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 266
Cybersecurity: Fighting the wrong battle with the wrong weapons
Thu, 14th Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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nuix
Technology industry's approach to cybercrime is misguided, says Nuix senior VP Chris Pogue in new whitepaper. People, not technology, are the problem.
Ecosystem-based strategies lowers fraud levels
Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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supply chain
Equinix research unveils ecosystem strategies slashing fraud in digital advertising, as industry seeks secure, low-latency environments.
Half a million dollars for more schools to get wireless technology
Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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edutech
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ministry of education
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school network upgrade project
The Government has announced funding of $500,000 that will see over 40 more schools across the country receive wireless technology.
Wearables a security risk, says Centrify
Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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wearables
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cybersecurity
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centrify
New research warns of security risks in the enterprise with the increasing use of wearables, as two thirds of owners use no login protection.
As-a-service models causing problems in IT services market
Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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digital transformation
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iot
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itaas
Increased adoption of as-a-service models contributes to decline in IT services market, says Technology Business Research.
HPE and NEC team up, target mobile-first networking
Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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digital signage
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and NEC form alliance to accelerate global adoption of mobile-first networking solutions.
Menlo Security teams up with Check Point to target email malware
Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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public cloud
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cloud services
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menlo security
Menlo Security partners with Check Point to integrate Isolation Platform with vSEC Virtual Edition Gateways, aiming to eliminate web and email malware.
EY and Adobe to help accelerate digital transformation
Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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martech
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adobe
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ey
EY and Adobe have joined forces in a move designed to expand digital experience web content service to clients, in order to assist with DX.
Hamilton's $85 million UFB build comes to an end
Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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uc
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ufb
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broadband
Hamilton's major £85m UFB project concludes, weaving cutting-edge broadband across 63,000 premises, expediting local digital connectivity.
Further changes to speed up apartment UFB connections
Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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uc
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ufb
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broadband
Government announces reforms to speed up UFB connections for apartment dwellers. Changes aim to make it easier for residents to access UFB.
Data breaches remain a concern amongst ANZ consumers
Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
A new SAS study highlights that 66% of Aussies and Kiwis are still worried about data breaches, with privacy concerns notably high.
IoT is now mainstream, remains revenue driver
Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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iot
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supply chain
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verizon
The IoT will drive revenue for organisations worldwide, with the technology becoming mainstream, says Verizon.
Blue Coat dominates network security forensics market
Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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blue coat
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analyst report
Blue Coat has been acknowledged for its dominance in the global network security forensics market, winning Frost & Sullivan's Leadership Award.
The first hour of a security intrusion prudent, says experts
Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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dlp
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cybersecurity
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ixia
The first sixty minutes are crucial in responding to a cyber security intrusion, says Ixia, as it can make or break the impact of the attack.
On a mission: NEC Australia announces new leadership team
Wed, 6th Apr 2016
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digital signage
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displays
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pro av
NEC Australia ups the ante in ICT, names Mike Barber COO amidst leadership shuffle aiming for industry pinnacle.
Thinxtra Kordia partnership moves IoT from talk to action
Wed, 6th Apr 2016
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iot
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kordia
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thinxtra
Kordia and Thinxtra partner to bring widespread Internet of Things solutions to New Zealand enterprises and government.
Kaiten malware returns, more powerful says ESET
Tue, 5th Apr 2016
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malware
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ddos
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cybersecurity
Kaiten malware strikes again, targeting routers and IoT devices, with ESET revealing enhanced spreading capabilities.
ESET's Endpoint Antivirus takes out VB100 award
Tue, 5th Apr 2016
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
ESET Endpoint Antivirus shines in Virus Bulletin's VB100 Review for Windows Server 2008 R2, with strong detection and excellent stability.
REFFIND launchs new unified HR platform
Tue, 5th Apr 2016
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crm
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cx
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martech
REFFIND launches unified HR platform to improve employee experience & engagement. Simplifies pricing structure.
Ping Identity opens Australian data centre
Tue, 5th Apr 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
Demand for solutions for partners, customers and workforce identities continues to grow as more enterprises embrace the cloud, mobile and API economy.