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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 139

Cybersecurity

Backslash Security unveils game-changing AppSec platform

Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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software development
Tel Aviv-based Backslash Security has unveiled a sophisticated platform designed to handle enterprise application security risks.
Gather

CYPHER Learning introduces AI 360 for course creation

Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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e-learning
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agentic ai
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copilots
CYPHER Learning unveils AI 360, an AI-aided suite for swift, personalised course creation for schools and businesses.
Absolute

Absolute Software unveils Application Health for enhanced cybersecurity

Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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cybersecurity
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apps
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windows
Absolute Software debuts Application Health, an innovative cybersecurity tool enabling clients to monitor widely-used software.
Prof

Australian businesses lead in AI adoption, HubSpot research reveals

Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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edutech
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data analytics
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martech
Australian businesses are leading the way in adopting AI technology, with major firms utilising generative AI tools, says HubSpot research.
Up

ServiceNow exceeds forecast with Q3 2023 results & boosts full-year guidance

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
ServiceNow exceeds Q3 financial targets with subscription revenues of $2.216bn, a 27% YoY increase, and raises its 2023 revenue guidance.
Global

Fortinet enhances universal SASE offering for integrated global coverage

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
Fortinet has upgraded its Universal Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) offerings in order to boost global cloud security.
Jbl matrix  1

Amber Technology unveils new JBL Classic Series products

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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digital entertainment
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usb
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digital music
Amber Technology has released four new JBL Classic Series products, fusing modern technology with classic design.
Sec pros

Australian firms fail to defend against 42% of cyberattacks, finds study

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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cybersecurity
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australian government
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cyber attacks
Study reveals 42% of cyberattacks successfully penetrate Australian firms, indicating a reliance on reactive measures.
Codefest

Fortinet & NAB host Cyber Codefest in Melbourne to bolster cybersecurity skills

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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breach prevention
Fortinet and NAB host second annual Cyber Codefest in Melbourne, aiming to narrow the cybersecurity skills gap.
Coding team

Progress releases new tools for enhanced accessibility & security in app development

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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data analytics
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software development
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bi
Software expert Progress releases new tools aiming to enhance the development process by boosting accessibility, security, and UI design.
Security team

TrustInSoft unveils fuzzing feature for software security testing

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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devops
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application security
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devsecops
TrustInSoft debuts a pioneering fuzzing feature with its Analyzer, a software security milestone offering all-encompassing analysis.
Ai jobs

New report reveals booming global demand for AI expertise

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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ai
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salaries
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deel
Artificial intelligence expertise has seen a global surge, with a 60% in hiring and 59% rise in organisations seeking such skills, according to a new report.
Cyber hacker

Kaspersky sheds light on Lazarus group's new campaign

Tue, 31st Oct 2023
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malware
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Kaspersky's GReAT has revealed a new campaign by the Lazarus group, which exploits organisations globally through legitimate software.
Green office

Number of organisations measuring IT carbon footprint rising

Tue, 31st Oct 2023
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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digital strategy
Exceptional ESG performance in Australia has evolved from a desirable factor to an important competitive differentiator, a new report has revealed.
Top 5

TCS identifies five key cybersecurity trends for 2024

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Tata Consultancy Services has highlighted what it says are the top five cybersecurity trends it believes will shape global enterprise in 2024.
Ships

KKR to invest $400m in telecom infrastructure firm OMS Group

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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uc
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investment
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digital infrastructure
KKR has announced it will commit $400 million to OMS Group in a bid to improve digital infrastructure across Southeast Asia.
Tourism

Mastercard, Agoda to enhance B2B payments in travel industry

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Mastercard and Agoda have broadened their collaboration in an effort to modernise B2B transactions within the travel and tourism industry.
Sharemarket

Six cybersecurity stocks worthy of consideration – report

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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ai security
From 2021 to 2022, a surge of 38% in global cyber attacks was observed, costing organisations an average of more than $4 million in intrusion costs.
Cybersecurity spike

Rise in global cyberattacks, ransomware threats surge, healthcare and APAC most affected

Sun, 29th Oct 2023
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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healthtech
Global cyberattacks have increased by 3% in 2023, with ransomware affecting 1 in 34 organisations, says Check Point Research.
Awards

Ramco Systems named Top Vendor at GEC Awards for 2023

Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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hcm
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agentic ai
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payroll systems
Payroll software provider Ramco Systems has been awarded the Top Vendor Enterprise Solutions HR & Payroll Award 2023 at the Global Enterprise Connect Awards.