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 - Page 22
UK firms find green tech opportunities in Asia-Pacific
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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cleantech
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renewable energy
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solar power
A new report reveals that Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan offer lucrative opportunities for UK firms in the sustainability technology sector as they tackle decarbonisation.
Labour government's AI budget sparks efficiency debate
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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data governance
The government's budget plan to integrate AI into public services has ignited debate over its potential to improve efficiency while preserving human empathy.
World Backup Day highlights need for strong data resilience
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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storage
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data protection
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dr
As World Backup Day nears on 31 March, experts stress the urgency for businesses to modernise data resilience amid rising AI reliance and cybersecurity threats.
Experts weigh in on implications of Australia govt's latest budget
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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ai
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cloud services
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workforce management
Australia's recent budget announcement has ignited debates across technology sectors as leaders welcome investments aimed at boosting competitiveness.
23andMe bankruptcy raises concerns for genetic data safety
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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physical security
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data privacy
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identity theft
Consumer genomics company 23andMe's bankruptcy has raised serious concerns over the security of sensitive genetic data for its 15 million customers.
UK Government to cut jobs, save GBP £2bn with AI use
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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genai
The UK Government's plan to cut civil service jobs and utilise AI aims to save over GBP £2 billion a year, sparking industry discussions on efficiency.
UK unveils Online Safety Act to protect digital users
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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online safety act
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ofcom
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digital services
The UK has unveiled the Online Safety Act, a landmark legislation aimed at holding digital platforms accountable for protecting users from harmful content.
2tall partners with Shipster to enhance global expansion
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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supply chain
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ecommerce
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automation
Aberdeen-based fashion brand 2tall, endorsed by Peter Crouch, gears up for international growth after investing in shipping technology to enhance fulfilment.
Ransomware attacks rise 50% in February, Cl0p leads surge
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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threat intelligence
Ransomware attacks surged by 50% in February, totalling 886 incidents, with cyber gang Cl0p responsible for 37%, according to NCC Group's report.
Trustwave unveils MXDR solution with Devo collaboration
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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hybrid cloud
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siem
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cloud security
Trustwave has unveiled its new Managed Extended Detection and Response solution in partnership with Devo Technology, aiming to enhance cybersecurity.
Trend Cybertron platform now open-source for all users
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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cloud security
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risk & compliance
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agentic ai
Trend Micro has unveiled its Trend Cybertron platform as open-source software, harnessing NVIDIA AI to enhance cybersecurity tools and improve threat management.
Confidence gap in cybersecurity readiness in New Zealand
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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ai security
A new Datacom survey reveals a stark divide in cybersecurity confidence in New Zealand, with 71% of leaders confident in their staff, while only 51% of employees feel prepared.
Australian workplaces face conflict over office mandates
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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productivity
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flexible work
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talent attraction
A new report reveals a stark contrast in Australia between strict in-office mandates for employees and their strong demand for flexible work arrangements.
Nbn network boosts digital inclusion & life satisfaction
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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edutech
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uc
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healthtech
A report by Ember Advisors reveals that 76% of nbn users experienced improved life satisfaction in FY24, with significant benefits in employment and education.
Gender diversity issues persist in tech despite efforts
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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dei
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skills gap
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gender diversity
A study by Tech Beyond Gender reveals persistent gender diversity challenges in IT, with many women contemplating leaving the sector due to discrimination.
Ransomware gang Fog publishes victim IPs on Dark Web
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Kaspersky has uncovered a new strategy from the Fog ransomware gang, which now exposes victim IP addresses on the Dark Web, increasing vulnerability to attacks.
UK introduces strict online safety rules for tech firms
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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government
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social media
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online safety
As the Online Safety Act launches, UK tech firms must comply with Ofcom's new regulations, aiming to create safer digital spaces by removing illegal content.
CASwell introduces AI-enhanced fan-less cybersecurity device
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
CASwell has launched the CAF-0120, an innovative fan-less desktop networking appliance aimed at elevating cybersecurity for small and medium enterprises.
Finnomena & Google Cloud launch AI investment solution
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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ml
Finnomena has teamed up with Google Cloud to launch an AI-driven capital markets solution, enhancing investor communication and streamlining financial updates.
Unit4 reports cloud success & unveils new services tier
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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supply chain
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ai
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public sector
Unit4 has announced fresh leadership changes and a new service tier, signalling strong demand for its cloud migration services and SaaS ERP solutions.