About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 51
CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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mfa
CloudSEK's 2024 Threat Landscape Report reveals a staggering 994TB of data exfiltrated, with ransomware demands averaging over USD $2 million.
New tool transforms presentation videos into searchable PDFs
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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digital entertainment
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video
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pdf
Researchers at Seoul National University have unveiled PV2DOC, a groundbreaking tool that converts presentation videos into searchable PDF summaries.
Kaspersky warns of increasing threats from tampered NFC tags
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky warns of rising risks from hacked NFC tags, urging users to stay vigilant against potential phishing and malware threats as NFC adoption grows.
Study shows 10% of jobs may be replaced by AI in 5 years
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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ai
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workforce technology
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employment
A global survey reveals over half of businesses predict AI will replace 10% of job roles in the next five years, signalling significant workforce shifts.
Fintech leaders predict 2025's impact on the industry
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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ai
Fintech executives foresee 2025 shaped by evolving fraud tactics, AI, open banking regulation, and changing consumer demands in the mortgage market.
W Chain launches Mainnet to redefine global payments
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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blockchain
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ux
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interoperability
W Chain has soft launched its Layer 1 Mainnet, aiming to reshape global payment systems and encourage developer engagement ahead of the full launch.
Kaspersky achieves 100% scorecard in SE Labs tests for 2024
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Kaspersky has achieved a groundbreaking 100% Total Accuracy Rating in SE Labs' 2024 cybersecurity tests, maintaining consistent excellence across all product ranges.
Building Information Modeling revolutionises construction
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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clean technologies
Building Information Modeling is enhancing efficiency, collaboration, and sustainability while reducing costs and project delays.
Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
OPSWAT has acquired Fend, a cybersecurity firm, to expand its critical infrastructure protection capabilities, bolstering its data diode technology offerings.
30,000 Postman workspaces leak API keys & credentials
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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phishing
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martech
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email security
CloudSEK has uncovered over 30,000 exposed Postman workspaces leaking sensitive API keys, affecting major firms across healthcare, finance, and sports sectors.
Jamf predicts future trends in AI, education & security
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
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mdm
Jamf executives highlight the urgent need for robust AI policies and online safety in education, as generative AI increasingly shapes technology use.
CISA mandates secure cloud baselines for US agencies
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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saas
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data protection
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cloud security
CISA has mandated federal agencies to implement SCuBA Secure Configuration Baselines for Microsoft 365 by mid-2025 to combat rising cyber threats.
71% of firms recover from outages in 1 to 5 hours – Kaspersky
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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dr
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Kaspersky's research reveals that 71% of companies recover from network outages within 1 to 5 hours, while 12% may take a full workday or longer.
Dynatrace leads in ISG report for cloud observability 2024
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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genai
Dynatrace has been named a Leader in the Cloud-Native Observability and Security quadrants of the 2024 ISG Provider Lens report for the fifth consecutive year.
Kaspersky reports 135% rise in crypto-drainer discussions
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Kaspersky's research reveals a staggering 135% rise in dark web discussions about crypto-drainers between 2022 and 2024, signalling growing cyber threats.
New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
Experts predict rise in AI compute threats by 2025
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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siem
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cloud security
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supply chain
In 2025, attacks on cloud workloads will evolve, with a rise in lateral movement, data exfiltration, and targeted threats against AI compute resources, warns Andrew Krug.
Sciative Solutions reports a 125% revenue growth in 2024
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Sciative Solutions has reported a remarkable 125% year-on-year revenue growth, expanding its pricing intelligence solutions into international markets and sectors.
Domain market set to grow from USD $2.35bn to USD $3.47bn
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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cybersecurity
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software development
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domain names
The global domain market is set to rise from USD $2.35 billion to USD $3.47 billion by 2032, reflecting its vital role in the digital economy.
Metaview report reveals AI surge in 2024 job interviews
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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genai
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ai
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software development
Metaview's 2024 Trends Report reveals a surge in AI discussions in job interviews, while references to DEI have dropped by 30%, indicating shifting priorities.