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
Firms cautious of AI implementation over data security fears
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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retail
Despite a £500m AI investment pledge, UK firms remain hesitant to adopt AI due to data security fears, says report.
Businesses reconsider cloud-based AI over data privacy concerns
Yesterday
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ai
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customer service
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convergence
Businesses may pivot away from cloud-based AI systems to on-premise servers due to rising data privacy concerns.
The 7 golden rules for Australian ecommerce success
Yesterday
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airwallex
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international expansion
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australian companies
Ecommerce expert Paul Waddy gives 'golden rules' for global success, emphasising organic traction, currency settings and duty handling.
Block Earner launches crypto-backed loans amid rising costs
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cryptocurrency
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inflation
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millennials
Block Earner introduces crypto-back loans to alleviate rising living costs for Australians, leveraging blockchain technology.
Arkeus raises AU4.45m for AI surveillance tech advancement
Yesterday
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dr
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surveillance
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ai
Australian firm Arkeus secures AUD $4.45m in seed funding to revolutionise AI-powered surveillance technologies.
NZ Compare Awards celebrates New Zealand service sectors
2 days ago
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broadband
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auckland
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competition
NZ Compare Awards 2023 honours service sector leaders, spotlighting exceptional broadband, mobile and energy offerings.
Activ8me, nbn unveil unlimited data for remote Australians
2 days ago
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nbn
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internet speeds
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software
Activ8me and nbn introduce budget-friendly unlimited data plans for rural Australians, starting at a mere £59 per month.
Pentest People launches cybersecurity training course
2 days ago
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Pentest People unveils 'Cyber Security Fundamentals,' a two-day training programme, providing thorough cybersecurity understanding.
Orange Cyberdefense reveals worrying rise in cyber incidents
2 days ago
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cybersecurity
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hacktivists
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cyber attacks
Orange Cyberdefense's annual report highlights a 30% year-on-year escalate in cyber incidents, with large enterprises being the major victims.
Dynatrace explores AI's role in 2024 channel landscape
2 days ago
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ai
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customers
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predictions
Dynatrace VP foresees AI advancements in 2024 driving channel opportunities in security, sustainability and data quality.
MadisonAV to distribute NETGEAR AV switches in Australia
2 days ago
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video
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expansion
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integration
MadisonAV partners with NETGEAR to distribute AV managed switches, cementing its position as a leading professional AV solutions provider in Australia.
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Amplitude launches analytics platform for UK startups
2 days ago
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cx
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innovation
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monetisation
Amplitude introduces an affordable, self-serve analytics platform, Plus Plan, specifically designed to help UK startups fuel innovation.
AI's expanding role: SAS's 2024 predictions unveiled
Last week
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vr
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ai
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ar
SAS unveils predictions for the role of artificial intelligence in 2024, forecasting tech advancements and job creation potential.
CybeReady & Securus360 join forces to boost cybersecurity in schools
Last week
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it training
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cybersecurity
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education
CybeReady forms strategic partnership with Securus360 to enhance cybersecurity in K-12 schools, offering a 90-day free trial.
AWS reveals enhanced features for supply chain service
Last week
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ml
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aws
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planning
Amazon Web Services (AWS) reveals new capabilities for its Supply Chain service, aiming to optimise customers' supply chain processes.
Embedded finance set to redefine fintech landscape in 2024
Last week
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fintech
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digital transformation
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integration
Embedded finance predicted to revolutionise fintech sector in 2024, blurring lines between traditional and digital services.
Amazon unveils advanced palm-based security system
Last week
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aws
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ml
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ai
AWS launches Amazon One Enterprise, a cutting-edge, palm-based identity service, offering enhanced security for physical spaces and digital assets.
Salesforce & AWS enhance partnership with cross-platform integration
Last week
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storage
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aws
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ai
Salesforce and AWS amplify their strategic partnership, enabling cross-platform integration to simplify data management and utilise AI technologies.
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Clarity AI & AWS partnership for sustainable investing
Last week
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cloud services
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ml
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aws
Amazon Web Services partners with sustainability tech platform Clarity AI to enhance sustainable investing using AI and data analytics.
Venafi forecasts rise of '1000x developer' & hacker threats
Last week
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ml
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cybersecurity
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ai
Venafi warns of the rise of '1000x developer' and '1000x hacker' threats in 2024, fuelled by burgeoning AI innovations and cloud native vulnerabilities.
Ransomware attacks surge 81% in October, new threat actors emerge
Last week
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technology sector
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threat intelligence
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data
Ransomware attacks soared 81% YoY in October, disrupting new sectors while threat actors exploit antidetection tools.
Singapore workers confident in remote relocation potential
Last week
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productivity
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singapore
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office
Over half of Singapore's workers believe their firms would permit them to relocate abroad and stay employed, a study finds.
ServiceNow, DXC strengthen partnership with AI focus
Last week
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ai
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servicenow
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productivity
ServiceNow and DXC Technology are expanding their partnership with a focus on advancing AI capabilities to enhance global service and workflow management.
Code Institute calls for increased skills bootcamp funding
Last week
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ai
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investment
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risk
Code Institute CEO, Jim Cassidy, calls for increased funding for skills bootcamps to address job market changes amid AI rise.