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 312
Do we need cybersecurity training? Phishing remains problem area
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Phishing attacks remain a significant threat, with one in four cybersecurity questions answered incorrectly, a new report from Proofpoint reveals.
DevOps amongst most sought after skillset
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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uc
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devops
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apm
The survey found 53% of respondents believe technical skills have the highest impact on the effectiveness of an organisation or department.
Changes to Aruba's South Pacific line up
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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hpe
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channel ecosystem
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hpe aruba networking
Patrick Devlin steps up as Aruba's new South Pacific Director, steering its growth in Australia and New Zealand, succeeding Anthony Smith.
Scam warning: Fake Google reviews and business listings targeting the vulnerable
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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email security
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cybersecurity
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google
Kiwis are being advised to remain alert for fake Google reviews and business listings, as scammers exploit the vulnerable by targeting emergency services.
C-suite dynamics shifting as DX takes front seat
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
A new Financial Times survey reveals digital transformation is reshaping C-suite dynamics, positioning CIOs as the driving force behind organisational change.
Trade Me and GirlBoss kick off GirlBoss Awards for 2019
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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trade me
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mental health
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girls in stem
Nominations are open for the 2019 GirlBoss Awards, celebrating young Kiwi women shaping the future of New Zealand.
Are we unprepared for the jobs of the future?
Tue, 9th Jul 2019
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digital transformation
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it automation
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skillsoft
Employees in the Asia Pacific region are concerned their employers won't support their future job requirements, according to a report by Skillsoft.
Rapid increase in AI to detect fraud
Tue, 9th Jul 2019
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ai
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cybersecurity
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sas
Artificial intelligence for fraud detection set to triple by 2021 as adoption of technology in organisations increases rapidly - ACFE/SAS study.
Master stroke: Swimming Australia looks to AWS for cloud and analytics
Tue, 9th Jul 2019
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Swimming Australia is partnering with Amazon Web Services to revolutionize the swimming experience for fans and athletes.
Cyber threats: Legacy systems aren't always the culprit
Tue, 9th Jul 2019
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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axis communications
There is a common misconception that product security is the only way to mitigate vulnerabilities and threats.
The four key trends shaping modern consumer behaviour
Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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partner programmes
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social media
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branding
Brand accountability and embracing nostalgia are key factors in modern consumer behaviour, according to a study by UM.
Video conferencing: How to make interviewing less awkward
Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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uc
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video conferencing
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voip
Candidates still prefer face-to-face job interviews, finding them less awkward than video interviews, according to a BBC report.
DevOps: Communication falling short between security and developers
Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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devops
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apm
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cybersecurity
Despite the benefits of DevOps, a Trend Micro survey reveals most IT leaders believe communication between IT security and developers must improve for success.
Enterprise at tipping point, says Symantec
Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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cloud security
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iaas
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cybersecurity
Enterprises are at a critical moment in cloud adoption, with Symantec revealing 54% of firms struggle to keep up with cloud security demands.
Fintech the new normal, survey finds
Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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fintech
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financial systems
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digitisation
A global survey by deVere Group reveals 55% of banking and financial services customers now use fintech, underscoring rapid digitalisation in finance.
Australia, NZ and Singapore in cybercriminal firing line
Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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malware
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore face a surge in cyber threats, with Zscaler blocking over 1.5 million malware pieces weekly, the company reveals.
Using tech to aid growth in new financial year
Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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sap
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smb
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sap concur
SMBs should embrace technology to prepare for the new financial year and streamline tax duties, says SAP Concur.
One-size-fits-all not enough to secure IoT
Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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iot
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cybersecurity
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connectivity
A one-size-fits-all approach won't cut it for securing IoT, says the Trusted Computing Group, stressing the need for individual assessment of connected objects.
3D printing enabling PC customisation
Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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3d printing
3D printing is allowing consumers to personalize their PC builds, creating unique and customised rigs, says Crucial ANZ.
Kiwi company selected for global startup programme
Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain & logistics
AI software firm Aider has been named as one of 10 startups to take part in Mastercard's Start Path programme.