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.
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Kaspersky alerts businesses to complex Facebook scam
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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cybersecurity
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facebook
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kaspersky
Kaspersky warns of a sophisticated phishing scam targeting businesses using Facebook, with emails impersonating Meta for Business to steal account access.
Data protection advancements expected to shape 2025 security
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
Andrew Eva of Assured Data Protection predicts significant advancements in backup and cybersecurity by 2025, highlighting ransomware as a major threat.
AI integration & data trends set to shape 2025 industry
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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ai
As businesses prioritise real-time analytics, experts predict AI will reshape operations by 2025, driving data-driven models and strategic decision-making.
Trend Micro warns of AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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email security
Trend Micro's 2025 predictions report warns of AI-driven cyber threats, highlighting risks from digital twins and deepfake technologies that could enable identity fraud.
Cognizant & Zscaler expand partnership for AI security
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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casb
Cognizant and Zscaler have strengthened their partnership to deliver an AI-enabled zero trust cloud security platform, enhancing enterprise cybersecurity.
Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
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breach prevention
Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.
Exabeam forecasts AI to transform APAC cybersecurity by 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Exabeam predicts that by 2025, AI will significantly shift the cybersecurity landscape in APAC, making malware creation and deepfakes more accessible to attackers.
Tray.ai unveils Merlin Agent Builder for AI deployment
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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saas
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agentic ai
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integration
Tray.ai has launched Merlin Agent Builder, a platform aimed at simplifying AI agent development for enterprises facing significant technology challenges.
WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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phishing
WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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encryption
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iot
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quantum computing
Cybersecurity experts warn of rising threats, predicting a NotPetya-like incident due to AI, quantum advancements, and increased geopolitical tensions.
Cybersecurity in 2025: Rise of non-human identities
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Entro Security and YL Ventures predict a 2025 cybersecurity landscape dominated by non-human identities, with their proliferation posing new security challenges.
CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
AI's dual role in reshaping cybersecurity strategies 2024
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving as AI transforms both threats and defences, with increasing challenges expected in 2025, warns Meta1st CEO.
Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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malware
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data protection
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phishing
Kaspersky's latest report reveals a 14% rise in daily malware detection, with 467,000 malicious files identified each day in 2024.
Cloudbrink CEO discusses future of remote work & AI tech
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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network infrastructure
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casb
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sase
Cloudbrink's CEO Prakash Mana predicts the work-from-anywhere trend will persist through 2025, driven by Gen Z and advancements in AI and connectivity.
AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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data protection
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mfa
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supply chain
By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.
Post-quantum cryptography gains traction across sectors
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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iot security
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quantum computing
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supply chain
Keyfactor foresees a pivotal shift in data security practices by 2025, driven by quantum computing advances and the adoption of post-quantum cryptography.
Sinch predicts AI & human synergy in customer service 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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email security
Sinch predicts a transformation in digital customer communications by 2025, emphasising AI's role alongside human agents in enhancing engagement.
APAC enterprises to prioritise AI ROI by 2025, says report
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
A new report indicates that over half of Asia-Pacific enterprises expect to optimise AI investments for better long-term ROI by 2025, moving beyond initial trials.
Forrester report identifies key mobile banking features by 2027
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Forrester's new report highlights essential mobile banking features by 2027, emphasising fraud management and security as top priorities for customer trust.