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
SoftServe study shows global gap in generative AI success
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ai
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skills gap
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oil and gas
While 22% of firms globally effectively utilise Gen AI, a SoftServe study highlights prevailing data and skill gaps, reflecting similar trends in Singapore.
Runtime security challenges for geo-distributed businesses
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breach prevention
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open source
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containers
A new report finds 85% of container developers experienced cyber incidents related to containers or Kubernetes within the last year.
Survey shows 76% of firms boost cyber defences for insurance
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firewall
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network security
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breach prevention
Some 76% of firms bolstered cyber defences to secure insurance, though many remain unclear on coverage specifics amid rising attack recovery costs.
Mobile app security survey reveals robust consumer demand
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cloud services
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ai
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fraud
Survey reveals a dramatic rise in consumer demand for mobile app security, fraud prevention, and privacy measures, with 99.5% of users seeking robust protections.
Survey reveals CFO-accountant divide on financial transformation
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ai
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collaboration
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cfo
A FloQast survey reveals 60% of accountants and CFOs don't prioritise financial transformation, highlighting a gap in understanding despite its critical role.
NetApp launches AI-driven ransomware protection for businesses
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data protection
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ransomware
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testing
NetApp rolls out AI-driven ransomware protection, boasting 99% detection and zero false positives, as ransomware attacks spike by 32%.
NTT DATA & Zebra partner to propel Private 5G adoption
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inventory management systems
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pos
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qualcomm
NTT DATA and Zebra Technologies form a strategic partnership to enhance 5G device innovation and drive the adoption of Private 5G networks.
Employers increasingly adopt AI for hiring, emphasize soft skills
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ai
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recruitment
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employee retention
Survey reveals 81% of employers are using AI-enhanced, skills-based hiring practices in 2024, bolstering efficiency and diversity.
SentinelLabs report exposes ransomware strategy of APT groups
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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disruption
SentinelLabs' latest report exposes how cyberespionage groups, including the Chinese APT group ChamelGang, are strategically using ransomware for disruption and misattribution.
Robotic Marketer launches AI-driven marketing programme for SMEs
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ai
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mitel
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oracle
Robotic Marketer launches Come Market Your Business with Me, designed to streamline marketing for Australian small businesses using AI.
Vertiv launches eco-friendly Liebert PDX-PAM cooling units for EMEA
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sustainability
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data centre cooling
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vertiv
Vertiv debuts eco-friendly Liebert PDX-PAM units, using R513A refrigerant to significantly cut GWP by 70%, boosting data centre efficiency and sustainability.
Australian firms not ready for AI despite high adoption rate
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ai
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digital transformation
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sales
A study by INFORM Australia and YouGov reveals a critical AI readiness gap: 78% of Aussie firms use AI, but only 32% feel fully prepared.
Cloudflare report reveals rising DDoS attacks & API risks
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big data
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ddos
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bi
Cloudflare's 2024 State of Application Security Report reveals soaring DDoS attacks, exploited zero-day vulnerabilities, and escalating supply chain risks.
Zellis launches HCM AIR with AI real-time payroll features
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microsoft
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managed services
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app development
Zellis launches HCM AIR, integrating AI and real-time payroll to transform HR and payroll services in the UK and Ireland.
Snapchat unveils new safety features to protect young users
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cloud services
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nz
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search
Snapchat unveils new safety features to combat sextortion and bullying, ensuring young users in New Zealand and beyond are better protected online.
BigCommerce partners with Ecommpay to enhance payment solutions
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apple
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martech
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commerce systems
Ecommpay partners with BigCommerce to deliver advanced payment solutions across the UK and EMEA, minimising costs and boosting efficiency for merchants.
Generative AI to dominate business decisions by 2025
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cloud services
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ai
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data quality
Generative AI to dominate enterprise decision-making by 2025, Stratio BD's survey reveals, but accuracy and security concerns stall full-scale implementation.
Inevidesk launches partner programme with Scan for VDI solutions
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resellers
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vdi
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cad
Inevidesk has unveiled a partner programme with Scan, set to empower resellers with high-performance VDI solutions, emphasising flexibility and sustainability.
Learnosity launches AI Labs, creating 20 new tech roles
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edutech
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ai
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edtech
Learnosity launches AI Labs, creating 20 new R&D roles for driving AI innovation in edtech; CEO Cooney pledges to democratise advanced technology for educators.
Trend Micro leads in global vulnerability identification for 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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xdr
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cybersecurity
Trend Micro identified 60% of the world's vulnerabilities in 2023, playing a crucial role in global cybersecurity, according to Omdia study.
Cloud resources top targets for cyber-attacks in 2024 Thales study
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storage
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compliance
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privacy
Cloud resources are the main targets for cyber-attacks, with nearly 50% of cloud-stored data deemed sensitive and 44% of firms reporting breaches.
Australians favour digital apps for overseas remittances
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cloud services
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martech
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commerce systems
Visa’s new report reveals that 67% of Australians prefer digital apps for overseas remittances, driven by occasions, unexpected needs, and humanitarian aid.
RELEX Solutions unveils AI CO2 tool to aid retail sustainability
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sustainability
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ai
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european union
RELEX Solutions has unveiled an AI-driven CO2 Analytics tool to help firms track and report CO2 emissions from purchased goods, aligning with new regulations.
Westcon-Comstor partners with Extreme Networks for EMEA stadiums
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cloud services
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westcon-comstor
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extreme networks
Westcon-Comstor partners with Extreme Networks to elevate fan experiences in EMEA stadiums, offering high-speed Wi-Fi, cashless transactions, and real-time sports betting.