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 200
Those who master change define the future - Accenture report
Tue, 23rd Mar 2021
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supply chain
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accenture
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covid-19
A wave of companies are racing to reinvent themselves and use technology innovations to shape the new realities they face.
Almost a third of malware threats previously unknown - HP report
Tue, 23rd Mar 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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hp
New report reveals that 29% of malware captured was previously unknown due to attackers using packers and obfuscation techniques.
Two thirds of APAC website traffic now mobile - study
Mon, 22nd Mar 2021
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cloud services
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websites
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technology gifts
Smartphones accounted for 72% of website traffic in Asia Pacific in 2020, but half of mobile users bounce after viewing just one page, says Contentsquare study.
Online gaming spikes as consumers seek social connection and entertainment
Fri, 19th Mar 2021
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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limelight
The desire to stay connected and entertained while stuck at home during the pandemic has driven online gaming popularity.
App modernisation and edge computing vital to adapt in COVID-19 era
Fri, 19th Mar 2021
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devops
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digital transformation
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edge computing
App modernisation and edge computing are crucial for businesses to adapt post-COVID, says F5's State of Application Strategy report.
Less than a quarter of digital transformation efforts in Asia Pacific are optimised - study
Fri, 19th Mar 2021
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Less than a quarter of digital transformation efforts in Asia Pacific are optimized, according to NTT's Global Managed Services Report.
2talk launches mobile plans, offers complete communications solution
Fri, 19th Mar 2021
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uc
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voip
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2talk
Business cloud service provider 2talk has launched mobile plans, adding to its broadband and IP Voice products.
Kasada launches new defenses against bot attacks
Thu, 18th Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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bots
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kasada
Kasada has announced the general availability of its new V2 platform in a bid to address the increasing sophistication of bot attacks.
Smarter AI, composable analytics, XOps amongst top data and analytics trends for 2021
Thu, 18th Mar 2021
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devops
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data analytics
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martech
Smarter AI, composable analytics and XOps are among the top data and analytics technology trends for 2021, according to Gartner.
Google Cloud, Automation Anywhere partnership to accelerate intelligent automation adoption
Thu, 18th Mar 2021
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uc
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Automation Anywhere and Google Cloud have partnered to accelerate intelligent automation adoption with global enterprises.
Exploits double 'every two to three hours' following Microsoft Exchange zero-days
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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check point software
Hackers are racing against security experts following the disclosure of vulnerabilities on Microsoft Exchange Servers, says Check Point Research.
ANZ businesses increase spend on cybersecurity in wake of COVID-19
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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it budget
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spending
Despite organisations cutting spending in many areas during 2020 due to the impact of COVID-19, security remains a consistent area of increased investment.
Businesses more digitally savvy and sustainable since lockdown
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Workplaces are operating more efficiently as a result of digital processes implemented because of COVID-19 working requirements, according to a new study.
Barracuda expands MSP portfolio
Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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firewalls
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cloud security
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partner programmes
Barracuda Networks expands its portfolio of solutions for IT managed service providers, including Barracuda CloudGen Access.
Telco Plan B under fire over failure to comply with levy requirements
Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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uc
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commerce commission
Plan B Group warned by Commerce Commission over failure to meet information obligations for Telecommunications Development Levy (TDL).
Organisations investing in IoT, AI to enhance CX following COVID-19
Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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crm
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digital transformation
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cx
Pandemic challenges have catalysed technology trends across the globe and accelerated organisations' digital transformations sooner than initially predicted.
Shopify expansion fast-forwards 10 years as NZ retailers rush to go digital
Fri, 12th Mar 2021
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Shopify's rapid growth in the New Zealand market was further accelerated by the pandemic, which saw an eCommerce boom as consumers flocked to online shopping.
Dell unveils hybrid client to support evolving IT and user needs
Fri, 12th Mar 2021
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uc
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network infrastructure
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microsoft
Dell Technologies launches Dell Hybrid Client, a centrally managed client software solution for mobile and desktop devices.
ANZ shunning digital fatigue despite digital reliance during pandemic - report
Fri, 12th Mar 2021
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uc
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martech
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agentic ai
Relationships with technology thrived in Australia and New Zealand in 2020, despite the pandemic, according to Infosys research.
Surge in vaccine-related phishing attacks as rollout picks up momentum
Thu, 11th Mar 2021
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firewalls
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phishing
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email security
Spikes in vaccine-related phishing activity centred around new updates, announcements and ground-breaking approvals from around the world.