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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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Canadian women professionals face DEI programme challenges
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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New data reveals that over half of Canadian women professionals are worried about their careers amid the rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
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Red Hat unveils enhanced AI tools for hybrid cloud use
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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Red Hat has unveiled enhancements to its AI portfolio, focusing on cost reduction and seamless integration of private data across hybrid cloud environments.
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Fastly introduces bot management updates for web security
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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Fastly has launched updates to its Bot Management service, enhancing online security while improving user experiences by reducing reliance on CAPTCHAs.
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NTT DATA expands SAP cloud services with new partnership
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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NTT DATA has joined the SAP PartnerEdge programme as a managed service provider, enhancing its cloud solutions for clients worldwide.
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Western Digital survey reveals global data backup trends
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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A recent global survey by Western Digital reveals that 79% of consumers back up their data, driven by fears of loss and data security concerns.
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Siemens launches AI solutions for predictive maintenance
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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Siemens has unveiled a new generative AI-driven solution within its Industrial Copilot range, aimed at revolutionising predictive maintenance in industry.
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iManage enhances AI with Ask iManage & Insight+ updates
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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iManage has unveiled enhancements to its AI strategy, including updates to Ask iManage and Insight+, aimed at boosting efficiency for users globally.
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NCS expands in Asia Pacific with Globe Telecom partnership
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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NCS has announced a joint venture with Globe Telecom in the Philippines, set to expand its workforce from 150 to over 1,200 employees.
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UK firms optimistic on global expansion despite tariffs
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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A recent survey reveals that 73 per cent of UK firms remain bullish on global expansion, despite trade challenges like rising tariffs from the US.
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Singaporeans spend 40m hours on hold, report reveals
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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Singaporeans have spent a staggering 40 million hours on hold for customer service, as revealed by a ServiceNow report highlighting ongoing service challenges.
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ASEAN tech investment shows stabilisation but funding gaps
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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A new report by January Capital reveals Southeast Asia's tech sector is stabilising, yet critical funding gaps threaten future growth opportunities.
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SET and Google Cloud collaborate on AI-powered system to enhance capital markets
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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The Stock Exchange of Thailand and Google Cloud have launched ATLAS, an AI-powered search tool aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and market access.
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UK firms find green tech opportunities in Asia-Pacific
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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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.
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Labour government's AI budget sparks efficiency debate
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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The government's budget plan to integrate AI into public services has ignited debate over its potential to improve efficiency while preserving human empathy.
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World Backup Day highlights need for strong data resilience
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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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.
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Experts weigh in on implications of Australia govt's latest budget
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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Australia's recent budget announcement has ignited debates across technology sectors as leaders welcome investments aimed at boosting competitiveness.
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23andMe bankruptcy raises concerns for genetic data safety
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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Consumer genomics company 23andMe's bankruptcy has raised serious concerns over the security of sensitive genetic data for its 15 million customers.
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UK Government to cut jobs, save GBP £2bn with AI use
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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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.
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UK unveils Online Safety Act to protect digital users
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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The UK has unveiled the Online Safety Act, a landmark legislation aimed at holding digital platforms accountable for protecting users from harmful content.
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2tall partners with Shipster to enhance global expansion
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Aberdeen-based fashion brand 2tall, endorsed by Peter Crouch, gears up for international growth after investing in shipping technology to enhance fulfilment.