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.
Stories by Shannon - Page 180
Fortinet recognised for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure
Thu, 5th Jan 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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wireless networks
The recognition can be attributed to the strength of its Wired and Wireless LAN portfolio, including FortiSwitch and FortiAP.
Cybersecurity skills top priority for AU employers in 2023
Thu, 5th Jan 2023
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cybersecurity
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recruitment
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robert half technology
The recent high-profile cyber-attacks have put yet again the spotlight on companies security policies and programs.
Remote sensing tech market to reach $42.5 billion by 2030
Thu, 5th Jan 2023
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data collection
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sensors
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msg
The remote sensing technology market is set to reach $42.5 billion by 2030, according to new forecasts from the Market Statsville Group.
Ransomware to remain public enemy #1 in 2023 - report
Thu, 5th Jan 2023
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ransomware
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
As of 2022, roughly 68% of all global organisations have fallen victim to at least one ransomware infection. Sadly, that figure will continue to rise in 2023.
Era of software-defined storage coming to an end - report
Fri, 30th Dec 2022
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storage
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cloud services
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cloud storage
Data storage, security and management are critical. The era of software-defined storage is ending, says Nyriad's Andrew Russell.
Tuesday busiest day for Zoom calls – and other insights
Fri, 30th Dec 2022
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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video conferencing
Tuesday is the busiest day of the week for Zoom calls, while January and October see the most action, according to new figures released by Zoom.
Voice recognition software market to hit $10.5 billion by 2030
Fri, 30th Dec 2022
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biometrics
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ai
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voice recognition
This advancement is due largely to the rise of artificial intelligence and natural language processing software, as well as improvements in computing power.
MyRepublic exits Australian market, sharpens business focus
Fri, 30th Dec 2022
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uc
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telco
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myrepublic
Telecom operator MyRepublic is exiting the Australian market as it focuses on its broadband and mobile businesses in Singapore.
Appointment scheduling software market to reach $786.2 million by 2030
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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ai
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scheduling
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msg
Technological advancements such as artificial intelligence and machine learning provide significant growth opportunities in the forecast period.
Telstra blocks over 225 million scam text messages since April
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Telstra's SMS scam filters has continued to block millions of scam messages, with a staggering 225 million blocked since April this year.
Booming NZ games sector earning more than Australia’s
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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pikpok
New data shows New Zealand’s interactive games industry earns a third more than its Australian counterpart while employing half as many people.
Infrastructure-as-a-Service, cyber-resilient infrastructure, amongst 2023 predictions
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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storage
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iaas
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cybersecurity
Increased investment in Infrastructure-as-a-Service and cyber-resilient infrastructure are amongst the top 2023 predictions, according to Hitachi Vantara.
Digital solutions, sustainability prompt building management systems growth
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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cleantech
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management
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sustainability
Increasing industry convergence and the emergence of innovative technologies revolutionise the global BMS industry, says Frost & Sullivan.
EdTechNZ calls for more cybersecurity resources and training for schools
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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edutech
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it training
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cybersecurity
EdTechNZ urges Ministry of Education to improve software procurement policies and support for schools in light of increasing cyber risk.
New Zealand digital tech skills survey now underway
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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it training
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cloud services
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nztech
NZTech is calling on tech firms and businesses to provide valuable insight into skills and training needs for the New Zealand Aotearoa digital tech sector.
4000+ unwanted gifts listed on Trade Me by Boxing Day
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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trade me
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resellers
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christmas
By 9am on Boxing Day, 4,300 presents had been listed on the online marketplace, including an empty Roses chocolates wrapper of ‘disappointment’.
Cloud advancements maturing beyond cost and operational gains
Wed, 28th Dec 2022
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cloud services
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productivity
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cloud adoption
Cloud advancements in the Asia Pacific region are maturing beyond cost and operational gains, says IDC survey.
Wearables growth to stall as macroeconomic pressures continue
Wed, 28th Dec 2022
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
The downturn in 2022 was brought on by difficult year-over-year comparisons following the market's dramatic growth during the first two years of the pandemic.
IoT node and gateway market to reach US$727 million by 2030
Wed, 28th Dec 2022
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iot
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gateway
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msg
The rise in digital awareness toward IoT nodes will lead to a huge demand for IoT nodes and gateway technologies.
Teradata recognised for Cloud Database Management Systems
Fri, 23rd Dec 2022
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cloud services
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teradata
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analyst report
It was also named a cloud database management leader in the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for cloud database management systems.