About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon
UK manufacturing sector's cyber resilience misalignments
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
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censuswide
New research by e2e-assure reveals a worrying gap between perceived and actual cyber resilience in the UK manufacturing sector, with 76% of risk owners misjudging their security.
NTT DATA report reveals rise in AI adoption in banking
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data protection
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genai
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productivity
NTT DATA's latest report reveals that 58% of banks globally are fully adopting generative AI, marking a crucial shift towards its integration in banking operations.
BT Health report highlights NHS cyber security concerns
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data protection
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telco
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cyber attacks
Recent surveys by BT Health reveal serious concerns over cyber security in the NHS, with staff lacking confidence in defences and fearing potential cyber-attacks.
Small businesses targeted by cybercriminals on dark web
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malware
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data protection
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ransomware
A new report by Guardz reveals that small businesses are increasingly falling victim to cybercriminals, with dark web Attack as a Service schemes on the rise.
Cloud Security Alliance surveys data risk management in cloud
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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multi-cloud
A new Cloud Security Alliance report reveals significant gaps in organisations' confidence and tools for managing cybersecurity risks in cloud environments.
ICO probes social media platforms on teen data privacy
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data protection
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data privacy
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digital age
The ICO has launched investigations into TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur over data privacy issues concerning teenage users, sparking fears of increased scrutiny.
Impact of AI in business hinges on process intelligence
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data analytics
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cx
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genai
Artificial intelligence is poised to transform business operations, yet 91% of leaders feel unprepared to harness its power effectively, according to research.
Tech leaders calling for gender equality & inclusion
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ai
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cybersecurity
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leadership
As International Women's Day approaches, tech leaders are advocating for gender equality, pushing for inclusive environments within the industry.
Ransomware attacks reach record levels in January 2025
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
January witnessed an unprecedented rise in ransomware attacks, surging to 590 incidents, as NCC Group warns of escalating cyber threats amid global instability.
Kaspersky uncovers malware attack in Asia-Pacific region
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malware
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endpoint protection
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phishing
Kaspersky ICS CERT has revealed a malware campaign targeting government and industrial sectors across the Asia-Pacific, exploiting legitimate online services.
Red Hat OpenShift 4.18 release enhances virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
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open source
Red Hat has launched OpenShift 4.18, enhancing hybrid cloud management with improved virtual machine functionality and generative AI support, focusing on security and efficiency.
Veeam partners with Microsoft to enhance AI data resilience
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virtualisation
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data protection
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cloud security
Veeam has announced an expanded partnership with Microsoft, integrating AI to boost data resilience for clients, including 77% of Fortune 500 companies.
AI reshapes professional roles, balancing risks & rewards
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private cloud
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data analytics
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financial systems
AI is dramatically reshaping professional services, with experts warning that while it boosts efficiency, it also risks eroding essential skills and job prospects.
Teleport launches new machine & workload identity solution
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pam
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iam
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open source
Teleport has unveiled its Machine & Workload Identity Solution, aiming to streamline identity management for both human and machine entities in complex infrastructures.
Forcepoint unveils DDR system for enhanced data security
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data protection
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Forcepoint has launched a new Data Detection and Response system, enhancing data security with AI-driven insights and automated risk management.
Digital investment in Australian construction up by one-third
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digital twins
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ai
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ai agents
A new report by Autodesk and Deloitte shows Australian construction firms are boosting tech investments by 33% since 2023, reflecting optimism for 2025.
NTT DATA teams with Palo Alto for 5G security service
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
NTT DATA has partnered with Palo Alto Networks to launch a managed security service enhancing the safety of private 5G networks in industrial sectors.
Enterprises set to waste USD $44.5bn on cloud by 2025
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finops
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automation
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harness
A recent report reveals organisations are set to waste USD $44.5 billion on cloud infrastructure by 2025 due to poor coordination between FinOps and development teams.
Emburse debuts AI for efficient expense management
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data protection
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digital transformation
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encryption
Emburse has launched Emburse AI, a dedicated large language model aiming to streamline expense management and enhance accuracy in financial processes.
Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI
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biometrics
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smart home
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genai
In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.