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.
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Grip Security report reveals unmanaged SaaS app risks
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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saas
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martech
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cdp
Grip Security's 2025 SaaS Security Risks Report reveals 90% of SaaS applications are unmanaged, stressing the urgent need for better oversight and risk management.
AI impersonation emerges as top cyber threat in new report
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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malware
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phishing
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email security
New research reveals AI impersonation is now the top cyber attack threat, with 52% of security leaders citing social engineering challenges.
Fortinet report: 70% of staff lack cybersecurity awareness
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
A Fortinet report reveals 70% of organisations believe employees lack cybersecurity awareness, highlighting growing concerns over AI-driven threats.
ANZ leads in observability investment & business value
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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devops
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siem
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digital transformation
Splunk's latest report reveals that organisations in Australia and New Zealand lead global observability spending, investing AUD $3.4 million annually.
AI cyberattacks on retailers rise ahead of holiday season
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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data protection
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martech
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physical security
Imperva reveals that online retailers face a staggering average of 569,884 AI-driven cyberattacks daily as the holiday shopping season approaches.
Interparcel warns SMEs on rising supply chain expenses
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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supply chain
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australia post
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automation
Interparcel reports a 10.8% rise in postal charges and a 12% increase in shipping costs, urging SMEs to enhance operational efficiency this season.
UK tech sector faces challenges with potential CGT rise
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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ai
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investment
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eis
Potential changes to Capital Gains Tax in the Autumn Budget could hinder UK's tech innovation, warns expert Adam Chick, driving entrepreneurs to sell prematurely.
Digital fibre could add USD $163bn to NZ economy by 2033
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
A Deloitte report claims digital fibre infrastructure could boost New Zealand's economy by USD $163 billion by 2033, highlighting its untapped potential.
Telstra study finds missed revenue due to weak networks
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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collaboration
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telstra
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public sector
Research by Telstra suggests a lack of professional networks among senior leaders in large Australian organisations could cost AUD $53 billion annually.
Australian executives question hiring despite HR spend
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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hcm
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recruitment
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spending
A survey by SmartRecruiters reveals that nearly a third of Australian executives doubt their hiring quality, despite vast recruitment investments.
Acronis reports 57% revenue boost in Australia in 2024
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Acronis has reported a 57% surge in year-on-year revenue in Australia, driven by increasing demand for its AI-powered cybersecurity solutions.
Australia's data centre investment to exceed $26bn by 2030
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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cleantech
Investment in Australian data centre capacity is projected to surpass AUD $26 billion by 2030, driven by soaring demand for digital services.
AND Solutions to expand APAC reach with Microsoft deal
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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fintech
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microsoft
AND Solutions has entered a multi-year agreement with Crayon and Microsoft to enhance its operations in the APAC region via the Microsoft Commercial Marketplace.
Pax8 launches new cybersecurity programme for partners
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Pax8 has unveiled a new security programme to bolster its partners' cybersecurity skills, addressing the rising threats faced by small and medium-sized businesses.
Study reveals gaps in ASX firms' e-waste reporting
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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cleantech
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climate change
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asx
Research by Sircel reveals just 19% of top Australian firms report e-waste in sustainability reports, despite it being the world's fastest-growing waste stream.
UK firms delay investments amid pre-autumn budget fears
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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ai
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investment
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budget
A survey reveals that 70% of UK financial leaders are delaying investments due to uncertainties before the Autumn Budget, with technology spending prioritised.
UK firms hindered by fragmented data processes, says study
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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data analytics
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data sharing
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alteryx
Alteryx's research reveals that 61% of UK firms suffer from fragmented data processes, obstructing effective collaboration and innovation in analytics.
US energy sector faces critical cybersecurity challenges
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
A new report highlights serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the U.S. energy sector, with nearly half of breaches stemming from third-party risks.
World Quality Report reveals rise of Gen AI in QE practices
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
The latest World Quality Report reveals 68% of organisations are now utilising Generative AI in Quality Engineering, signalling a significant industry shift.
Australians calling for ban on debit card surcharges
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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payment technologies
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debit & credit cards
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australian government
A recent survey shows one in five Australians dislike debit card surcharges most, with younger generations particularly frustrated as the government considers a ban.