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 149
Hyperscaler cloud forces greater disruption in SaaS channels
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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saas
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hyperscale
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multi-cloud
Hyperscaler cloud marketplaces have emerged as one of the most disruptive forces in global technology channels.
HCLTech to accelerate Cricket AU's digital transformation
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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digital transformation
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sports
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hcltech
HCLTech will enable Cricket Australia to deliver immersive digital experiences to fans, players, partners, employees and volunteers.
New threat report reveals 10 minutes from recon to attack
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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cloud security
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The 2023 Global Cloud Threat Report breaks down what is lurking in some software supply chains and how automation has been weaponised in the cloud.
Artificial intelligence seen as key labour shortage solution
Fri, 11th Aug 2023
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ai
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skills shortage
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employment
Ceridian survey reveals leaders' confidence in achieving organizational goals, but highlights complexity crisis in the workforce.
Verimatrix introduces new website security integration
Fri, 11th Aug 2023
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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integration
Verimatrix XTD Web Protect, powered by Reflectiz, enables customers to identify and monitor enterprise website vulnerabilities before they wreak havoc.
Check Point acquires Security Service Edge firm Perimeter 81
Fri, 11th Aug 2023
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m&a
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check point software
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perimeter 81
Check Point will help organisations accelerate the adoption of secure access across remote users, sites, cloud, data centres, and the internet.
Retailer investments driven towards AI to grow sales
Fri, 11th Aug 2023
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supply chain
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ai
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agentic ai
AI solutions enable retailers to enhance their customer experience by providing personalised recommendations and improving inventory management.
Vectra AI unveils AI-driven hybrid attack detection
Fri, 11th Aug 2023
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ai security
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edr
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xdr
Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal for extended detection and response (XDR) to combat hybrid attacks.
Commvault named leader for enterprise backup and recovery
Fri, 11th Aug 2023
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data protection
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dr
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cloud services
Commvault has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2023 Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Backup and Recovery Software Solutions.
The dark side of social media influencers: facilitating counterfeit trade
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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cybersecurity
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social media
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counterfeits
The success of the deviant social media influencers lies in exploiting certain consumer characteristics that make them susceptible to their charms.
Salesforce to debut Data Cloud and Marketing Cloud on Hyperforce in Australia
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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storage
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data analytics
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martech
Salesforce's Data Cloud and Marketing Cloud will be available on Hyperforce in Australia from January 2024, giving customers more options to grow.
Supportive security culture essential for breach prevention
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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secureworks
Improving the security culture within organisations plays a critical role in mitigating some breaches and bolster disaster recovery efforts.
XDR Alliance releases new open-source API specifications
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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open source
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api
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cybersecurity
The specifications help cybersecurity vendors collaborate and more easily integrate their advanced technology solutions.
Application security important in closing new business
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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application security
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
New global CISO research reveals increasing opportunities and pressures for security leaders along with the need for consolidation and developer adoption.
Fortinet unveils expansion of secure networking portfolio
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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saas
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Fortinet launches FortiGate 90G, the first secure SD-WAN appliance with AI-powered threat protection. #CyberSecurity #SDWAN.
Fortinet unveils new SD-WAN services to simplify operations
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
New underlay and overlay services make SD-WAN deployments more seamless than ever before, even for resource-constrained organisations.
Scam reports surge by nearly 50% in first half of 2023
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
The use of conversational tools demonstrates how threat actors are beginning to match their ingenuity with new-found precision and patience.
Reported ransomware attacks double as AI tactics take hold
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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firewalls
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ransomware
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supply chain
Ransomware is at new heights as the frequency of attacks continues to climb with no sign of slowing down, according to Barracuda.
Tax, accounting professionals must adapt to rapid shifts in AI
Fri, 4th Aug 2023
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ai
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tax
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openai
Artificial intelligence (AI) and technological change are putting pressure on tax, accounting and legal professions to adapt in order to thrive.
Data breaches increase almost three times globally
Fri, 4th Aug 2023
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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data breach
A total of 110.8 million accounts were breached in Q2 2023, with the US ranking first and amounting to almost half of all breaches from April through June.