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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BazarCall phishing scams employing Google Forms – report
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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digital entertainment
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casb
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ai
BazarCall phishing scams, known for their unconventional malware distribution methods, now use Google Forms in a new variant, according to Abnormal Security.
Schneider Electric awards cybersecurity specialisation to SAFEgroup Automation
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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power / energy
Schneider Electric has awarded its prestigious Cybersecurity Specialisation to SAFEgroup Automation for their advanced cybersecurity capabilities.
i-PRO predicts top trends in physical security for 2024
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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data privacy
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ai
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predictions
i-PRO forecasts top 2024 trends in physical security, highlighting AI advancements, privacy, cybersecurity, and open platforms.
November sees 29% surge in ransomware attack victims
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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healthtech
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legal
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rebrand
November 2023 sees a 29% surge in ransomware attacks in the UK, with hackers primarily targeting global north.
SRJ Technologies Group forms key partnership with Air Control Entech
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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digitisation
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customer service
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safety
SRJ Technologies partners with robotic inspections firm Air Control Entech to deliver novel digital solutions to energy sector.
Generative AI to play significant role in future of legal industry
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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it training
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genai
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llms
Adam Ryan, VP at Litera, asserts Generative AI's significant future role in legal industry, predicting drastic changes by 2024.
AI to drive creative breakthroughs, according to Teradata
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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llms
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ai
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cleantech
AI to catalyse creative industry transformation in 2024, predicts Teradata CEO Steve McMillan, emphasising role of quality data.
UK govt invests £530m to boost rural broadband connectivity
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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uc
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collaboration
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digital divide
UK Government announces over £530m investment to enhance rural broadband, targeting connectivity for 330,000+ businesses and homes.
UK govt risks 'catastrophic ransomware attack', warns committee
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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uc
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
UK's critical infrastructure faces 'catastrophic ransomware attack' due to inadequate preparation, warns parliamentary committee.
Australian optimism about AI tops global average – study
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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edutech
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productivity
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zoom
Australian leaders' positive outlook on AI adoption surpasses global average, despite workers' job loss concerns, study finds.
Immersive Labs recognised in cybersecurity training
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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it training
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application security
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devsecops
Immersive Labs named a leader in cybersecurity skills and training platforms by the Forrester Wave: Cybersecurity Skills and Training Platforms, Q4 2023.
Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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partner programmes
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hsbc
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nab
Banks are dedicating more resources to responsible artificial intelligence, with a 43% staffing increase, but only six clarify their approach.
Keysight and Fortinet collaborate on cybersecurity
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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firewalls
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ddos
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hyperscale
Fortinet opts for Keysight's APS-M8400 to evaluate their FortiGate 4800F's DDoS defence amid a 40% surge in such cyber-attacks.
AF Gason boosts operational efficiency with SYSPRO software
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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supply chain
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productivity
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procurement
AF Gason has significantly increased operational efficiency across its business through SYSPRO enterprise software.
Fortinet joins forces with H-E Parts for cybersecurity transformation venture
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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firewalls
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data protection
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network infrastructure
Cybersecurity giant Fortinet collaborates with mining sector leader H-E Parts in a comprehensive cybersecurity transformation initiative.
Australia's encrypted cyber attacks rise despite security efforts
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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malware
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edutech
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ransomware
Despite security efforts, Australia remains among the top five nations targeted by encrypted cyber attacks, with a marked rise in threats.
Surge in deceptive simplicity exploitation by cyberattackers
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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malware
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cyberattackers increasingly use deceptive simplicity, such as malicious HTML files and fake updates, to bypass traditional defenses.
Aussies risk cybersecurity threats during summer holidays
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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vpns
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Fraudulent agents and fake hotel websites pose heightened cyber threats for Australians during summer holiday planning, Norton survey reveals.
Study highlights consumer distrust due to dark design patterns
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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edutech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Dovetail's study finds that 40% of users face financial loss due to 'dark design' tactics on eCommerce platforms.
NVIDIA, OpenAI & Microsoft leading in generative AI market
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Generative AI market dominated by NVIDIA, OpenAI, and Microsoft, according to a new report from IoT Analytics.