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 206
Cybersecurity strategies must involve every part of the organisation - study
Thu, 7th Jan 2021
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ciso
In the past year, a third of the breaches incorporated social engineering techniques and the cost of a breach caused by a human error averaged to $3.33 million.
Gartner: The character traits CIOs will need to have in 2021
Thu, 7th Jan 2021
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recruitment
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analyst report
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research director
CIOs need determination and sensitivity, says Gartner. Pandemic-induced changes highlight the need for strong leadership and emotional dexterity in the role.
Almost half of remote workers report decrease in productivity
Wed, 6th Jan 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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collaboration
Nearly half of remote workers have seen a decline in productivity, as the pandemic challenges the traditional 9-to-5 model, according to Blind.
Cyberattacks on healthcare organisations 'out of control' - Check Point
Wed, 6th Jan 2021
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Cyberattacks on healthcare organizations have increased by 45% in the last two months, making healthcare the most targeted industry, according to Check Point.
Organisations unprepared for IT needs of the future - IBM
Wed, 6th Jan 2021
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multi-cloud
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ibm
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modernisation
Organisations are not prepared for the future IT needs of the business and nearly all are moving to advance their transition to cloud infrastructure.
Top Trade Me listings of 2020 revealed
Tue, 5th Jan 2021
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trade me
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online shopping
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covid-19
Trade Me's top Marketplace listings of 2020 in New Zealand were all inspired by COVID-19, according to the buy and sell platform.
Cybersecurity spending to increase following SolarWinds hacking
Tue, 5th Jan 2021
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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solarwinds
Hackers breached software provider SolarWinds, directly infecting the company's Orion software as well as several local, state and federal agencies.
Investment in AI and nanotech surges in wake of COVID-19
Tue, 5th Jan 2021
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ai
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healthtech
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investment
The acceleration highlights wide recognition that the world cannot afford the human and economic cost of another pandemic.
Women in tech: Broken rung constrains progress
Tue, 5th Jan 2021
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vpns
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dei
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nordvpn
Only 26% of computing-related jobs are held by women, highlighting gender inequality in the field, according to Laura Tyrell of NordVPN.
Former Silver Peak, Symantec exec joins Quantum
Tue, 5th Jan 2021
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iot
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iiot
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quantum computing
Quantum Corp has appointed Rick Valentine as senior VP and chief customer officer, joining the executive leadership team.
IDC: UC&C market sees growth in 3Q20
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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uc
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collaboration
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analyst report
UC-C market grows 26.7% YoY to $12.2bn in 3Q20, with cloud-based solutions and digital transformation driving growth, says IDC.
New Zealanders headed online for Christmas shopping - study
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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online shopping
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pricespy
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covid-19
Almost 50% of New Zealanders plan to shop locally this Christmas, with 15% shopping online for the first time due to COVID-19, according to PriceSpy.
ComCom warns Noel Leeming Group over delivery representations during COVID-19
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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commerce commission
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noel leeming
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delivery service
Noel Leeming Group warned by Commerce Commission for making delivery representations without reasonable grounds.
Infor named Leader in IDC MarketScape for SaaS and cloud-enabled asset-intensive EAM applications
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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infor
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analyst report
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partners
Infor recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape report for SaaS and Cloud-Enabled Asset-Intensive EAM Applications.
Hackers in your bedroom: Hackers targeting smart sex toys
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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vpns
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hacking
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nordvpn
Hackers can gain control of internet-enabled sex devices, including a male chastity cage, according to new research.
Australians fear COVID-19 misinformation threat - study
Tue, 29th Dec 2020
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data leak
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misinformation
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covid-19
Misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines on social media is feared to hinder Australia's vaccination efforts, according to a new poll.
eCommerce accounts for over a third of total retail sales
Tue, 29th Dec 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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ai
eCommerce sales accounted for over a third of total retail sales in 2020, with AI assistance and mobile shopping set to rise, according to Optiseller.
Organisations looking at data and analytics to connect with customers in real time
Tue, 29th Dec 2020
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crm
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data analytics
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cx
Global companies are embracing real-time customer connections as business goes digital, says UserTesting, a user insight platform.
Darwin to become home to world's first Indigenous operated data centre
Sat, 26th Dec 2020
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
Darwin to host world's first Indigenous operated data center, promoting Indigenous representation in the tech industry.
New research reveals evolving tactics attackers use to trick victims
Fri, 25th Dec 2020
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firewalls
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email security
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breach prevention
Barracuda's new report highlights how cybercriminals are adapting quickly to current events and new tactics, with spear-phishing attacks on the rise.