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 27
Australian firms cut cyber training despite rising threat levels
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Despite rising cyber threats and staff shortages, fewer Australian firms train non-security staff for cybersecurity, risking resilience amid growing attacks.
Australian SMEs urged to bolster cyber defences as attacks surge
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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malware
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data protection
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mfa
As cyberattacks rise, Australian SMEs urged to boost defences with staff training and multi-factor authentication during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
AI projects & machine identities shift cybersecurity focus
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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cloud security
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iam
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risk & compliance
As AI projects rise and non-human identities outnumber humans in IT, firms must strengthen cybersecurity and governance to meet new regulatory demands.
Australian FHIRside forum set to boost digital health standards
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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uc
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healthtech
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collaboration
The Australian Digital Health Agency and HL7 Australia launch FHIRside, a weekly forum to boost healthcare interoperability and digital health standards.
Australian organisations urged to upgrade legacy tech for cyber safety
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Australian organisations are urged to upgrade legacy technology amid rising cyber threats, with vulnerability in outdated systems and supply chains a key concern.
Optus outage sparks calls for inquiry after three fatal errors
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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optus
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outage
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emergency services
An Optus network outage lasting up to ten hours disrupted Australia's emergency calls, linked to three deaths, prompting calls for a full government inquiry.
Asia Pacific workers seek flexible hours & wellbeing over pay
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
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workforce technology
Asia Pacific workers prioritise flexible hours and wellbeing over pay, as 75% support return-to-office policies but seek more control over schedules.
AI boosts productivity but fails to transform team outcomes
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
AI use at work has surged, boosting individual productivity by 33%, yet most firms report little improvement in team performance or innovation outcomes.
CData launches Connect AI to enable live, contextual data for AI
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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rpa
CData launches Connect AI, a platform offering enterprises live, governed access to data from 300+ systems, enabling context-aware AI applications.
Automated bots now account for majority of traffic to travel sites
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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online fraud
Automated bots now make up nearly 60% of visits to travel websites, disrupting bookings and prices across the global tourism sector, a new report reveals.
Ramboll sets roadmap for net zero & sustainable data centres
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
Ramboll outlines a strategic roadmap to achieve net zero carbon and boost sustainability in global data centres amid rising energy demand from AI growth.
Rising violence prompts firms to boost executive security spend
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
A surge in violence threats against executives is driving global firms and investors to boost spending on physical security amid rising business risks.
Australian finance departments accelerate AI & automation use
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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planning
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risk & compliance
Most Australian finance departments now widely use AI and automation, with 86% adopting AI and 99% employing automation in core operations, says study.
Australian mid caps risk falling behind as large firms lead in AI
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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open source
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Only 27% of ASX 200 firms reported AI use in 2025, lagging behind US and UK; large caps lead while mid caps risk falling behind in adoption.
Breakout time drops as new attacker tactics surge in cyber threat space
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
ReliaQuest reports cyber attackers cut breakout time to 18 minutes, with surging threats from Oyster malware and rising abuse of USB and IP-KVM devices.
Infotrust unifies cyber security & IT services nationwide
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Infotrust unites Spirit Technologies and Infotrust services to offer nationwide cyber security and IT support, backed by 250+ experts and a 24/7 Australian SOC.
Insignia Financial partners with Google Cloud to drive AI rollout
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
Insignia Financial partners with Google Cloud to modernise infrastructure and boost AI, enhancing service for 1.5 million Australian customers and staff skills.
Open Banking could boost Australia by AUD $10 billion annually
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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data privacy
Open Banking in Australia could boost the economy by AUD $10 billion annually as consumer data sharing and digital services usage rapidly grow.
Corporate treasurers set to drive value creation & growth by 2030
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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pd
Corporate treasurers are transforming from back-office roles to strategic partners, driving value creation and growth by 2030, says EY's global report.
Australian businesses use AI to halve call centre waiting times
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
Australian businesses are leveraging AI technology to halve call centre waiting times, boosting customer service and employee satisfaction across the sector.