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 53
Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As the festive season approaches, experts warn of rising cyber threats, urging organisations and individuals to strengthen their digital defences during this vulnerable period.
EY study shows Microsoft 365 Copilot boosts inclusivity
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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genai
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ai
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agentic ai
A recent EY study reveals that Microsoft 365 Copilot significantly enhances workplace inclusivity for disabled and neurodivergent employees.
DeepL report reveals AI's transformative role in law
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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legaltech
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communication
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data security
A new report by DeepL reveals that 87% of legal professionals find AI tools enhance their work, marking a significant shift in the legal sector.
Tradebyte predicts challenges & strategies for 2025
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Tradebyte forecasts a dynamic future for eCommerce in 2025, highlighting challenges from potential U.S. protectionism and the need for European brands to adapt.
Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.
ProHance report shows rise in global productivity hours
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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it services
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productivity
ProHance's Global Productivity Benchmarking Report shows average work hours rose to 9 hours 30 minutes in Q3 2024, highlighting diverse sector trends.
Vertiv & Compass unveil dual cooling system for AI
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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ai
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vertiv
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liquid cooling
Vertiv and Compass Datacenters are launching a dual cooling system, CoolPhase Flex, enhancing support for AI applications in data centres from 2025.
Identity security in 2025: Zilla's insights & predictions
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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identity governance
Zilla Security projects a pivotal evolution in identity security by 2025, highlighting the need for AI-driven strategies to combat escalating risks.
Atlassian study highlights year-end project backlog issues
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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devops
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apm
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software development
Atlassian's latest research reveals that 68% of knowledge workers face project backlogs by year-end due to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges.
TCS outlines 2025 cybersecurity focus on GenAI & cloud
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
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iot security
Tata Consultancy Services has unveiled its 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, prioritising GenAI, cloud security, and supply chain resilience to combat cyber threats.
Trend Vision One granted FedRAMP approval for US market
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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trend micro
Trend Micro's Trend Vision One for Government has achieved FedRAMP Authorisation to Operate, enhancing security for US services and ANZ customers.
Kaspersky warns of phishing scams using Telegram Premium
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky has raised alarms over a surge in phishing scams mimicking Telegram Premium offers, warning users to be vigilant, especially this holiday season.
Forecasts for the cybersecurity landscape in 2025 revealed
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
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ai
SecurityScorecard has unveiled predictions for 2025, highlighting intensified regulations and AI-driven scams threatening global cybersecurity efforts.
Eric Sydell on the future of scalable AI in businesses
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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genai
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data privacy
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ai
Eric Sydell, CEO of Vero AI, outlines key strategies for scalable AI integration in businesses, emphasising enhanced workflows and AI literacy for 2025.
SAP Concur reveals 2025 predictions for T&E management
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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ai
SAP Concur predicts major shifts in travel and expense management by 2025, highlighting investment in AI, compliance tools, and user experience improvements.
Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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dr
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.
Firms enforcing office-only work face higher staff turnover
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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productivity
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job seekers
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mental health
New research reveals that companies enforcing strict office-only work are facing increased staff turnover, with 67% of recruiters noticing a rise in job searches.
AI demand reshaping data centres with new challenges ahead
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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healthtech
With AI demand surging, data centre operators face equipment shortages and safety risks, raising concerns over construction timelines and outdated technology.
Sinch reveals insights on 2024 Black Friday shopping trends
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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whatsapp
Sinch reports that Black Friday and Cyber Monday generated USD $118.2 billion in November 2024, highlighting consumer demand for personalised, omnichannel engagement.
SAP Concur forecasts 2025 trends in travel management tech
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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genai
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ai
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cybersecurity
SAP Concur forecasts a transformative 2025 for travel and expense management, emphasising digital investment and evolving business travel demands.