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 244
Warning: Fancy Lazarus DDoS extortion group resurfaces
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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radware
The Fancy Lazarus DDoS extortion group has returned with a new campaign targeting unprotected assets in all industries, warns cybersecurity firm Radware.
Trade secret protection rapidly rising up the corporate agenda
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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ecm
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martech
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data privacy
According to a report by @TheEIU, corporates fear cybercrime and employee leaks as the biggest risks to protecting trade secrets.
IT leaders identify technical debt as main barrier to innovation following COVID-19
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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apm
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low-code
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software development
IT leaders see technical debt as a major threat to innovation, hindering companies' ability to rebuild and innovate post-COVID, a report by OutSystems reveals.
LTI expands strategic relationship with Amazon Web Services
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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devops
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Larsen & Toubro Infotech has expanded its relationship with Amazon Web Services to accelerate customer value and innovation.
Tech, finance sectors top targets for cyber attacks
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
Threat actors focused on the technology, manufacturing, and banking sectors in Asia Pacific in 2020, says cybersecurity firm Ensign.
Greenwash, false claim risks high amongst IT - report
Wed, 16th Jun 2021
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cleantech
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sustainability
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tco certified
New report helps IT buyers avoid greenwash and false claims, says TCO Development. Social and environmental risks high in complex product categories such as IT.
Phishing remains number one threat to cyber safety, while stalkerware, gaming attacks are on the rise
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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malware
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gaming
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ransomware
Phishing remains the top cyber threat to consumers, with scams related to the pandemic also on the rise, says NortonLifeLock research.
Salary, benefits gap growing between employers and employees
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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personal computing devices
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recruitment
Employees dissatisfied with working benefits as minimal salary increases predicted in 2021, says Hays Salary Guide.
Eaton launches new micro data centre and UPS offerings
Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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hyperscale
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edge computing
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dc
Eaton introduces iCube 2.0 and 9PX lithium-ion UPS to address the needs of organisations future-proofing their data center infrastructure.
Black market dedicated solely to data leaks emerges - report
Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks are gaining momentum globally across industries, and businesses are being warned against a black market dedicated solely to data leaks.
The trends that will define NZ business post COVID-19
Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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partner programmes
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accenture
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covid-19
New Zealand business need to consider how major shifts in the business landscape due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis can be applied to their business models.
Money to be made: Ransomware attacks on the rise
Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks are increasingly lucrative for hackers targeting businesses globally, with victims including AXA Asia and JBS.
Scams number one online crime
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Scams make up 56% of all online fraud attacks, according to new research from cyber intelligence company Group-IB.
Fortinet simplifies network operations by enhancing Security Fabric with digital experience monitoring
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
Fortinet launches FortiMonitor and FortiAIOps to accelerate AIOps network operations and provide comprehensive digital experience monitoring.
New artificial intelligence guide launched to help business decision making
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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ai
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comptia
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ml
CompTIA has launched a new AI guide to support businesses in their decision-making process, covering over two dozen key considerations in implementing AI.
Global spending on financial crime compliance accelerates
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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risk & compliance
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financial institutions
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lexisnexis
Global spending on financial crime compliance at financial institutions is forecast to reach US$213.9 billion in 2021.
5G smartphone market most accelerated mobile technology generation ever
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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smartphones
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uc
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5g & beyond
Global 5G smartphone market set for rapid growth in 2021, with more than 500m units expected, driven by falling prices.
Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Established Dridex trojan has dropped off altogether after being one of the most popular malwares in recent months amidst a global surge in ransomware.
SMEs feeling economic pinch turning to innovative tech platforms to save cash
Thu, 10th Jun 2021
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martech
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commerce systems
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rush
SMEs turn to innovative tech platforms, like Rush, to save money on deliveries amid economic pressures, says managing director Mike Farquharson.
Surge in Android banking malware and RDP attacks - ESET
Thu, 10th Jun 2021
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
A new report from cybersecurity firm ESET has revealed rapid abuse of trending vulnerabilities and configuration flaws by cyber crooks.