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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.