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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 6

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HID unveils 2024 State of Security Industry Report insights
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big data
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data analytics
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bi
HID's 2024 State of Security Industry Report reveals key trends including mobile identification increment and widespread Multi-Factor Authentication.
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Spark unveils online protections against cyber hazards & scams
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Spark is set to boost customer online safety with new features, including an automated text scam firewall and filters to block malware, phishing, and child sexual abuse materials.
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ControlUp unveils Secure DX designed for endpoint device security
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wfh
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advanced persistent threat protection
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compliance
ControlUp unveils Secure DX to bolster the security of endpoint devices in the wake of increasing cyber threats in remote and hybrid work settings.
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Keepit's cloud backup solution offers rapid ransomware recovery
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ransomware
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webinar
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business continuity
The Keepit SaaS data protection solution, used post cyber-attack, recovers data swiftly and prevents impacts of ransomware attacks.
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Zoom unveils compliance manager for regulatory risk management
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contact centre
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dlp
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public sector
Zoom has launched a new tool, the Zoom Compliance Manager, set to streamline regulatory risk and compliance management across its platforms.
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Ransomware attacks against companies rise by 27% in 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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malware
Victim companies of ransomware attacks soar by 27% in the last year, compounding security concerns among 93% of IT personnel.
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Global UCaaS market to reach 131 million users by 2028
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cagr
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mobile
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convergence
Global Unified Communications as a Service market set for a 10.3% growth over the next five years, with mobile UCaaS services gaining momentum.
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Portnox launches Conditional Access for Applications to enhance security
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cloud services
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wfh
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saas
Portnox rolls out its new cloud-native solution, Conditional Access for Applications, designed to improve application security.
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STX Next unveils AI-powered development tool DEEP Next
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ai
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development
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software development
STX Next launches AI-powered tool 'DEEP Next', promising tenfold speed up in development using autonomous code-writing and testing procedures.
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Report reveals rise in global digital stalking in 2023
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cybersecurity
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stalkerware
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russia
Kaspersky's 2023 report highlights a worrying rise in global stalkerware abuse, with approximately 31,000 victims recorded, marking a 6% increase from 2022.
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Pegasus spyware could target iOS devices, says Group-IB
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apple
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cloud services
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encryption
A recent analysis by Group-IB sheds light on the alarming potential of Pegasus spyware, exploring wider implications for the famed security of iOS products.
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Bridewell acquires Arculus to amplify public sector cybersecurity
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audit
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uk
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mdr
Bridewell fortifies its public sector growth by acquiring Arculus Cyber Security, aiming to enhance its Critical National Infrastructure expertise.
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Cornerstone acquires Talespin's XR capabilities to redefine workspace learning
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ai
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vr
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ar
Cornerstone OnDemand bolsters its position in learning and talent experience solutions, acquiring Talespin's extended reality capabilities.
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AI could boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%
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cloud services
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payroll systems
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public cloud
New AWS research highlights potential for AI proficiency to boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%, with IT and business sectors standing to gain the most.
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Amber Technology seals exclusive distribution deal with Mojawa
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ai
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nz
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waterproof
Amber Technology becomes exclusive distributor for Mojawa's innovative bone conduction headphones, marking Mojawa's debut in ANZ.
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UK firms warned of AI project failure without skilled leaders
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public cloud
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aws
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cloud services
Hexaware warns of potential AI project failure across UK businesses due to persistent leadership and skills vacuum in the sector.
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Australian brokers struggling with customer service
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cybersecurity
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insurance
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customer service
Australian insurance brokers face more difficulty managing customer service demands than covering natural disasters or cyber attacks.
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Red Hat reveals changing trends in application modernisation
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virtualisation
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cloud services
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devops
Red Hat reveals shift in interpretation of application modernisation, highlighting security, reliability, and scalability as key modernisation drivers.
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Appdome's real-time defense against mobile app social engineering attacks
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apple
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smartphones
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application security
Appdome presents real-time defense system against social engineering attacks targeting mobile apps, enhancing user security and brand reputation.
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Tenable extends CNAPP capabilities for enhanced Kubernetes security
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cloud services
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public cloud
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cloud security
Tenable plans to extend its Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform capabilities to Kubernetes in a bid to reduce operational risk.
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Poor mobile app quality costs UK businesses millions
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apple
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smartphones
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technology gifts
Tricentis reveals that poor app quality costs firms up to $2.49M in annual lost revenue, marking the importance of mobile app quality on operational success.
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Payment terms crucial for B2B eCommerce success – study
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martech
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cx
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customer loyalty
A Hokodo study indicates payment terms are key in B2B eCommerce, with 83% of businesses willing to abandon a transaction without them.
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Blame culture jeopardising essential business operations
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it departments
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employment
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dynatrace
Unhealthy blame culture between IT teams and third-party providers is putting essential business services at risk, reveals Dynatrace.
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Recorded Future reveals potential AI exploitation in 2024
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malware
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cybersecurity
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cybercriminals
Recorded Future warns of looming AI exploitation by cybercriminals in 2024, from using deepfakes to impersonate executives to disinformation campaigns.