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 31
AI transforms security, safety & efficiency in global industries
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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data analytics
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cx
AI is reshaping global industries by enhancing security, safety, and efficiency, becoming essential in sectors from cybersecurity to logistics and construction.
CloudBolt & Ingram Micro expand channel access to cloud & FinOps tools
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
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public cloud
CloudBolt Software partners with Ingram Micro to offer cloud management and FinOps tools to MSPs and VARs, boosting hybrid and multi-cloud optimisation capabilities.
New Relic named Magic Quadrant Leader for observability
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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devops
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data analytics
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multi-cloud
New Relic has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Observability Platforms for the 13th consecutive year, highlighting its AI-driven innovation.
Rising SaaS breaches reveal overconfidence & lax defences
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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cloud security
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ai security
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genai
A new report reveals 75% of organisations faced SaaS breaches last year, yet 91% remain confident in their security, highlighting a worrying overconfidence.
New research reveals flaws in cybersecurity recruitment approach
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
New research reveals enterprise cybersecurity recruitment struggles stem from inconsistent roles, poor pay, limited remote work, and neglect of mental health support.
Nebius reports lower costs & emissions with sustainable AI strategy
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Nebius reports a 20% reduction in operational costs and cut emissions with its sustainable AI infrastructure, including a heat-recovering Finnish data centre.
DuploCloud & AWS to drive secure cloud automation for startups
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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devops
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hyperscale
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cloud security
DuploCloud partners with AWS to co-develop AI-driven DevOps automation, boosting secure, compliant cloud deployments for startups and regulated firms.
Brands boost social commerce spend despite western slow uptake
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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martech
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cdp
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marketing
Despite slower uptake in Western markets, 77% of B2C marketing execs invest in social commerce amid rising global growth and creator-driven shopping trends.
IAM market surges as practical skills outpace degrees in hiring
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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biometrics
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mfa
US IAM market set to hit USD $7.36 billion by 2025, with firms favouring practical skills over degrees amid soaring demand and salaries.
Prime Day grows in Australia as shoppers hunt value & savings
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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cx
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martech
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amazon
Prime Day in Australia gains momentum as shoppers seek bargains amid rising living costs, with retailers leveraging discounts and omnichannel strategies for growth.
Over half of global companies leave email systems exposed to phishing
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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data protection
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phishing
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email security
Over half of global public companies lack full enforcement of email phishing protections, leaving them vulnerable to costly cyberattacks, research finds.
Taboola advises SMBs on strategies for Amazon Prime Day 2025 success
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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devops
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data analytics
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cx
Taboola advises SMBs to prepare early and use targeted strategies to succeed in Amazon Prime Day 2025, running from 8-14 July as a four-day event.
KPMG & Hippocratic AI join forces to tackle healthcare shortages
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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llms
KPMG and Hippocratic AI partner to ease global healthcare staff shortages using AI agents that support clinical tasks and boost operational efficiency.
Unit4 ERPx launches on Microsoft Azure Marketplace worldwide
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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saas
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devops
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digital transformation
Unit4 has launched its cloud-native ERPx platform on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, broadening access for organisations worldwide to its AI-powered ERP solution.
NTT DATA & Corvic AI partner to unlock enterprise data for AI
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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genai
NTT DATA partners with Corvic AI to integrate adaptive AI solutions, enhancing enterprise data readiness for generative AI across US and UK markets.
Five key trends reshaping eCommerce marketing for 2025 revealed
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Ecommerce marketing is set to evolve in 2025 with five key trends, including AI personalisation, mobile commerce, social media sales, data-driven automation, and SEO advances.
Wazuh issues new rules to detect fast-moving Mamona ransomware
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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siem
Wazuh has released new detection rules to counter Mamona ransomware, which quickly encrypts files, demands ransom, then deletes itself from Windows systems.
OVHcloud & Crayon expand global cloud services to 45 regions
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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private cloud
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paas
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digital transformation
OVHcloud and Crayon partner to deliver cloud services across 45 regions worldwide, enhancing access and compliance for organisations, including in Australia.
Agentic AI drives retail shift from legacy systems to smart commerce
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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devops
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ecm
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cx
Retailers are adopting agentic AI to overcome outdated systems, enabling smarter, faster eCommerce that meets modern consumer demands for personalised digital experiences.
Most fintechs fail API security, risking sensitive payment data
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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data protection
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devops
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fintech
New research reveals 84% of fintechs lack robust API security, exposing sensitive payment data to significant cyber risks beyond regulated sectors.