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Shannon Williams
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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.

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Security remains top concern in Kubernetes adoption - report

Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
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virtualisation
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devops
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application security
Security remains the top concern for containers and Kubernetes, with 94% of respondents in a StackRox survey experiencing a security incident in the last year.
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COVID-19 accelerating rapid growth of Asia Pacific regtech sector

Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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regulatory technology
Regulatory technology in the Asia Pacific is facing a difficult challenge of bridging the divide between developed and developing economies in the region.
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Vulnerabilities discovered in Cisco IT infrastructure deployment solution

Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
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converged infrastructure
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ndr
Researchers at Positive Technologies have discovered three vulnerabilities in Cisco HyperFlex HX that could disrupt enterprise operations.
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Microsoft unveils new innovations in Teams designed to empower hybrid work

Tue, 22nd Jun 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
Microsoft introduces new innovations in Teams and Viva to enhance hybrid work, including improved meeting experiences and new video layouts.
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Managed cyber services crucial to secure infrastructure, data and processes

Tue, 22nd Jun 2021
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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managed services
Managed cyber services are crucial for securing businesses' infrastructure, data, and processes, says SecurityHQ.
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Majority of paid ransom demands experience repeat attack

Tue, 22nd Jun 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The majority of organizations targeted by ransomware experience repeat attacks, with 46% being targeted by the same hackers, according to new research.
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Spark turns on Hamilton's first 5G network

Mon, 21st Jun 2021
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Spark launches first 5G network in parts of Hamilton, with coverage across Hamilton Central, Claudelands, Chartwell, and Fairfield. More coverage to come.
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Most organisations would consider paying in ransomware attack - study

Mon, 21st Jun 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Research reveals that 60% of organizations are willing to pay ransoms in the event of a cyberattack, despite warnings against doing so.
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Adware, fake apps and banking trojans targeting Android devices

Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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apps
Adware poses the biggest threat to Android devices, accounting for 45% of mobile threats in 2021, says research from Avast.
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Rapid device adoption reveals massive security gaps across BYOD initiatives

Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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cybersecurity
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byod
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mobility
The rapid adoption of personal devices for work is exposing security gaps in organisations' BYOD initiatives, says a report by Bitglass.
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Cisco unveils new 5G industrial router portfolio for the IoT Edge

Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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uc
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edge computing
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iot
The unified architecture simplifies collaboration between IT and operations and streamlines their deployments from the enterprise to the edge.
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Warning: Fancy Lazarus DDoS extortion group resurfaces

Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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radware
The Fancy Lazarus DDoS extortion group has returned with a new campaign targeting unprotected assets in all industries, warns cybersecurity firm Radware.
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Trade secret protection rapidly rising up the corporate agenda

Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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ecm
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martech
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supply chain
According to a report by @TheEIU, corporates fear cybercrime and employee leaks as the biggest risks to protecting trade secrets.
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IT leaders identify technical debt as main barrier to innovation following COVID-19

Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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apm
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lcnc
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software development
IT leaders see technical debt as a major threat to innovation, hindering companies' ability to rebuild and innovate post-COVID, a report by OutSystems reveals.
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LTI expands strategic relationship with Amazon Web Services

Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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devops
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Larsen & Toubro Infotech has expanded its relationship with Amazon Web Services to accelerate customer value and innovation.
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Tech, finance sectors top targets for cyber attacks

Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Threat actors focused on the technology, manufacturing, and banking sectors in Asia Pacific in 2020, says cybersecurity firm Ensign.
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Greenwash, false claim risks high amongst IT - report

Wed, 16th Jun 2021
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
New report helps IT buyers avoid greenwash and false claims, says TCO Development. Social and environmental risks high in complex product categories such as IT.
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Phishing remains number one threat to cyber safety, while stalkerware, gaming attacks are on the rise

Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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malware
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gaming
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ransomware
Phishing remains the top cyber threat to consumers, with scams related to the pandemic also on the rise, says NortonLifeLock research.
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Eaton launches new micro data centre and UPS offerings

Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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hyperscale
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edge computing
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dc
Eaton introduces iCube 2.0 and 9PX lithium-ion UPS to address the needs of organisations future-proofing their data center infrastructure.
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Black market dedicated solely to data leaks emerges - report

Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks are gaining momentum globally across industries, and businesses are being warned against a black market dedicated solely to data leaks.