'Tis the season for cyber scams as online shopping peaks, but vigilance and email scrutiny can keep the grinches at bay, warns cybersecurity expert.
New variants of Android spyware linked to advanced persistent threat
Fri, 26th Nov 2021
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smartphones
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Sophos has identified new variants of Android spyware targeting victims in the Middle East, developed by APT C-23.