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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Cloud-native architectures breaking traditional approaches to application security
Fri, 4th Jun 2021
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devops
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application security
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multi-cloud
Cloud-native architectures are disrupting traditional application security, with 89% of CISOs reporting blind spots, according to a new study by Dynatrace.
A quarter of all enterprise devices using faulty security controls
Fri, 4th Jun 2021
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
One in four enterprise devices have faulty or ineffective security controls, putting sensitive data at risk, says Absolute Software's annual report.
Juniper unveils latest version of Apstra software as it takes intent-based networking to next level
Thu, 3rd Jun 2021
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juniper networks
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modernisation
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intent based networking
Juniper Networks has released version 4.0 of its Apstra software, designed to simplify data center network management.
New Nokia G20 smartphone lands in NZ with exclusive warranty offer
Thu, 3rd Jun 2021
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smartphones
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nokia
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hmd global
In a first for Kiwi consumers, the new phone comes with a three-year warranty in addition to a three-day battery life.
Red Dot Analytics to commercialise AI tech that dramatically improves data centre sustainability
Thu, 3rd Jun 2021
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ai
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ai models
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data center management
Red Dot Analytics secures seed funding to commercialise its AI-driven digital twin solution for sustainable data center operations.
AWS launches Amazon Location Service
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cloud services
Amazon unveils Amazon Location Service, offering cost-effective location functionality for applications without compromising privacy or data security.
Is artificial intelligence the future of network security?
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
There have been significant developments in the artificial intelligence space that make it an increasingly strategic investment.
Bad bots, broken APIs and supply chain attacks biggest challenge facing organisations
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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firewalls
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application security
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breach prevention
More needs to be done to protect against application security threats, particularly newer threats like bot attacks, API attacks, and supply chain attacks.
Orcon launches 8Gbps broadband plan
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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uc
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fibre
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orcon
Orcon launches 8Gbps broadband plan, doubling the speed of its fastest plan less than 18 months after its 4Gbps launch.
Remote working success will depend on how business embraces flexibility
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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dr
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hybrid & remote work
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cloud services
Organisations' success in remote working post-COVID-19 will depend on how they transition to the new environment, says CRS Technologies.
Mobile vendors scramble as handset market transitions to 5G
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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smartphones
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uc
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5g & beyond
The race is on for OEMs to find a level of differentiation in their flagship portfolios to help boost margins and improve market share.
Samsung introduces Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite
Tue, 1st Jun 2021
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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samsung
Samsung Electronics has unveiled the latest additions to its tablet portfolio, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite.
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Aruba unveils enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6E solution
Tue, 1st Jun 2021
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
Aruba has unveiled the industry's first enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6E solution set, the 630 Series of campus access points, led by the AP-635 model.
Commerce Commission lays out max revenues for Chorus
Tue, 1st Jun 2021
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uc
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chorus
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commerce commission
The Commerce Commission has revealed its draft decisions on price-quality regulation for Chorus and information disclosure requirements for fibre companies.
Rapid DX and record-high threat exposure sees security as greatest revenue opportunity for MSPs
Fri, 28th May 2021
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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breach prevention
Security remains the biggest concern for customers and the greatest revenue opportunity for MSPs, according to a report by Barracuda.
Microsoft Azure, AWS leading the battle of IoT deployments
Fri, 28th May 2021
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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iot
Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services have emerged as the top leaders in IoT Device Onboard and Lifecycle Management, according to ABI Research.
Mobile consumers demand assurance as they plan upgrades to 5G
Fri, 28th May 2021
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uc
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mdm
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5g & beyond
More than half of consumers plan to upgrade to a 5G device within the next two years, according to Blancco Technology Group.
2020 most productive year for Ransomware 2.0
Fri, 28th May 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
2020 was a highly productive year for Ransomware 2.0 in Asia Pacific, with REvil and JSWorm resurfacing as major threats, according to Kaspersky.
8x8 unveils Experience Communications as a Service to help organisations meet new work requirements
Fri, 28th May 2021
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uc
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cx
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martech
8x8 introduces Experience Communications as a Service (XCaaS; merging UCaaS and CCaaS to enhance employee and customer experiences.
Ingram Micro to deliver Amazon Web Services in Australia and New Zealand as part of global expansion
Thu, 27th May 2021
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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partner programmes
Ingram Micro Cloud has confirmed it is now distributing a full range of Amazon Web Services cloud services to its reseller network in Australia and New Zealand.