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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 46
Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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cloud security
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supply chain
A new OpenText survey reveals 62% of firms faced ransomware attacks via software supply chains, with 93% fearing increased threats from AI-driven phishing.
Report reveals tech readiness gap in organisational goals
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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data privacy
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ai
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api management
A new report reveals a significant mismatch between technological aspirations and organisational readiness, emphasising urgent action needed across industries.
Dropbox introduces AI tool Dash for Business in Australia
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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storage
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ai
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dropbox
Dropbox has launched Dash for Business in Australia, an AI-driven search tool designed to enhance workflow and streamline access to scattered company files.
AI's role in cybersecurity: balancing power & risks
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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data protection
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genai
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llms
A Swimlane report reveals AI's rapid adoption outpaces organisations' data security measures, with 74% fearing misinformation as a growing threat.
Newgen Software reports 23% rise in Q2 revenues to INR 361 Cr
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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ecm
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martech
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supply chain
Newgen Software has announced robust Q2 results for fiscal 2025, with revenues up 23% to INR 361 crore and profits surging 47% to INR 70 crore.
Banked acquires Waave to expand Pay by Bank in Australia
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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nab
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waave
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banked
Banked has acquired Australian payment technology firm Waave to enhance its Pay by Bank presence, partnering with Chemist Warehouse for seamless transactions.
WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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phishing
WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.
Study reveals top mobile operators for sustainability 2024
Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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uc
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network infrastructure
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supply chain
A new study by Juniper Research identifies KDDI, Deutsche Telekom, and Verizon as leaders in sustainable practices among global mobile network operators.
Growth mindset crucial for organisational success – report
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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uc
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genai
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ai
A new report reveals 80% of executives believe a growth mindset is key to revenue growth, yet a gap exists between their perceptions and employees' views.
American Water breach highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
American Water has reported a cybersecurity breach, highlighting the vulnerabilities threatening critical infrastructure such as water treatment facilities.
AI presents opportunities for SMBs, but demands careful execution
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Elise Balsillie of Thryv advises small businesses on integrating AI, highlighting data quality and the importance of balancing automation with human interaction.
CEO discussions shift focus to practical AI & renewable energy
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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digital twins
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power / energy
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clean technologies
In Q3 2024, CEO discussions highlighted practical AI applications, renewable energy, and IT outages, with fewer mentions of generative AI and the cloud, says IoT Analytics.
Kiwis confident in cyber security, but wary of AI tools
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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phishing
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email security
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ai
New Zealanders are diligent about cyber security but wary of AI tools, an NCSC study reveals. Only 35% find cyber security intimidating, yet AI trust lags.
Thales reports API & bot attacks cost Australian firms $2B
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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breach prevention
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llms
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imperva
Thales reports that API and bot attacks cost Australian businesses up to USD $2 billion yearly, with API insecurity making up a quarter of cyber incidents.
Financial stability grows for shift workers in 2024
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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ai
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healthtech
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deputy
Deputy's latest survey shows financial stability is rising for shift workers, driven by poly-employment and predictable income.
Skillsoft study reveals major gaps in workplace skills & training
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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edutech
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genai
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ai
A Skillsoft survey highlights that 35% of global employees lack confidence in their skills, with UK employees particularly concerned about job security and training effectiveness.
Unified commerce reshapes shopping in India & the US
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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martech
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supply chain
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omnichannel
Consumers increasingly blend online, offline, and social media shopping platforms. A report by Locus and Coresight highlights 65.8% utilising multiple touchpoints.
Few firms use strategic compliance, says FloQast study
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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risk & compliance
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emea
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orchestration
Only 16% of organisations adopt a strategic compliance approach, spotlighting the emergence of risk orchestration as a key trend in CFO and compliance roles.
Thales report reveals $186bn losses from API bot attacks
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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application security
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api
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genai
Thales' new report highlights a global loss of USD $186 billion due to bot attacks on APIs. Larger enterprises face greater risk, and incidents are on the rise.
AI-driven development poses security challenges, says Venafi
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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software development
Venafi's research reveals 83% of firms use AI for coding, sparking security fears as 66% of leaders struggle to keep pace, warning of a looming security reckoning.