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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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Majority of UK teachers rely on AI, despite training gap
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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A significant 60% of UK teachers are now integrating artificial intelligence into their work, revealing a major shift in educational practices, according to Twinkl.
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Remote work boosts productivity & staff retention rates
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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As businesses debate the merits of remote versus in-office work, experts warn that clinging to traditional models may lead to employee dissatisfaction and talent loss.
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Rising inflation prompts pay rise demands among tech staff
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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A new guide reveals that tech employees in Australia are increasingly assertive about pay demands, yet many struggle to negotiate raises amid rising living costs.
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Manulife engages 75% workforce with GenAI tools globally
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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Manulife reports that over 75% of its global workforce is now utilising its GenAI tools, including the newly launched ChatMFC, enhancing efficiency and innovation.
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Weebit and EMASS reveal ReRAM edge AI advancements
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Weebit Nano and EMASS have announced a partnership to explore ReRAM technology for enhanced energy efficiency in edge AI computing.
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EYDS acquires Kreatif to boost Microsoft tech services
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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EY Digital Solutions has acquired Kreatif, enhancing its Microsoft Dynamics 365 capabilities in Indonesia and Asean, adding 114 professionals to its team.
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Vertiv to showcase innovations at Data Centre World 2025
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Vertiv is set to sponsor the VIP Lounge at Data Centre World 2025, showcasing innovations in liquid cooling tailored for AI and high-density computing.
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Hackers exploit botnet to attack Microsoft 365 accounts
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A newly uncovered botnet of over 130,000 compromised devices is exploiting Microsoft 365 accounts through password spraying attacks, raising security alarms.
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Arlo & SmartThings enhance home security partnership
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Arlo Technologies expands its partnership with Samsung SmartThings to enhance home security, introducing advanced features like AI object detection this spring.
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Stress & burnout rise among Europe's IT professionals
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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European IT professionals report high levels of stress and burnout, with 73% linked to demanding roles, emphasising the urgent need for better workplace support.
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Advanced persistent threats rise by 74% in 2024 report
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
A recent Kaspersky report reveals a concerning 74% rise in advanced persistent threats within companies, affecting over 25% of organisations this year.
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UK sees 63% rise in savings accounts used for fraud
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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credit card fraud
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money laundering
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fraud
Reports indicate a staggering 63% rise in the misuse of savings accounts for fraud in the UK last year, outpacing a 12% increase in current accounts.
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Women in tech share insights ahead of International Women's Day
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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In anticipation of International Women’s Day, women at Assured Data Protection shared insights on mentorship, learning, and inclusivity in tech careers.
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Companies eager to adopt AI face data quality challenges
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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New research from Semarchy reveals a stark contrast between businesses' ambition to invest in AI and their concerns about data quality, with only 46% trusting their data.
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MSP report forecasts growth in revenue & cybersecurity
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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N-able's latest MSP Horizons Report reveals a buoyant outlook for the managed services sector, with 59% of providers expecting revenue growth of 20% by 2025.
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IBC selects eight projects for 2025 media innovation
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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IBC has unveiled eight projects for its 2025 Media Innovation Programme, collaborating with firms like Verizon and BT to tackle key media technology challenges.
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Accenture highlights AI autonomy in Technology Vision 2025
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Accenture's Technology Vision 2025 report unveils AI's transformative potential, highlighting trust as key to leveraging its capabilities for businesses.
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New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold in 2024
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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A report reveals New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold for customer service in 2024, with two-thirds considering switching providers due to delays.
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Forrester highlights AI benefits & challenges in OSS use
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Forrester has unveiled two reports analysing the benefits and hurdles of open-source software in AI, highlighting cost and governance as key challenges.
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Red Hat partners with Orange for telco cloud transformation
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Red Hat and Orange have teamed up to bolster Orange's international networks, implementing a cloud-native telco infrastructure using Red Hat technologies.