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 234
Zscaler extends Zero Trust Exchange Platform to deliver zero trust for workloads
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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malware
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multi-cloud
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dlp
Zscaler extends its Zero Trust Exchange with Workload Communications solution for securing cloud workloads and simplifying connectivity.
Ransomware will remain the number one security threat - Barracuda
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
Barracuda Networks predicts a rise in ransomware attacks and heightened risk for critical infrastructure in its 2022 cybersecurity forecast.
Cybercriminals hack 93% of company networks - report
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Positive Technologies' new report shows that external attackers can breach 93% of networks and insiders have full control in all cases.
Increase in holiday bot attacks, new type of Grinch Bot uncovered
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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bots
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cyber attacks
Kasada data reveals increased holiday threats, rising bot attacks, and a new Grinch Bot variant used during hype drop sales.
New robotics deal paves way for innovative industry applications
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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robots
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it in manufacturing
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partner programmes
A new partnership between global robotics company Nexxis and Invert Robotics will see the new technology become available across multiple industries.
ANZ business leaders must embrace change - report
Tue, 21st Dec 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Modernising foundations, becoming data driven, and embedding security and compliance are top business priorities in 2022, says ADAPT report.
The long-tail of COVID-19 and the evolution of ransomware
Tue, 21st Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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mdm
The long-tail of COVID-19 means security teams are having to deal with user sprawl and device sprawl, causing big headaches in 2022.
The Great Resignation will drive cyber attacks in 2022
Fri, 17th Dec 2021
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cyber attacks
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employment
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covid-19
AI cyber security experts Darktrace predict that the Great Resignation we’ve seen during the pandemic will drive cyber attacks in 2022.
Executives struggling with data governance while cloud remains a major challenge
Fri, 17th Dec 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Executives lack understanding of cloud data governance, with 65% struggling, according to new research from Zaloni.
New botnet uncovered known for sextortion and crypto-jacking
Fri, 17th Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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sextortion
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check point software
Check Point Research is warning of a new variant of Phorpiex, a botnet known for sextortion and crypto-jacking.
2022 will not be the year for IoT communications - report
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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edge computing
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iot
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edge data centre
There's a long way to go in achieving smarter, integrated communications that elevate meaningful brand experience for customers.
Blue Prism named leader in Robot Process Automation
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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rpa
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analyst report
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ss&c blue prism
Blue Prism named leader in IDC MarketScape RPA Software Vendor Assessment, praised for pricing and studio capabilities.
80% of reported ANZ cyber incidents are DDoS attacks, financial industry hit hardest
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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f5 networks
80% of incidents in ANZ this year were DDoS attacks, with criminals targeting vulnerable executives, says F5 research.
Threat actors to cause significantly more damage through malware and cloud computing
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Threat actors are set to cause more damage in 2022 as they exploit the rapid rise in cloud computing, says Appgate analysis.
Edge computing, cybersecurity hygiene key to data-driven future
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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data analytics
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siem
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edge computing
Splunk's 2022 predictions report highlights edge computing, cyber hygiene, collaboration, and observability as key trends for organizations.
Automation pays off as Neustar thwarts 1.3 Tbps DDoS attack
Wed, 15th Dec 2021
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ddos
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neustar
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analyst report
Neustar Security Services customer hit by massive 1.3 Tbps DDoS attack, just as NSS was preparing to spin out of Neustar to become standalone company.
Cohesity launches new Security Advisor feature to spot data threats
Wed, 15th Dec 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The new feature helps reduce human errors and achieve a higher level of cyber resilience in customer environments.
Responsible AI, data and innovation key to digital transformation in 2022
Wed, 15th Dec 2021
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digital transformation
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ai
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healthtech
Responsible AI, data and innovation will be some of the leading trends in digital transformation in 2022, according to Genpact.
Cloudflare, Microsoft partnership deepens relationship in Zero Trust market
Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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malware
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partner programmes
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zero trust security
Cloudflare has joined the Microsoft 365 Networking Partner Program, offering enhanced connectivity to Microsoft 365 services.
Roadmap launched to grow New Zealand's robotics industry
Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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robots
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healthtech
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callaghan innovation
New Zealand launches national strategy to boost robotics and automation sector, set to replace up to 46% of jobs by 2040.