About Shannon
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.
Stories by Shannon - Page 21
Study finds CVE security scores flawed, with third unsubstantiated
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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application security
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cybersecurity
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security industry
Nearly one-third of CVE entries are unverified, revealing flaws in how organisations assess software security risks and reliance on CVSS scores.
Manuka AI launches ANZ operations amid AUD $28m annual spend
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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skills shortage
Manuka AI launches in Australia and New Zealand to help enterprises improve ROI on AUD $28m annual data and AI investments with Databricks platform.
Russia, US & Brazil pose highest risks for wealthy crypto holders
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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crypto
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defi
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bitcoin
Russia, the US and Brazil top the Executive Crypto Threat Index as the riskiest countries for wealthy cryptocurrency holders in 2025, while Japan and Singapore are safest.
AI apps & short-form dramas drive new mobile growth trends
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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genai
AI apps hit 1.5bn downloads, short-form dramas surge, and third-party Android stores open new growth paths in mobile through 2025, says Mintegral.
Genesis Energy deploys Databricks to boost AI & data strategy
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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power / energy
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open source
Genesis Energy will adopt the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to enhance its AI use, boost data management, and train staff in a major digital transformation.
Boards underestimate cyber incident impacts, risking USD $2.7m losses
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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ransomware
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risk & compliance
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ai ethics & governance
Corporate boards often underestimate cyber incident impacts, facing ransomware losses averaging USD $2.7 million with downtime lasting 24 days, warns Willis report.
Finance & healthcare sectors urged to upskill amid cyber gaps
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Finance, healthcare and MSSPs face significant cybersecurity skill gaps, urging urgent upskilling beyond compliance to tackle evolving cyber threats effectively.
APAC powers mobile app growth as global installs rise 11% in 2025
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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gaming
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data analytics
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digital entertainment
Asia-Pacific leads global mobile app growth in 2025, with installs up 11% and gaming revenues hitting USD $66.7 billion, says Adjust report.
Deepfake threat grows as public & business struggle to keep up
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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phishing
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email security
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data privacy
Deepfake scams surge worldwide, with 49% of firms hit in 2024 as public and businesses struggle to spot convincing fake videos and audio.
AI apps, short drama content, & third-party stores drive mobile
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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ai
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samsung
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xiaomi
AI apps hit 1.5bn downloads and USD $1.3bn revenue in 2024, while APAC short dramas and third-party Android stores drive global mobile market growth.
APAC firms to boost threat intelligence spend, embrace AI by 2026
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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genai
By 2026, 79% of Asia Pacific firms plan to boost threat intelligence spending and adopt AI to tackle rising cyber threats and regulatory demands.
Boomi recognised as Leader in 2025 Gartner API Management report
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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hyperscale
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Boomi has advanced from Niche Player to Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for API Management, reflecting its strong innovation and execution.
Graphic design tops New Zealand freelance roles amid AI growth
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
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marketing
Graphic design leads New Zealand's freelance jobs despite AI growth, as demand for creatives and tech specialists surges in 2024, says global report.
AI adoption outpaces cloud security as leaders rely on old metrics
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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ai security
AI adoption surges, yet outdated security metrics and leadership blind spots leave firms vulnerable to breaches, warns Tenable's Cloud and AI Security 2025 report.
Global targets for cross-border payment reforms at risk of delay
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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data protection
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fintech
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blockchain
Global financial authorities are likely to miss their 2027 target to improve cross-border payments, with costs and regulatory hurdles still impeding progress.
Supply chain leaders face mounting disruptions & turn to AI solutions
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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ai
A survey reveals 73% of supply chain leaders faced supplier disruptions last year, with many turning to AI to curb financial losses and boost resilience.
Global cyber regulation moves from compliance to resilience
Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
NCC Group's new report reveals a global shift from cyber compliance to resilience, urging businesses to adopt long-term, adaptive governance amid rising offensive cyber threats.
Deepfake attacks cost firms an average of USD $280,000 per incident
Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
More than half of firms faced deepfake fraud losses averaging USD $280,000 per incident, despite increased cybersecurity training and awareness efforts.
AI tools boost speed & accuracy for security analysts in SOCs
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
A study reveals AI tools let security analysts work 45-61% faster and with 22-29% more accuracy in SOC investigations than manual methods alone.
Ransomware surge in Q3 2025 as new alliances target more sectors
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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ransomware
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encryption
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks hit a record in Q3 2025 as new alliances broaden targets to sectors like healthcare and critical infrastructure worldwide.