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 202
Cyber-pandemic: The most notable cyber attacks of 2020
Thu, 25th Feb 2021
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ddos
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ai security
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ndr
2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic saw employees move to remote working, keeping IT professionals on high alert for cyberattacks.
The six most in demand tech jobs
Wed, 24th Feb 2021
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devops
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apm
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software development
COVID-19 disruption has led to a greater reliance on technology, which is fuelling a sharp increase in demand for several roles across the technology sector.
Enterprises see data virtualisation as strong alternative to data warehouse solutions
Wed, 24th Feb 2021
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virtualisation
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data warehousing
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dataops
60% of enterprises see data virtualisation as a strong alternative to data warehouses, according to a report by Varada.
3 days at home, 2 days in the office? What's the ideal working scenario in the new COVID-19 normal?
Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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covid-19
The days of physically reporting to an office every day of the workweek are not likely to resume once the COVID-19 pandemic is over.
WhiteHat: 50% of apps are vulnerable
Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
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application security
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healthtech
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ntt
Half of all applications are vulnerable, according to research from WhiteHat Security, highlighting the ongoing state of application security.
Women in tech: Equality journey not over
Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
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kaspersky
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dei
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gender diversity
Over half of women in tech have seen improvements in gender equality, but there is still work to be done, according to a report by Kaspersky.
SMEs must develop a data-led culture - report
Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Developing a data-led culture is essential for small and medium enterprises, says a report by RSM Australia. #data #SMEs.
A year of COVID-19: New Zealand's online behaviour revealed
Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
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hootsuite
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covid-19
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delivery service
A true testament to the year that's been, when looking the most downloaded apps of the year, TikTok reigned king.
Research reveals increase in critical, low complexity vulnerabilities
Fri, 19th Feb 2021
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iot security
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
Critical and low complexity vulnerabilities are on the rise, with over 10,000 logged in 2020, according to a new study by Redscan.
Rapid shifts to the cloud may leave organisations at higher risk of cyber threats
Fri, 19th Feb 2021
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devops
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apm
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healthtech
A Trend Micro study warns that accelerated cloud migration by healthcare organisations due to COVID-19 may expose them to heightened cyber threats.
Databricks launches on Google Cloud
Fri, 19th Feb 2021
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virtualisation
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Google Cloud and Databricks have partnered to deliver Databricks at global scale, enabling data engineering, data science, and more on Google Cloud's network.
Vodafone NZ fast-tracks regional investment programme
Thu, 18th Feb 2021
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Vodafone New Zealand is fast-tracking its regional investment program to improve mobile phone and internet coverage across the country.
Men more likely than woman to join a tech start up - study
Thu, 18th Feb 2021
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recruitment
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employment
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talent
Over 70% of tech talent would consider working for a startup in 2021, with men more likely than women, says a survey by Talent Works.
2021's Most Wanted: Emotet continues reign as top malware threat
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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emotet
The Emotet trojan continues to reign as top malware in January, despite international law enforcement taking control of its infrastructure.
First West Coast fibre enabled RCG site goes live
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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uc
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chorus
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fibre
The first West Coast fibre enabled cell site, called Fox West, has gone live providing 4G wireless broadband and mobile calling services in New Zealand.
Retailers must change mindset in wake of COVID-19
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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e-commerce
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online shopping
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retail
While the retail winners of 2020 have enjoyed a phenomenal rise in online sales, they should not get too smug about it.
2021 global salary guide: Cybersecurity, data analytics professionals in high demand
Tue, 16th Feb 2021
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healthtech
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software development
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recruitment
Demand for cybersecurity, data analytics, and network engineering skills remains high in the technology sector, according to Talent's salary guide.
Vulnerability disclosures back to expected rates despite COVID-19 disruption
Tue, 16th Feb 2021
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security vulnerabilities
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risk based security
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covid-19
Vulnerability disclosures are returning to normal levels, with 2020 on track to surpass 2019, according to a report by Risk Based Security.
Organisations investing significant time modifying web application firewalls
Mon, 15th Feb 2021
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ddos
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
85% of organisations spend significant time modifying web application firewalls to combat cybersecurity threats, says Neustar.
Microsoft endorses Australia's proposal on technology and the news
Mon, 15th Feb 2021
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microsoft
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google
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facebook
Microsoft calls on Biden Administration to adopt Australia's News Media Bargaining Code for fairer share of online revenue for news orgs.