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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.

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Identifly named among South Australia's Top 25 Fast Movers
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digital transformation
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pam
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iam
Adelaide-based Identifly named among South Australia's Top 25 fastest growing firms in the 2025 Fast Movers program, highlighting cybersecurity prowess.
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Trend Micro launches AI threat detection for enterprise security
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hyperscale
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cloud security
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soc
Trend Micro launches AI-powered threat detection on AWS, combining NVIDIA tech to safeguard enterprises scaling up their AI operations worldwide.
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GenAI promises manufacturing boost but firms lack readiness
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digital transformation
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edge computing
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iot
Manufacturers see generative AI as key to transformation but 92% lack the tech and policies needed, says NTT DATA research across 34 countries.
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Survey finds trust, safety & security key for CX in 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
A global survey reveals enterprises plan to boost investment in trust, safety and security for customer experience amid rising compliance and fraud challenges.
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Cyberattacks on UK retail giants spark security concerns
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breach prevention
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ai
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cybersecurity
Harrods, Marks & Spencer and Co-op face a surge in cyberattacks, highlighting cybersecurity challenges within the UK retail sector amid rising digital threats.
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Half of UK firms regret AI job cuts, turning to reskilling
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partner programmes
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ai
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skills gap
New research reveals 39% of UK firms made AI-driven redundancies, with over half now regretting these decisions amid workforce and productivity concerns.
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Rise in AI-driven cyberattacks prompts urgent action for SMEs
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ransomware
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it training
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phishing
Two thirds of global firms saw a rise in cyberattacks last year, with AI-driven threats and lack of expertise raising security concerns, says Hiscox report.
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8x8 unveils new AI tools, RCS messaging & digital wallet pay
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uc
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cx
8x8 enhances its Customer Experience platform with AI tools, RCS messaging, and digital wallet payments for improved, personalised user interactions.
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UK banks see spike in mobile fraud as scams shift from calls
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email security
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ai
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cybersecurity
UK mobile banking fraud surged 11% in 2024 as scammers shift from voice scams, with card fraud and remote iOS attacks also on the rise, reports BioCatch.
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Misalignment over AI adoption hampers UK mid-market growth
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cx
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martech
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ai
New research reveals a UK mid-market misalignment between IT and Business leaders on AI investment, hindering growth and productivity prospects.
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Zoho unveils advanced AI for Creator, boosts privacy focus
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data privacy
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ai
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agentic ai
Zoho unveils ten new AI-powered features for its low-code platform, boosting app development speed and privacy without extra cost to users.
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Cyberattacks highlight urgent need for Zero Trust security
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encryption
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mfa
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ai security
Recent cyber attacks are raising calls for stronger, identity-focused cybersecurity, including Zero Trust principles, with traditional password hygiene no longer sufficient.
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Weak passwords expose gaps in digital security, experts warn
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pam
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mfa
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cybersecurity
Ahead of World Password Day, experts warn legacy password methods fail as users struggle with complexity and human nature, risking digital security.
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Personalised data & AI crucial for brands’ future success
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Circana's new report reveals how brands can boost customer lifetime value through personalised commerce, leveraging data tech and predictive analytics.
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AI offers vital support for dementia care but risks remain high
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ai
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alexa
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mental health
AI aids dementia patients and carers with daily tasks and companionship, yet overuse risks cognitive decline and increased social isolation, experts warn.
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Cloud Security Alliance report urges new defences for cloud
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devops
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cloud security
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iam
The Cloud Security Alliance's 2025 report reveals repeated cloud security failures, urging firms to bolster identity controls and shared defence measures.
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Black Kite launches tool for third-party vulnerability insight
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ransomware
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supply chain & logistics
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breach prevention
Black Kite launches Vulnerability Intelligence Briefs to help organisations identify and manage third-party cyber risks, enhancing supply chain security.
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Gresham unveils web-based upgrade for investment data platform
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data integration
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financial services
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apis
Gresham upgrades Control for Investment Management with a new web interface, boosting integration and automation for over 100 investment clients globally.
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Kaspersky study: 71% in Asia Pacific back Cyber Immunity
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
Seventy-one per cent of Asia Pacific cybersecurity experts back Cyber Immunity as an effective defence, says Kaspersky's study of 850 professionals.
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Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security
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mfa
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.