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 236
Disney+: Is it safe to subscribe?
Wed, 27th Nov 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Disney+ subscribers are falling victim to credential stuffing, with hacked accounts already up for sale. Users advised to follow best practices.
Performance management systems not effective, Gartner finds
Fri, 22nd Nov 2019
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hcm
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payroll systems
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sales performance management
Most HR leaders believe performance management is ineffective, according to research from Gartner. 81% are still making changes.
Check Point signs new distributor for Aussie SMB market
Thu, 21st Nov 2019
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cybersecurity
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smb
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check point software
Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Aria Technologies to distribute its cybersecurity solutions to the Australian SMB market.
Asia shines at Frost & Sullivan Asia-Pacific Best Practices Awards
Wed, 20th Nov 2019
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uc
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healthtech
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contact centre
Award recipients have consistently demonstrated outstanding achievement and superior performance amidst the changing business landscape.
New 'future director' for Spark board
Tue, 19th Nov 2019
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
Ana Wight joins Spark as a future director under its programme, bringing 12 years of experience from Vend, McKinsey, and Microsoft.
Aon strengthens data & analytics with new hire
Fri, 15th Nov 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Aon hires Sulav Saha as managing principal, data and actuarial analytics to strengthen client offering and centralise data teams.
Big Tech firms dominating internet choices
Wed, 13th Nov 2019
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google
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facebook
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alibaba
Consumers in the Asia Pacific heavily rely on Big Tech for online services, yet 60% crave more market choices, reveals Internet Society research.
eInvoicing provides greater benefits for business
Tue, 12th Nov 2019
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einvoicing
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ato
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partners
The Australian Taxation Office has been established as the Australian Peppol Authority, with the aim of improving the payment experience for businesses.
Public cloud services to drive APAC cloud computing revenue during 2018-23
Fri, 8th Nov 2019
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private cloud
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public cloud
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risk & compliance
Public cloud services will be the top revenue generator for cloud computing in the Asia-Pacific region, according to GlobalData.
Worldwide spending on security products and services set to reach $151.2 billion in 2023
Thu, 7th Nov 2019
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cybersecurity
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it budget
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spending
Global spending on security products and services is predicted to hit $151.2bn by 2023, growing by 57% since 2018, according to a report by PreciseSecurity.com.
Cybera teams up with Apex for DX in retail
Thu, 7th Nov 2019
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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supply chain
Cybera has partnered with Apex Supply Chain Technologies to streamline digital transformation in retail, restaurants, and foodservice industries.
Cohesity nabs Veritas exec for chief revenue role
Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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recruitment
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veritas
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cohesity
Michael Cremen appointed chief revenue officer for data management company Cohesity, bringing 25 years of experience in the industry.
Make the most of your data or risk your market status, organisations told
Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
GlobalData warns that businesses failing to leverage big data risk losing market status as rivals gain a competitive edge by harnessing diverse data sets.
Forrester: 2020 the year of adaptability
Fri, 1st Nov 2019
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it automation
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ai
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drive adapters
VValues-based consumers, recessionary fears, and global sociopolitical uncertainty will make 2020 the year of adaptability.
Breaches on the rise despite increased security spend, survey finds
Fri, 1st Nov 2019
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cybersecurity
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servicenow
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patching
Despite a 24% rise in cybersecurity spending in 2019, breaches surged by 17%, reveals a ServiceNow study, highlighting patching delays and coordination issues.
Gartner: Top digital experience trends for 2020
Wed, 30th Oct 2019
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uc
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surveillance
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biometrics
Gartner predicts that facial recognition payments, interfaceless machines, and a UX research renaissance will be top digital experience trends in 2020.
Australian banking and securities IT spend to reach $18.5 billion
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Australian banking and securities IT spending is set to grow 5.2% in 2020, driven by investments in BI, analytics, and RPA, says Gartner.
Macquarie named NSW Government telecoms supplier
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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uc
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government
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australian government
Macquarie Government has been chosen by the New South Wales Government as an approved supplier of telecommunications services.
Securing IoT top priority for enterprises, research says
Sat, 26th Oct 2019
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iot
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cybersecurity
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software development
Securing IoT devices is a crucial goal for enterprises, says ABI Research, as the number of connected devices is projected to reach 44 billion by 2023.
Travel opportunities abound for China-based companies despite ongoing global uncertainty
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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american express
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travel technologies
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retail
More than half of China-based companies believe the country's Belt and Road initiative is creating opportunities for business travel.