About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 122
Zally & SoSquared host FLIP MCR to boost local tech scene
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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ai
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venture capital
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investors
Zally and SoSquared unite to host FLIP MCR, a networking event for local entrepreneurs looking for investment, aimed to spark venture capital activity in 2024.
Acer introduces new high-performance gaming laptops
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
Acer has launched its latest Predator Helios gaming laptops, powered by Intel’s 14th gen processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptop GPUs.
Acer expands Predator monitor line with MiniLED, OLED models
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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acer
Acer launches four new models to its Predator gaming monitor series, including two MiniLED and two OLED displays.
Tech removing barriers to green construction practices
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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data sharing
APAC construction sector focuses on sustainability, buoyed by the global aim to reach net zero emissions, according to a whitepaper by Autodesk.
Summer camp tackles Australia's tech skills shortage
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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encryption
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google
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westpac
In a bid to bridge Australia's tech worker shortage, 160 students will participate in Grok Academy's summer computer science camp in Sydney and Melbourne.
Vietnam's FPT pioneers as first billion-dollar revenue tech firm
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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cx
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martech
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r&d
FPT surpasses $1bn in global IT service revenue, amid successful acquisitions and the launch of new automotive tech subsidiary.
Digital transformation crucial for financial sector
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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malware
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data analytics
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planning
Financial services could see improved staff satisfaction by embracing digital transformation, amid a decrease in the employment rate for talent aged 16-64.
BW Digital launches 400GbE services on Hawaiki Transpacific Cable
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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ciena
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undersea cables
BW Digital is set to launch commercial 400GbE services on the Hawaiki transpacific cable, tapping Ciena's GeoMesh Extreme network solution.
Qrious reaches to Premier tier status with Snowflake
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Qrious elevates to Premier tier partner status with Snowflake, driving a shift towards data and cloud computing solutions in aiding DX.
UK CFOs concerned over digital acceleration, survey finds
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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fintech
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ai
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labour party
CFOs and senior finance professionals have voiced serious concerns over digital acceleration and AI integration, according to a new survey by Aurum Solutions.
Top five trends for cloud connectivity in 2024 revealed
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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encryption
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edge computing
InterCloud has outlined the top five trends that will shape the cloud connectivity and multicloud management landscape in 2024.
Global M&A hits low in Q4 2023 amid economic challenges
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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inflation
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m&a
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wtw
M&A activity in Q4-2023 witnessed a record low due to factors like inflation and geopolitical instability, making deal numbers slide 27% globally.
Australian edtech Getmee triumphs in recent funding round
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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deakin university
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investment
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universities
Australian ed-tech startup Getmee secures funding led by Access Capital Ventures to facilitate its AI-supported English coaching platform's expansion.
SingPost leverages Boomi for customer onboarding in digital shift
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Singapore's SingPost has leveraged Boomi's platform in its digital transformation to quicken customer onboarding and improve delivery visibility.
Cloudflare reports rise in API threats & DDoS shifts
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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gaming
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
New report warns of a rise in API-based cyber threats as businesses digitise, alongside escalating DDoS activities targeting specific sectors and regions.
AI amongst key trends shaping eCommerce and retail in 2024
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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personalisation
AI, sustainability, social commerce, and value provision will redefine retail and online sectors in 2024, predicts ecommerce specialist, Paul Waddy.
Rise in DDoS attacks & API security threats in 2023
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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ddos
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partner programmes
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ai
Cloudflare's reports highlight the spike in DDoS attacks amid conflict in Palestine and Israel, and the growing security threats posed by 'shadow APIs'.
Cyber resilience vital for securing cyber insurance
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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devops
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apm
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risk & compliance
Evolving cybersecurity threats mount pressure on businesses, driving demand for cyber insurance and raising insurers' security expectations.
Cybersecurity landscape shaped by PQC, AI & sustainability
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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encryption
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quantum computing
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ai
Advances in quantum cryptography, AI, sustainability, infrastructure resilience and efforts to bridge the skill gap will drive cybersecurity in 2024.
New Netsafe alliance formed to combat rising cyber fraud
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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uc
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blockchain
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email security
To combat the rising threat of cyber fraud, a new alliance aims to reinforce consumer safety in banking, cryptocurrency, and telecommunications sectors in NZ.