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 45
Yondr secures US$150m IFC loan for Malaysia data campus
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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ai
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digital economy
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digital infrastructure
Yondr Group has secured a US$150 million loan from the International Finance Corporation for the first phase of its hyperscale data centre in Malaysia.
NZ's Nui Markets partnership to reshape dairy trade
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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agritech
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transparency
Nui Markets, Interfood, and StoneX form a partnership aiming to revolutionise the dairy market with a new NFDM futures trading platform.
Tech Data acquires Orca Technology to boost IT security in ANZ
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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microsoft
Tech Data, a part of TD SYNNEX, has acquired Orca Technology, an IT security distributor in ANZ. The move boosts Tech Data's IT security arsenal.
TechForGood expands UK operations, supports ESG & charities
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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dei
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cleantech
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it services
TechForGood launches in the UK, aiming to help businesses meet ESG goals while donating half of net profits to chosen charities.
97% of UK FTSE 100 firms hit by third-party cyber breaches
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
A SecurityScorecard report reveals 97% of the UK's FTSE 100 firms faced third-party breaches last year, stressing urgent supply chain cybersecurity enhancements.
Forrester report highlights 2024 IAM trends & AI impact
Sun, 2nd Jun 2024
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mfa
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iam
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passwordless
Forrester's 2024 IAM report highlights AI's growing role in security, the rise of passwordless authentication, and the emergence of B2B IAM solutions.
Unstoppable Domains launches MPC Wallet to enhance security
Fri, 31st May 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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bitcoin
Unstoppable Domains partners with Fireblocks to launch a Multi-Party Computation (MPC) Wallet, boosting security and ease for Web3 domain owners.
Ingram Micro launches AWS Marketplace solutions for partners
Fri, 31st May 2024
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firewalls
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it training
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migration
Ingram Micro launches a new AWS Marketplace DSOR feature, aiming to help partners streamline sales cycles and elevate cloud solution development and selling.
Cloudflare & CrowdStrike expand partnership for enhanced security
Fri, 31st May 2024
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endpoint protection
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
CrowdStrike and Cloudflare deepen strategic partnership, integrating AI-powered security tools to simplify operations and fortify defences against advanced cyber threats.
Sapia.ai launches API to boost global workplace AI solutions
Fri, 31st May 2024
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hcm
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ai models
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recruitment
Sapia.ai is opening its Smart Interviewer's AI models via a strategic API on AWS Marketplace, aiming to globally aid companies in developing workplace AI applications.
Sunway partners with Rimini Street for digital transformation
Fri, 31st May 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Sunway Group partners with Rimini Street to bolster digital transformation, saving costs and driving AI and customer experience innovations for strategic growth.
APAC companies face rising cyber threats in container use
Fri, 31st May 2024
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firewalls
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devops
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hybrid cloud
Study reveals 89% of APAC geo-distributed firms using container development faced cybersecurity breaches last year, leading to data leaks, financial losses, and eroded customer trust.
Queensland's tech leaders gather at ACS Summit in Brisbane
Fri, 31st May 2024
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genai
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ai
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cybersecurity
The ACS Tech Summit in Brisbane spotlights Queensland's fast-growing tech sector, with projections indicating over 200,000 tech jobs by 2030.
CrowdStrike & eSentire expand partnership for AI security boost
Fri, 31st May 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
CrowdStrike and eSentire broaden their strategic partnership, integrating threat intelligence and AI-native cybersecurity to enhance global MDR protection.
Edenred Payment Solutions appoints Rehana Mitha as MD
Fri, 31st May 2024
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cx
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martech
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customer engagement
Edenred Payment Solutions has named Rehana Mitha, an expert in cloud-based payment solutions as it snew Managing Director.
Cequence partners with Aramco Digital to enhance Saudi API security
Fri, 31st May 2024
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uc
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digital transformation
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genai
Cequence teams up with Aramco Digital to bolster API security across Saudi Arabia, enhancing digital transformation and cybersecurity in the region.
Mitel recognises global partners at annual Next Awards 2024
Fri, 31st May 2024
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collaboration
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mitel
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business communications
Mitel announces the winners of its 2024 Mitel Next Awards, honouring global partners for excellence in growth, innovation, and customer service.
Fujifilm unveils GFX100S II with 102MP sensor for NZD $9699
Fri, 31st May 2024
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digital entertainment
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4k
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video
FUJIFILM launches the GFX100S II with a 102MP sensor, enhanced AI autofocus, 4K video, and a lightweight body, priced at NZD$9699.
Medallia named leader in Forrester Wave for text analytics
Fri, 31st May 2024
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cx
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martech
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hcm
Medallia has been named a leader in Forrester’s Text Mining and Analytics Platforms Q2 2024, praised for its vision, innovation, and comprehensive AI-powered analytics.
Australians shift EOFY shopping focus to online deals & security
Fri, 31st May 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
Research shows 38% of Australians plan to join EOFY sales, with 42% shopping online. The shift from tax-deductibles to electronics, and household items marks a new trend.