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.
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BlackBerry QNX to power Damon Motorcycles CoPilot warning system
Tue, 7th Jan 2020
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smartphones
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cartech
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ai agents
BlackBerry QNX will power Damon Motorcycles' CoPilot warning system across its electric motorcycles, introducing advanced safety features at CES.
IT contracts worth $48.5bn up for renewal in APAC
Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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datacentre infrastructure
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outsourcing
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globaldata
Over 1,400 IT contracts worth USD $48.5bn in Asia-Pacific are up for renewal from 2020 to 2024, urging a collaborative risk-sharing approach.
Australian tech platform signs major global contracts
Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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risk & compliance
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cfo
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disruption
Brisbane’s Bidhive lands global deals with Waste Management, ICS, and Maersk for its innovative bid management platform, streamlining tender processes.
Network infrastructure in 2019 stagnated, expert says
Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
The network infrastructure sector experienced stagnation in 2019, with room for improvement in disruptive areas, according to Heficed.
Cybersecurity: The top three predictions that will headline 2020
Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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ai
Ransomware, container technology, and AIOps adoption are predicted to dominate cyber security trends in 2020, says Veritas.
AsianWallets teams up with Japan's Globepay an Trysee
Wed, 1st Jan 2020
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uc
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
The three parties will provide local payment services and exclusive benefits for members, targeting Southeast Asian tourists traveling Japan.
China's 111 named National High-Tec Enterprise
Wed, 1st Jan 2020
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smart home
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supply chain & logistics
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healthtech
China has granted 111 the prestigious National High-Tech Enterprise status, setting the stage for growth in the pharmaceutical and healthcare tech sector.
Machine learning to grow innovation as smart personal device market peaks
Tue, 31st Dec 2019
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digital entertainment
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wireless devices
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digital music
Smart personal audio devices, particularly true wireless stereo, are set for a record-breaking year in 2019, according to Canalys.
APAC business process applications market will surpass $93bn in 2023
Sun, 29th Dec 2019
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ai
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application intelligence
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globaldata
The APAC business process applications market is predicted to surpass USD $93.2bn in 2023, with a CAGR of 6.4%, driven by evolving enterprise IT needs.
Digital technologies change the way APAC consumers manage their health
Sun, 29th Dec 2019
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iot
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healthtech
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globaldata
Digital technologies are revolutionising health management for APAC consumers through AI, mobile apps, and IoT innovations, boosting wellness and convenience.
ZCoin launches new crowdfunding system to decentralise funding
Sun, 29th Dec 2019
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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martech
Zcoin has launched its Zcoin Crowdfunding System (ZCS) as a key step in decentralising funding and decision making of projects.
OpenText: Tech trends that will have a big impact in 2020
Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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uc
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martech
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ai
Information will be ruling the future in 2020 and AI will continue to be leveraged in order to solve complex challenges.
Citrix flaw puts 80,000 companies at risk
Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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virtualisation
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daas
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cybersecurity
A critical Citrix flaw uncovered by Positive Technologies puts 80,000 companies at risk of remote attacks, threatening local networks in 158 countries.
Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs
Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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lenovo
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smb
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mentorship programme
Lenovo partners with entrepreneur Naomi Simson to launch the ThinkBook Mentorship Programme, offering regional SMBs technology and personalised guidance.
Security, analytics and customer service top priorities for CFOs
Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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crm
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data analytics
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martech
A new Protiviti survey reveals CFOs are prioritising security, analytics, and customer service, reflecting a shift towards a strategic focus in finance.
Motorola Solutions Foundation awards $250m to non-profits
Fri, 20th Dec 2019
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smartphones
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motorola
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charity
Motorola Solutions Foundation has awarded over $10m to 250 non-profit organizations worldwide, benefiting over 2 million students and community members.
Kaspersky: Malware variety grows by 13.7% in 2019 due to web skimmers
Fri, 20th Dec 2019
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malware
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Kaspersky's web antivirus solution detected an 8th increase in unique malicious objects in 2019, driven by a surge in web skimmers.
Full time ICT roles to grow, says IDC
Fri, 20th Dec 2019
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software development
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ict
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recruitment
As industries fully embrace digital transformation, new skills and roles are needed to shape technology roadmaps, and support and implement these changes.
APAC to account for one-third of global server market in 2023
Fri, 20th Dec 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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cloud services
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globaldata
APAC will lead the global market until 2023, as increasing number of organisations continue to leverage the region's outsourcing capabilities.
Diversity & Inclusion starter kit to help Asia Pacific organisations
Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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dei
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gender diversity
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esg
Culture Amp offers free Diversity - Inclusion starter kit to Singapore and Asia Pacific organizations, aiming to address workplace diversity deficit.