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
93% of Australian organisations cannot detect, contain and resolve cyberthreats within an hour
3 days ago
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
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palo alto
With organisations of all sizes moving more of their operations to the cloud, a majority are struggling to automate cloud security and mitigate risks.
Logpoint launches enhanced observability capabilities
3 days ago
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cybersecurity
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ndr
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observability
"Not only does the system greatly accelerate the detection, triage and response, but it increases the precision and efficacy as well."
Ransomware attacks rise 45% in Feb, LockBit ramps up activity
3 days ago
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ransomware
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cybersecurity insurance
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cybersecurity
"It is an indication of how the threat landscape is evolving and threat actors show no signs of reducing ransomware activities."
Microsoft backs professionals with new AI Security Copilot
3 days ago
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microsoft
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ai
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cybersecurity
"The odds remain stacked against cybersecurity professionals. Too often, they fight an asymmetric battle against relentless and sophisticated attackers."
1/3 organisations hit with ransomware are repeat victims
3 days ago
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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barracuda
"The relatively high proportion of repeat victims suggests that security gaps are not fully addressed after the first incident."
BT Group, AWS deal to target $500m IoT opportunity
3 days ago
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aws
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iot
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channel partners
BT & AWS will collaborate on IoT industry solutions, new cloud networking propositions and new 5G edge computing services for its UK business customers.
Internet disruptions cost eCommerce retailers millions
3 days ago
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internet
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retailers
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ecommerce
Nearly 40% of all eCommerce retailers suffer customer-impacting disruptions, which cost up to $1 million per month.
Aussie startup transforms recruitment amidst layoffs
3 days ago
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recruitment
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skills shortage
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employment
With top tech talent open for opportunities, securing the best candidate for the job will rely more heavily on personal connections and industry expertise.
Privileged Access Management solutions too complex
4 days ago
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pam
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Most Privileged Access Management solutions are too complex, with 68% of organisations paying for wasted features.
Spark to close 3G network, makes way for 5G in rural Aotearoa
4 days ago
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5g
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3g
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rural broadband initiative
Spark will close down its legacy 3G network towards the end of 2025, freeing up limited radio spectrum that will enable its 5G roll out across rural Aotearoa.
Only 23% SEA companies ready to defend against cybersecurity threats
5 days ago
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cybersecurity
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cisco
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hybrid workforce
Organisations must take notable steps to close the security readiness gap as the threat landscape evolves and expands.
Tata Communications launches cloud-based calling solution for global enterprises
5 days ago
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cloud services
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voice
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messaging
JAMVEE is a cloud-based application designed to enhance the employee experience and productivity with easy collaboration features.
Zendesk enters SCA with AWS for customer service at scale
5 days ago
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cx
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aws
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zendesk
The five-year strategic collaboration agreement with Amazon Web Services will help businesses deliver personalised CX at scale.
Government-funded R&D dead ends "bleeding taxpayers' money"
5 days ago
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drones
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r&d
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uk government
"We are spending lots of taxpayers' money on things that are not, and may never be, required, and in many cases have been tried many times before."
Skills-first approach key to bridging skills gap – report
5 days ago
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linkedin
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recruitment
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skills shortage
More companies are taking a skills-first approach to talent to bridge the growing skills gap in Australia and New Zealand.
Non-profits have inadequate phishing protection - report
6 days ago
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ransomware
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phishing
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cybersecurity
Only 1.2% of .org domains globally have implemented measures to prevent email phishing, spoofing, and ransomware attacks, according to new research.
No evidence of responsible AI in world's largest banks
6 days ago
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ai
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fintech
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banking
Banks across North America and Europe are failing to publicly report on their approaches to responsible AI development.
New phishing method leveraging iCloud, PayPal, Google Docs
6 days ago
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phishing
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cybersecurity
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scams
Named “Phishing Scams 3.0”, this method involves attackers using actual legitimate services to execute their attack.
Consumers embrace alternative payment methods as costs bite
6 days ago
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digital wallets
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payments
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consumers
UK consumers are embracing alternative payment offerings including digital wallets to better manage their finances amidst the cost of living crisis.
Menlo Security sees channel growth, continues global expansion
Last week
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cloud security
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channel partners
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menlo security
Menlo Security has announced new initiatives and investment in its Boost! Channel Programme, designed to further support and incentivise partners.
SASE continues to roll with revenue to top $6 billion
Last week
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network infrastructure
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sase
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cisco
"Single-vendor SASE solutions grew faster as a reflection of greater enterprise preference for one-stop-shop versus multi-vendor best-of-breed."
Global cloud solutions firm Searce enters ANZ market
Last week
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sustainable it
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digital transformation
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digitisation
The new market entry will see Searce accelerate digitalisation for businesses locally to enable growth and sustainability.
Internal mobility and tech budgets on the up as layoffs gather pace
Last week
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skills shortage
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employment
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budget
A third of employers will increase technology budgets as candidate shortages persist, while and over half will place a greater emphasis on internal mobility.
Adobe unveils Real-Time Customer Data Platform innovations
Last week
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cx
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cdp
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adobe
Adobe's latest innovations are designed to enable superior prospecting and conversion, enhanced B2B account-based marketing and richer personalisation.