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 56
Palo Alto Networks predicts AI & cybersecurity merge by 2025
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks predicts a convergence of AI and cybersecurity by 2025, emphasizing a 'cyber arms race' amid rising AI-driven threats.
Tech professionals foresee frequent career changes ahead
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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ai
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ml
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amadeus
A study by Amadeus reveals that 40% of technology professionals globally expect to change careers at least three times, driven by emerging technologies.
Alluxio outlines key AI & tech trends expected by 2025
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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devops
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data analytics
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apm
Alluxio's CEO, Haoyuan Li, outlines key technology trends expected by 2025, emphasising advancements in AI, data analytics, and cloud computing.
Cloud ransomware threats rise, targeting S3 & Azure
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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ransomware
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encryption
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cloud security
A recent SentinelLabs report reveals rising ransomware threats targeting cloud storage, urging firms to enhance security measures against evolving attacks.
Banks lead industries in adoption of generative AI technology
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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risk & compliance
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genai
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data privacy
A report reveals that 60% of banking leaders are integrating generative AI technology into operations, outpacing other sectors in adoption rates.
Global shift towards major investment in generative AI
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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hcm
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partner programmes
A new report from NTT DATA reveals organisations are evolving from GenAI experimentation to strategic investments aimed at boosting business performance.
PointFive secures USD $20 million to boost cloud efficiency
Sat, 16th Nov 2024
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ai
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finops
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microsoft
PointFive has raised USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance cloud cost optimisation and expand multi-cloud support, led by Salesforce Ventures.
Samsung Singapore partners to boost AI in education
Sat, 16th Nov 2024
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edutech
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samsung
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education, learning & training
Samsung Electronics Singapore has partnered with Challenger Technologies, Geniebook, and TeachingTutor.ai to enhance AI-powered digital classroom experiences.
Cequence Security launches comprehensive API security services
Sat, 16th Nov 2024
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saas
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data protection
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digital transformation
Cequence Security has launched new API Security Assessment Services to enhance organisational security by providing insights into API risks and vulnerabilities.
Flexera survey reveals AI reshaping IT leaders' priorities
Sat, 16th Nov 2024
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saas
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Flexera's latest survey reveals that 42% of IT leaders view AI as crucial for transformation, despite concerns over overspending in tech budgets.
Banks struggle to harness full potential of cloud tech
Sat, 16th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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fintech
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rpa
A new report reveals traditional banks struggle to leverage cloud investments effectively, contrasting with fintechs that prioritise sales growth.
Snowflake unveils AI advancements for enterprise efficiency
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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martech
Snowflake has unveiled AI advancements aimed at enhancing enterprise data processing, enabling rapid deployment of trusted conversational applications.
Top global consumer trends for 2025: report insights
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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genai
Euromonitor International's latest report reveals five key consumer trends for 2025, highlighting shifts in spending and sustainability amid evolving habits.
Marketing faces a transformative AI-driven future by 2025
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
The marketing sector is set for a major overhaul in 2025, with a shift towards advanced technology and AI reshaping operations and strategies.
ServiceNow unveils new AI & governance features on platform
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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uc
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cx
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martech
ServiceNow unveils innovative generative AI features for its Now Platform, including multilingual support and AI governance tools, to enhance global collaboration.
Nearly half of AI marketing efforts fail to meet goals
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
New research reveals that while 73% of companies have adopted AI in marketing, only 52% are achieving expected business value, posing significant challenges.
Platform engineering report highlights AI role in IT growth
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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uc
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devops
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apm
Red Hat's latest report reveals that generative AI is reshaping platform engineering, with 54% of advanced organisations experiencing significant innovation gains.
Study shows AI in software testing yet to boost efficiency
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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devops
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apm
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genai
A study by Rainforest QA reveals 81% of developers use generative AI in testing, but productivity gains remain elusive amid traditional open-source challenges.
Marketing budgets rise in 2024, AI drives strategic growth
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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fintech
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martech
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iot
A survey by 10Fold reveals 65% of marketing leaders in the US, Canada, and Europe anticipate larger budgets in 2024, despite fewer KPI pressures.
AI reshapes retail inventory with StyleMatrix by 2025
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
By 2025, StyleMatrix will revolutionise retail inventory management through AI technology, helping retailers adapt to an unpredictable market landscape.