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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.

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ServiceNow exceeds forecast with Q3 2023 results & boosts full-year guidance

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
ServiceNow exceeds Q3 financial targets with subscription revenues of $2.216bn, a 27% YoY increase, and raises its 2023 revenue guidance.
Global

Fortinet enhances universal SASE offering for integrated global coverage

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
Fortinet has upgraded its Universal Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) offerings in order to boost global cloud security.
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Amber Technology unveils new JBL Classic Series products

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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digital entertainment
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usb
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digital music
Amber Technology has released four new JBL Classic Series products, fusing modern technology with classic design.
Coding team

Progress releases new tools for enhanced accessibility & security in app development

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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data analytics
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software development
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bi
Software expert Progress releases new tools aiming to enhance the development process by boosting accessibility, security, and UI design.
Security team

TrustInSoft unveils fuzzing feature for software security testing

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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devops
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application security
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devsecops
TrustInSoft debuts a pioneering fuzzing feature with its Analyzer, a software security milestone offering all-encompassing analysis.
Ai jobs

New report reveals booming global demand for AI expertise

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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ai
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salaries
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deel
Artificial intelligence expertise has seen a global surge, with a 60% in hiring and 59% rise in organisations seeking such skills, according to a new report.
Cyber hacker

Kaspersky sheds light on Lazarus group's new campaign

Tue, 31st Oct 2023
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malware
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Kaspersky's GReAT has revealed a new campaign by the Lazarus group, which exploits organisations globally through legitimate software.
Top 5

TCS identifies five key cybersecurity trends for 2024

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Tata Consultancy Services has highlighted what it says are the top five cybersecurity trends it believes will shape global enterprise in 2024.
Awards 2

Lenovo recognises top NZ business partners at Gala Awards

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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lenovo
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customer service
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channel ecosystem
The yearly New Zealand Business Partner Gala Awards celebrate the achievements of the company's top partners across the region.
Ships

KKR to invest $400m in telecom infrastructure firm OMS Group

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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uc
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investment
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digital infrastructure
KKR has announced it will commit $400 million to OMS Group in a bid to improve digital infrastructure across Southeast Asia.
Tourism

Mastercard, Agoda to enhance B2B payments in travel industry

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Mastercard and Agoda have broadened their collaboration in an effort to modernise B2B transactions within the travel and tourism industry.
Sharemarket

Six cybersecurity stocks worthy of consideration – report

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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ai security
From 2021 to 2022, a surge of 38% in global cyber attacks was observed, costing organisations an average of more than $4 million in intrusion costs.
Cybersecurity spike

Rise in global cyberattacks, ransomware threats surge, healthcare and APAC most affected

Sun, 29th Oct 2023
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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healthtech
Global cyberattacks have increased by 3% in 2023, with ransomware affecting 1 in 34 organisations, says Check Point Research.
Awards

Ramco Systems named Top Vendor at GEC Awards for 2023

Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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hcm
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agentic ai
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payroll systems
Payroll software provider Ramco Systems has been awarded the Top Vendor Enterprise Solutions HR & Payroll Award 2023 at the Global Enterprise Connect Awards.
Eset

ESET PROTECT Enterprise named Strategic Leader in the AV-Comparatives EPR Report 2023

Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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certification
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eset
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prevention
ESET PROTECT Enterprise secures 'Strategic Leader' spot in AV-Comparatives EPR Report 2023 due to its superior performance.
Sustainability

Digital Sustainability Alliance to tackle digital carbon footprint

Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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edutech
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agricultural technology
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genai
The initiative looks to cut the carbon and cost of data by at least 80 percent by partnering with industry experts, innovators, and tech solutions.
Eset

ESET recognised as Strategic Leader in AV-Comparatives report

Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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critical infrastructure
ESEt's security software excelled above 11 other contenders in 50 real-world scenarios that tested capabilities in threat prevention and response.
Nz

Kordia to deliver business-grade satellite services via Netlinkz Starlink partnership

Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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network infrastructure
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spacetech
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kordia
Kordia has partnered with Netlinkz to offer business-grade, high-speed satellite services via Starlink, enhancing rural coverage.
Tax

New report explores digital agendas of tax compliance leaders

Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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government
A Thomson Reuters report examines the digital strategies of tax compliance leaders, exploring investment in new technology.
Ai storm

API tech could boost AI growth to $5.4 trillion by 2027

Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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blockchain
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martech
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commerce systems
New research explores the massive impact of APIs on the economy, including the rise – and rising cost – of API-related security attacks.