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 161
Memory-based attacks surge, hackers evade cloud security defences
Wed, 28th Jun 2023
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cloud security
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application security
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cybersecurity
There has been a 1,400% surge in memory-based attacks as hackers evade traditional cloud security defences, a new report has found.
Mobile development needs to step up against data breaches
Wed, 28th Jun 2023
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cybersecurity insurance
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
More than a quarter of Australian consumers fear their mobile apps will be breached and need developers to invest more in delivering robust cyber protection.
Rise in Generative AI sees professionals future-proof careers
Wed, 28th Jun 2023
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it training
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genai
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ai
Nearly all L&D professionals are taking action by developing soft skills, building professional networks and upskilling in other technical areas.
ANGOKA crowned UK's most innovative cyber SME for 2023
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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cybersecurity
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sme
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infosecurity
ANGOKA wins UK's Most Innovative Cyber SME 2023 contest for its solutions in securing machine to machine communication.
Shoppers more likely to purchase a product with influencer support
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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social media
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smb
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analyst report
Influencers are a key ingredient for Australian SMEs' marketing strategies, according to research by B2B software search website Capterra.
67% of ASX 200 companies at risk of email fraud – report
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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email security
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Two-thirds of ASX 200 companies are subjecting customers, partners, and employees to higher risks of email fraud.
Freshworks unveils new generative AI enhancements
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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ai
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agentic ai
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copilots
Freshworks has unveiled Freddy Self Service, Freddy Copilot and Freddy Insights to make artificial intelligence more accessible to every workplace.
China-affiliated APT groups behind most nation-state threat activity
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firm Trellix has released its June 2023 CyberThreat Report, revealing the latest trends in cyber threats and espionage activities.
Cyber crime costing the world $8 trillion every year
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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cybersecurity
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cybercrime
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personal data
In the context of our technologically advanced society, the protection of personal data has emerged as a critical concern.
Digital-first economy introduces unforeseen risks for CISOs
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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risk & compliance
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cso / ciso
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apis
CISOs struggle to cost justify security investments despite known security gaps, face increasing personal risks, and worry about the rapid adoption of AI.
Report: Who is leading the global cloud project race?
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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microsoft
The Global Cloud Projects Report and Database 2023 reveals the distinct market footprints of major cloud vendors, according to IoT Analytics.
Integration challenges remain over zero trust implementation
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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zero trust security
A new report by Fortinet has found that many organisations implementing zero trust are still facing integration challenges.
AI in security market to reach $20 billion in 2031
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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malware
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ai
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cybersecurity
Advanced security solutions are urgently needed due to the rise in cyber threats such as sophisticated malware, ransomware attacks, and data breaches.
DNV acquires Nixu to tackle rising cybersecurity risks
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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nixu software
DNV to acquire cyber security firm Nixu, creating one of Europe's fastest-growing cyber security services businesses. The deal is worth €98m.
Aussie SMBs increase prices. use own money to combat cash flow woes
Wed, 21st Jun 2023
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Australian small businesses are resorting to personal savings or increasing prices to cope with rising costs, says a report from Xero.
Palo Alto Networks, NSW Cyber Hub to tackle cyber skills shortage
Wed, 21st Jun 2023
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firewalls
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partner programmes
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breach prevention
Palo Alto Networks partners with NSW Cyber Hub to host Careers in Cyber Day, increasing awareness of cybersecurity in schools.
NZ's first hyperscale data centres now first net carbon zero
Wed, 21st Jun 2023
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
CDC Data Centres becomes the first hyperscale provider to achieve net carbon zero certification in New Zealand.
Dell Technologies launches new incentive program for APJ
Wed, 21st Jun 2023
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network infrastructure
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partner programmes
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dicker data
Dell Technologies introduces RISE, an incentive program for its authorized partners in Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia.
MYOB, PayPal integration boosts cashflow with digital payments
Tue, 20th Jun 2023
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
MYOB customers who send invoices with the business management platform can now receive payments made via PayPal and PayPal Pay in 4.
Enterprises tired of playing defence, going on the attack
Tue, 20th Jun 2023
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cybersecurity
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bishop fox
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red teaming
A new report from Bishop Fox finds a surge in Red Team deployment, with 56% increasing investment over the next 12-24 months.