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 29
New research reveals flaws in cybersecurity recruitment approach
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
New research reveals enterprise cybersecurity recruitment struggles stem from inconsistent roles, poor pay, limited remote work, and neglect of mental health support.
AI leaders urge ethics, data & trust to unlock value
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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hcm
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
AI leaders in Australia and New Zealand highlight ethics, trust, and quality data as essential to unlocking AI's full potential for business and society.
InDebted acquires Debtworks to boost New Zealand collections
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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fintech
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pwc
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m&a
InDebted has acquired Debtworks, enhancing its New Zealand debt collection capabilities and appointing Leyden Tolhurst as its first local country head.
Data centre colocation market to double, driven by AI demand
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
The data centre colocation market is set to nearly double from USD $104.2bn in 2025 to USD $204.4bn by 2030, driven by AI and hybrid cloud demand.
Rocket Mobile tops NZ value rankings for unlimited data plans
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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commerce commission
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mobile data
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mvno
Rocket Mobile offers New Zealand's cheapest unlimited data plans, topping the Commerce Commission's value rankings and challenging major network providers.
Over half of global companies leave email systems exposed to phishing
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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data protection
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phishing
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email security
Over half of global public companies lack full enforcement of email phishing protections, leaving them vulnerable to costly cyberattacks, research finds.
Taboola advises SMBs on strategies for Amazon Prime Day 2025 success
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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devops
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data analytics
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cx
Taboola advises SMBs to prepare early and use targeted strategies to succeed in Amazon Prime Day 2025, running from 8-14 July as a four-day event.
Trend Micro invests in Pacific as regional cybersecurity surges
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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endpoint protection
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Trend Micro boosts its Pacific Islands investment after 150% growth, aiming to triple revenue by 2027 amid rising regional cybersecurity demands.
KPMG & Hippocratic AI join forces to tackle healthcare shortages
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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llms
KPMG and Hippocratic AI partner to ease global healthcare staff shortages using AI agents that support clinical tasks and boost operational efficiency.
ANZ businesses urged to prioritise AI readiness & strategy
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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edge computing
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phishing
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partner programmes
ANZ business leaders urge prioritising AI readiness and strategy to harness its transformative potential and address key data and infrastructure challenges.
Zero Trust vital in cybersecurity strategies in wake of Qantas breach
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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mfa
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breach prevention
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data privacy
Cybersecurity experts have highlighted the continued significance of personal information to cybercriminals and the varied threats posed by data exposures.
Unit4 ERPx launches on Microsoft Azure Marketplace worldwide
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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saas
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devops
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digital transformation
Unit4 has launched its cloud-native ERPx platform on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, broadening access for organisations worldwide to its AI-powered ERP solution.
Five key trends reshaping eCommerce marketing for 2025 revealed
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Ecommerce marketing is set to evolve in 2025 with five key trends, including AI personalisation, mobile commerce, social media sales, data-driven automation, and SEO advances.
Wazuh issues new rules to detect fast-moving Mamona ransomware
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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siem
Wazuh has released new detection rules to counter Mamona ransomware, which quickly encrypts files, demands ransom, then deletes itself from Windows systems.
Onside launches digital platform to boost agri supply safety
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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agricultural technology
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digital transformation
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supply chain
Onside has launched PCBU Enterprise, a digital platform designed to enhance safety coordination across agriculture supply chains in Australia and New Zealand.
OVHcloud & Crayon expand global cloud services to 45 regions
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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private cloud
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paas
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digital transformation
OVHcloud and Crayon partner to deliver cloud services across 45 regions worldwide, enhancing access and compliance for organisations, including in Australia.
Agentic AI drives retail shift from legacy systems to smart commerce
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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devops
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ecm
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cx
Retailers are adopting agentic AI to overcome outdated systems, enabling smarter, faster eCommerce that meets modern consumer demands for personalised digital experiences.
Most fintechs fail API security, risking sensitive payment data
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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data protection
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devops
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fintech
New research reveals 84% of fintechs lack robust API security, exposing sensitive payment data to significant cyber risks beyond regulated sectors.
Voyage marks decade of growth with focus on AI & culture
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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ai
Christchurch-based digital agency Voyage celebrates 10 years, focusing on AI integration and a strong workplace culture to drive future growth.
Most Asia Pacific firms unprepared for AI-driven cyber threats
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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genai
A report reveals 90% of firms globally, including 71% in Asia Pacific, are unprepared for AI-driven cyber threats, risking costly disruptions.