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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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Govt sector leads in daily high-severity cyber incidents in 2023

Thu, 2nd May 2024
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kaspersky
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cyber attacks
Kaspersky's 2023 MDR Analyst Report reveals a daily trend of over two high-severity cybersecurity incidents, with the government sector being the most affected.
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Aussie businesses lag in AI adoption compared to APAC peers

Thu, 2nd May 2024
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employment
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ai adoption
Australian businesses are trailing behind Asia-Pacific counterparts in AI adoption, with 33% having no AI usage or plans to implement.
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Consumer eSIM downloads double in 2023, TCA report shows

Thu, 2nd May 2024
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gsma
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esim
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trusted connectivity alliance
Consumer adoption of eSIM technology doubles in 2023, led by North American demand, with adoption rates surging in Asia and Western Europe.
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Lenovo launches AI-centric infrastructure to drive hybrid AI innovation

Thu, 2nd May 2024
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ai
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healthtech
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microsoft
Lenovo announces suite of AI-centric infrastructure systems and solutions to boost hybrid AI innovation for data-heavy sectors.
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Progress boosts AI capabilities in latest Sitefinity edition

Wed, 1st May 2024
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ecm
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martech
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personalisation
Progress ramps up AI capabilities in the latest edition of Sitefinity, offering tools to refine audience segmentation and increase content relevancy.
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Endava introduces Agentic AI accelerator for regulated sectors

Wed, 1st May 2024
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digital transformation
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rpa
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llms
Endava's new Agentic AI Industry Accelerator, Morpheus, aims to bring transparency and greater control to AI use in tightly regulated sectors.
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Employment report reveals 2024 forecasts & anxieties

Wed, 1st May 2024
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recruitment
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employment
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work-life balance
People2people Recruitment's latest report presents business growth predictions, employment preferences, and worker anxieties for 2024.
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Manawatū businesses set to benefit from CEDA & ManawaTech partnership

Wed, 1st May 2024
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summer of tech
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recruitment
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ceda
Manawatū-based businesses to gain from an innovative partnership between CEDA and ManawaTech supporting the 2024 Summer of Tech programme.
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Grok Academy invites NZ students to third annual Cyber Comp

Wed, 1st May 2024
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edutech
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encryption
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phishing
Grok Academy invites students to join the annual Cyber Comp, a four-week cybersecurity challenge aimed at teaching online safety skills nationwide.
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Dropbox unveils new features for remote work, enhances Microsoft integration

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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uc
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encryption
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hybrid & remote work
Dropbox responds to challenges of remote working with security enhancements, upgrades to Dropbox Replay, and new integrations with Microsoft tools.
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Hitachi Vantara debuts iQ products & Virtual Storage Platform

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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storage
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genai
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ai
Hitachi Vantara unveils new AI-centric iQ product line and Hybrid cloud storage solution, the Virtual Storage Platform One, in Singapore.
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New report reveals stark divide in global AI progression

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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ai
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cloud services
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netapp
NetApp's Cloud Complexity Report reveals differences in AI implementation, underlining the role of robust data infrastructure for AI prosperity.
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Global CIO study shows AI adoption is a pressing issue

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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ai
Lenovo's global CIO study shows that while the desire to adopt AI technologies is stronger than ever, businesses face significant challenges.
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Record ransomware attacks in March 2024, report finds

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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healthtech
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threat intelligence
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ncc group
Ransomware attacks hit a record high in March 2024, reflecting a rising trend despite an 8% YoY decrease, with North America and Europe being prime targets.
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Smarttech247 & SentinelOne launch AI-powered cybersecurity for SMEs

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threat
In an AI-driven security boost, global cybersecurity solution provider Smarttech247 aligns with SentinelOne to deliver top-notch managed detection and response services for small and medium-sized enterprises.
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Cash Chasm report reveals drawbacks of manual cash management

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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risk & compliance
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automation
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risk management
PayComplete's Cash Chasm report highlights challenges in cash handling, with 41% of businesses reliant on manual processes and risking losses.
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GumGum integrates Playground xyz into APAC ad suite

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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martech
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adtech
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hoverboard
GumGum integrates Playground xyz's media portfolio to strengthen its APAC business, advancing AI-driven ad solutions.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise launches Purple on Demand in Asia Pacific

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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alcatel-lucent enterprise
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business communications
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils Purple on Demand, a subscription-based communication product for APAC businesses.
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AI tools linked to data exposure in 1 in 5 UK organisations

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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insider threats
20% of UK businesses suffer data exposure linked to internal AI tool use, according to a new survey from cybersecurity firm RiverSafe.
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Public sector leaders champion digital experiences

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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ai
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public sector
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network visibility
A new survey reveals 92% of public sector leaders emphasise the crucial role of seamless digital experiences in supporting their agency's mission and competitiveness.