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 111
Microsoft Surface repairs now available nationwide in NZ
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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clean technologies
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microsoft
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sustainability
Broken screens and other minor defects can now be rectified nationwide by repair technicians based in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin.
ManageEngine reveals organisational IT trends for 2024
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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rpa
Rajesh Ganesan, ManageEngine President, gives five predictions for 2024 technology trends, highlighting privacy, LLMs, and orchestration.
Public sector has misplaced confidence in cybersecurity
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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malware
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edutech
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phishing
Public sector organisations display an alarming overconfidence in their cybersecurity abilities, a Check Point survey has revealed.
Survey reveals security concerns over GenAI use in ANZ
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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socs
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genai
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ai
A new survey has revealed 97% of firms across Australia and New Zealand use GenAI tools, however, 85% view them as potential security risks.
Surge in eCommerce platforms sees rise of counterfeit goods
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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uc
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supply chain
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digital twins
Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) offers a solution to the growing problem of counterfeit goods on ecommerce platforms.
Report shows daily cyber threats on the rise in 2023
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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windows
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky reports a near-3% rise in daily cyber threats in 2023, with new tactics and threats emerging.
LF Energy unveils new open source projects for energy transition
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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power / energy
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cybersecurity
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clean technologies
LF Energy introduces five open-source projects for digital energy technologies, bolstering efforts towards energy transition.
Toqio transformation: From SaaS portal to embedded finance platform
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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saas
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orchestration
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financial services
Toqio has transitioned from a SaaS portal to an adaptable embedded finance platform, aiming to bolster corporate financial stability.
IT leaders concerned over AI implementation & process optimisation
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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edutech
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ai
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customers
A new study from Celonis reveals 72% of IT leaders fear process deficiencies could disrupt successful artificial intelligence implementation.
SAS outlines predictions for AI's role across sectors
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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genai
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ai
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healthtech
SAS details twelve predictions for AI's impact across various sectors, including finance and healthcare, by 2024.
Cloudbrink pioneers with firewall-as-a-service for better cyber defence
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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productivity
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transport layer security
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ipsec
Security firm Cloudbrink introduces firewall-as-a-service (FWaaS), promising granular control for better endpoint device protection.
New survey highlights tech & HR challenges for SMEs in 2023
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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hcm
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payroll systems
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integration
A new survey from Empiraa has revealed technology integration and HR challenges as the main issues for small to medium enterprises in 2023.
2024 set to bring uncertainty when it comes to cybersecurity
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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quantum computing
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rpa
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supply chain
Darren Humphries, Acora's CISO, discusses cybersecurity challenges in 2024, spotlighting AI threats and strategies.
Businesses reconsider cloud-based AI over data privacy concerns
Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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genai
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data privacy
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ai
Businesses may pivot away from cloud-based AI systems to on-premise servers due to rising data privacy concerns.
NZ Compare Awards celebrates New Zealand service sectors
Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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uc
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broadband
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2degrees
NZ Compare Awards 2023 honours service sector leaders, spotlighting exceptional broadband, mobile and energy offerings.
Orange Cyberdefense reveals worrying rise in cyber incidents
Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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cybersecurity
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hacktivists
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cyber attacks
Orange Cyberdefense's annual report highlights a 30% year-on-year escalate in cyber incidents, with large enterprises being the major victims.
Pentest People launches cybersecurity training course
Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Pentest People unveils 'Cyber Security Fundamentals,' a two-day training programme, providing thorough cybersecurity understanding.
Dynatrace explores AI's role in 2024 channel landscape
Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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genai
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ai
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clean technologies
Dynatrace VP foresees AI advancements in 2024 driving channel opportunities in security, sustainability and data quality.
AI's expanding role: SAS's 2024 predictions unveiled
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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uc
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digital twins
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risk & compliance
SAS unveils predictions for the role of artificial intelligence in 2024, forecasting tech advancements and job creation potential.
CybeReady & Securus360 join forces to boost cybersecurity in schools
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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edutech
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
CybeReady forms strategic partnership with Securus360 to enhance cybersecurity in K-12 schools, offering a 90-day free trial.