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 - Page 12
IWG to open flexible workspace at Auckland’s Albert Street
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cleantech
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sustainability
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co-working spaces
International Workplace Group is set to launch a new flexible workspace at 50 Albert Street in Auckland, marking its 15th site in New Zealand.
Rise in AI-driven phishing sites targets crypto users
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Kaspersky's experts warn that cybercriminals are increasingly using Large Language Models to create sophisticated phishing schemes targeting cryptocurrency users.
AI tools struggle with layperson medical symptom queries
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genai
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ai
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chatgpt
A recent study by ConfidenceClub reveals AI tools struggle to diagnose symptoms accurately for everyday users, achieving below 50% accuracy on layperson queries.
Australian shoppers brace for record Black Friday sales
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mfa
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ecommerce
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cybersecurity
As Australians gear up for a record-breaking shopping season, concerns about online scams heighten, with potential spending surpassing $69.7 billion.
Liverton Security launches cyber consulting division in NZ
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Liverton Security has launched a new cyber security consulting division in Wellington, led by Murray Wills, enhancing its service offerings for clients.
Australian entrepreneurs thrive without degrees, GoDaddy finds
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edutech
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ai
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higher education
Research by GoDaddy reveals that 20% of Australian entrepreneurs without a degree earn over AUD $180,000 annually, nearly matching their educated peers.
Australian employers prioritise basic over advanced digital skills
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
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ai
A new Indeed analysis reveals that 11.6% of Australian job postings prioritise basic digital skills, overshadowing AI expertise at just 2.2%.
AWS launches Generative AI Partner Innovation Alliance
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hyperscale
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ai
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cloud services
Amazon Web Services has launched the Generative AI Partner Innovation Alliance to broaden access to its Generative AI Innovation Centre, facilitating customer success.
NTT DATA & Google Cloud expand AI partnership in APAC
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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genai
NTT DATA and Google Cloud are bolstering their strategic partnership to advance cloud-based data analytics and generative AI solutions across the Asia Pacific.
81% of professionals eye AI for fleet safety in 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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fleet management
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ai
Research from Netradyne reveals 81% of supply chain professionals plan to adopt AI technologies for fleet safety within the year, despite limited current usage.
AI talent demand surges 1300% as tech hiring globalises
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blockchain
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data science
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genai
Demand for AI talent has surged by 1300% in two years, as companies increasingly seek specialised skills through global recruitment efforts.
SafeGuardian expands to New Zealand with cyber services
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data protection
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
SafeGuardian is expanding into New Zealand to provide advanced cybersecurity services, addressing rising threats to local businesses in the region.
Unisys named global leader in ISG 2024 workplace report
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hcm
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cleantech
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unisys
Unisys has been named a global leader in the 2024 ISG Provider Lens Future of Work Services Report, achieving 30 leader designations across six regions.
STT GDC set to launch Philippines' largest data centre
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Philippines will launch its STT Fairview 1 data centre in Q2 2025, set to be the largest in the country.
Apptio unveils brand new AI and sustainability features
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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finops
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ai agents
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microsoft
Apptio has unveiled new features in its TBM and FinOps solutions, enhancing support for technology investment management and promoting sustainability.
Aflac wins 2024 CSO award for innovative security project
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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cx
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
Aflac has been awarded the 2024 CSO Award for its innovative Quackcess Granted authentication initiative, enhancing security and customer experience.
GMI Cloud secures USD $82M to expand AI infrastructure
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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ai
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nvidia
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ml
GMI Cloud has secured USD $82 million in Series A funding to enhance its cloud infrastructure and establish a new data centre in the US.
New report reveals persistent API security breaches risk
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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genai
A new Traceable AI report reveals 57% of organisations have suffered API breaches, highlighting significant flaws in current security measures.
Palo Alto Networks unveils advanced OT security solutions
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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iot security
Palo Alto Networks has unveiled new security solutions for operational technology to combat rising cyber threats faced by industrial operations.
AI governance & data intelligence pivotal for 2024
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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data analytics
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partner programmes
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data governance
The 2024 State of Data Intelligence Report highlights AI governance as a key challenge, revealing a surge in data marketplace adoption and strategic initiatives.