About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 231
Enterprise cloud complexity making IT performance 'extremely' difficult to manage
Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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iaas
Digital transformation, migration to the enterprise cloud and increasing customer demands have tech leaders looking to AI for the answer.
Australian businesses struggling with robotic automation
Fri, 13th Sep 2019
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robots
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digital transformation
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it automation
Despite praising robotic automation's effectiveness, Australian businesses lag in global deployment, citing challenges in bot implementation and maintenance.
NZ's global alliances put it at risk for cyber attacks, expert says
Fri, 13th Sep 2019
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threat
New Zealand faces a high risk of cyber attacks due to its membership in the five-eyes alliance, says tech security expert.
IoT a hot topic in cybercriminal underbelly
Fri, 13th Sep 2019
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iot
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cybersecurity
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trend micro
Cybercriminals are actively discussing how to compromise IoT devices for financial gain, says new research from Trend Micro.
Australians unaware of govt's digital services
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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ai
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government
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australian government
Nearly a quarter of Australians are unaware of the government's digital services, according to new research from Accenture.
Step aside: Employees think they'd do a better job than the boss
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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healthtech
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recruitment
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workforce technology
Despite high ratings in competence, a new UK study reveals that 7 out of 10 employees believe they could outperform their bosses in management.
Vietnam cybersecurity market to reach USD$215 million
Wed, 4th Sep 2019
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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software development
The cybersecurity market in Vietnam is projected to hit USD$215 million by the end of 2023 amid rising cyber threats and digitalisation, says Ken Research.
Businesses ignoring security when investing in new tech
Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
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it management
Only a quarter of organisations are prioritising security when it comes to technology investment, according to a new report by Advanced.
NetApp appoints new GM for Asia Pacific as it looks to drive growth
Fri, 23rd Aug 2019
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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martech
NetApp has named Sanjay Rohatgi as senior VP and GM for Asia Pacific, aiming to bolster growth and deepen engagements with regional customers and partners.
The dark side of apps: Security threats on the rise
Wed, 21st Aug 2019
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endpoint protection
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edr
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apps
Security threats targeting mobile devices are increasing, with one security firm citing the large number of users as a key reason.
More than half of personal data breaches caused by human error
Wed, 21st Aug 2019
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Human error is the leading cause of data breaches in the UK, with the healthcare sector being the most affected, according to a new report.
Kiwi employees embracing a future of AI
Fri, 16th Aug 2019
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robots
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uc
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ai
A multinational survey by Genesys reveals New Zealand employees lead in embracing AI in the workplace, showcasing unparalleled confidence and ethical trust.
New research highlights third party risks facing organisations
Fri, 16th Aug 2019
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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digital risk
A new Gartner study reveals over 80% of organisations face third-party risks post-due diligence, emphasising the need for ongoing risk management.
Extreme Networks on the hunt for new ANZ channel manager after Critchlow promotion
Fri, 16th Aug 2019
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extreme networks
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recruitment
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aerohive networks
Following Julian Critchlow's promotion to general manager, Australia and New Zealand, Extreme Networks is actively seeking a new ANZ channel manager.
Limiting access key to minimising data breaches, says expert
Fri, 16th Aug 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Data breaches are costing companies an average of $3.92 million, according to a study by IBM, forcing organisations to step up their cybersecurity efforts.
ESET: Ignoring human element in cyber safety a mistake
Wed, 14th Aug 2019
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cybersecurity
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cybersafety
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cyber attacks
Neglecting the human element in cybersecurity leaves businesses vulnerable to attacks, says ESET. Only 42% of firms provide comprehensive compliance training.
VMware unveils latest application mobility platform
Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
VMware launches latest version of application mobility platform to aid multi-cloud and hybrid cloud transformations.
Unsecured WiFi leaving schools vulnerable to attack
Fri, 9th Aug 2019
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vpns
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
While the internet has transformed the learning process in schools, it's also given rise to new dangerous online threats.
DDoS attacks on the rise despite taking a summer break
Wed, 7th Aug 2019
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
DDoS attacks are fewer in summer, according to a report by Kaspersky, though the total number of attacks has grown by 18% since 2018.
Much-anticipated Kiwi eCommerce platform launches
Tue, 6th Aug 2019
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martech
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commerce systems
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online shopping
TheMarket launches in NZ with 1,500+ brands, revolutionizing Kiwi online shopping with diverse global options.