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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 58
Internet of Things devices major source of security compromise - report
Fri, 16th Jul 2021
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iot
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
IoT devices have become a major security risk, with a 700% increase in attacks during the pandemic, according to Zscaler's study.
Recent high profile cyber attacks show rising threat of ransomware-as-a-service
Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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it automation
Cyber attacks by ransomware-as-a-service providers pose a growing threat, warns Open Systems, following the recent REvils attack on Kaseya and JBS.
Risk of downtime and data theft as ransomware targets Industrial Control Systems
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks on industrial facilities pose a growing threat, warns cybersecurity firm Trend Micro, risking downtime and data theft.
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SolarWinds cyber attack sees significant financial impact on annual revenue
Fri, 2nd Jul 2021
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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solarwinds
SolarWinds cyber attack costs organisations 11% of annual revenue, according to new research by IronNet Cybersecurity.
Data requests to Apple, Google, Facebook and Microsoft triple as surveillance escalates
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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surveillance
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microsoft
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google
Global user data surveillance has increased for the seventh consecutive year, with data requests to tech giants tripling from 2013 to 2019.
Vulnerabilities discovered in Cisco IT infrastructure deployment solution
Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
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dr
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converged infrastructure
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ndr
Researchers at Positive Technologies have discovered three vulnerabilities in Cisco HyperFlex HX that could disrupt enterprise operations.
Trade secret protection rapidly rising up the corporate agenda
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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ecm
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martech
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supply chain
According to a report by @TheEIU, corporates fear cybercrime and employee leaks as the biggest risks to protecting trade secrets.
iPhones to capture 40% of smartphone market value despite Android device proliferation
Tue, 8th Jun 2021
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apple
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samsung
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apple iphone
Apple iPhones to capture nearly 40% of smartphone market value in 2022, despite Android's global dominance, says Juniper Research.
Juniper unveils latest version of Apstra software as it takes intent-based networking to next level
Thu, 3rd Jun 2021
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juniper networks
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modernisation
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intent based networking
Juniper Networks has released version 4.0 of its Apstra software, designed to simplify data center network management.
Red Dot Analytics to commercialise AI tech that dramatically improves data centre sustainability
Thu, 3rd Jun 2021
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ai
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ai models
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data center management
Red Dot Analytics secures seed funding to commercialise its AI-driven digital twin solution for sustainable data center operations.
Aruba unveils enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6E solution
Tue, 1st Jun 2021
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
Aruba has unveiled the industry's first enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6E solution set, the 630 Series of campus access points, led by the AP-635 model.
Australia and New Zealand lead cloud adoption, but more progress to be made
Thu, 27th May 2021
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multi-cloud
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cloud services
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cloud adoption
Australia and New Zealand are leading the way in cloud adoption, ranking joint first with the United States, according to the Infosys Cloud Radar 2021 report.
Pure Storage unveils next evolution of Modern Data Experience strategy
Mon, 17th May 2021
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storage
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data analytics
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converged infrastructure
Pure Storage unveils its Modern Data Experience vision and strategy, offering cloud-ready solutions to transform data into business opportunities.
Encrypted chat apps doubling as illegal marketplaces
Mon, 17th May 2021
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ddos
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whatsapp
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cybercriminals
Encrypted chat apps are doubling as illegal marketplaces as criminals utilise them to sell illegal goods without fear of content moderation.
Ransomware attacks surge in 2021, Triple Extortion threat comes to light
Fri, 14th May 2021
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
Ransomware attacks have seen 102% increase this year compared to the beginning of 2020, and there are no signs of it slowing down.
COVID-19 fundamentally altered how CFOs hire and manage workforce
Fri, 23rd Apr 2021
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supply chain
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cfo
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recruitment
COVID-19 reshapes hiring and workforce management for CFOs, with Asia-Pacific respondents leading the way, says survey.
Spend on blockchain solutions to reach $6.6 billion
Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
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blockchain
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supply chain
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healthtech
Spending on blockchain solutions is set to reach $6.6 billion this year, with strong growth expected in the coming years, according to IDC.
Dell Technologies unveils new data protection innovations for hybrid cloud workloads
Thu, 8th Apr 2021
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dr
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
The Dell EMC PowerProtect Backup Service, powered by Druva, is designed to deliver SaaS app protection without increasing IT complexity.
Ransomware and Microsoft Exchange attacks surging
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Global ransomware attacks are increasing alongside cyber attacks targeting Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities, says Check Point Research.
Microsoft Exchange breach a wake-up call to ditch the server
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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datacentre infrastructure
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Microsoft Exchange breach prompts small and medium enterprises in New Zealand to ditch their servers, says IT services director.