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 190
More users falling for security and HR-related phishing attacks
Wed, 14th Jul 2021
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phishing
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hcm
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email security
Security and HR-related phishing attacks are on the rise, with email attacks on HR topics seeing a significant increase, according to new research from KnowBe4.
Confidence remains low amongst New Zealand business
Wed, 14th Jul 2021
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
In spite of this low morale, 41% of New Zealand small business owners are planning on starting a new business in 2021.
Tencent Cloud, InterCloud partnership to address surging demand for cloud-based services
Tue, 13th Jul 2021
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multi-cloud
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partner programmes
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healthtech
Tencent Cloud partners with InterCloud to offer enterprises seamless access to its full suite of cloud services worldwide.
Virgin Galactic completes first fully crewed spaceflight
Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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spacetech
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virgin galactic
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satellite
Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity has successfully reached space in its fourth rocket-powered spaceflight, with Sir Richard Branson on board.
Recent high profile cyber attacks show rising threat of ransomware-as-a-service
Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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it automation
Cyber attacks by ransomware-as-a-service providers pose a growing threat, warns Open Systems, following the recent REvils attack on Kaseya and JBS.
Risk of data leaks high as employees unsure about confidentiality
Fri, 9th Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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data leak
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knowbe4
One in four UK employees risk sharing confidential work information due to lack of knowledge, according to new research.
Sophos expands Linux cybersecurity ecosystem with Capsule8 acquisition
Fri, 9th Jul 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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devops
The deal is set to expand the Sophos portfolio of detection and response solutions and services for underprotected server and cloud environments.
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Turning agility into reality difficult as organisations prepare for recovery
Fri, 9th Jul 2021
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uc
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devops
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apm
New research from Zendesk reveals that turning agility into reality in organizations is proving to be a challenge.
Check Point expands cloud platform to support Alibaba Cloud
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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cloud security
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multi-cloud
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partner programmes
Check Point Software Technologies is expanding its multi-cloud support with Alibaba Cloud integration, providing enhanced security for customers.
Atos launches scalable end-to-end artificial intelligence analytics platform
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Atos has launched its Atos Computer Vision Platform, an AI video and image analytics solution for sectors like manufacturing and transport security.
Gamifying cybersecurity key to preventing attacks
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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gamification
Gamifying cybersecurity is key to preventing attacks, with Balbix reporting that most incidents are due to individual user behaviour.
Security vendors weigh in as fallout of Kaseya cyber attack continues
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Ransomware attack on Kaseya serves as a stark reminder of the increasing threat faced by organizations, say security experts.
Velocity partnership to develop conversational artificial intelligence tech
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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partner programmes
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ai
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ml
Conversational artificial intelligence success hinges on a combination of technical prowess and business optimisation expertise.
Unisys adds Google cloud, infrastructure and digital workplace services to its offering
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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partner programmes
Unisys joins Google's Cloud Partner Advantage program, providing clients with more options to optimize their digital workplace environments.
SonicWall vulnerability allows attackers to obtain full control of device and underlying OS
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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sonicwall
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security vulnerabilities
Positive Technologies reveals critical vulnerability in SonicWall Network Security Manager, allowing authenticated attackers full control.
Fortinet, NEC and CETIN join forces on large-scale network security project
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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digital signage
Fortinet, NEC and CETIN join forces to develop a major network security project for CETIN Group's extensive networks.
Risk of downtime and data theft as ransomware targets Industrial Control Systems
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks on industrial facilities pose a growing threat, warns cybersecurity firm Trend Micro, risking downtime and data theft.
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Online payment fraud losses to exceed $206 billion, driven by identity theft
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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physical security
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juniper networks
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identity theft
Online payment fraud losses are set to exceed $206 billion over the next five years, driven by identity fraud, according to Juniper Research.
Kaseya ransomware attack reminder that attackers still have the upper hand
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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it automation
Kaseya ransomware attack emphasizes attackers' advantage, says Cybereason. Hundreds of US businesses affected. Attackers hijacked Kaseya's VSA tool.
Shopify unveils major platform investments and upgrades
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Shopify announces its largest ever platform investments, including upgrades to its Liquid platform and new developer features.