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 3
Cybersecurity expert predicts AI & fraud threats for 2025
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phishing
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email security
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supply chain & logistics
Matt Aldridge from OpenText Cybersecurity warns that enterprises must bolster their AI security measures in 2025 to combat evolving cyber threats.
UK firms lag in cloud & AI adoption, hindering growth
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
UK businesses are struggling with cloud and AI adoption, with only 35% fully utilising cloud solutions and just 14% integrating AI, hindering growth.
YouLend sees 30% rise in UK SME financing before Black Friday
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ecommerce
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holiday season
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smes
YouLend has reported a 30% surge in financing applications from UK SMEs ahead of Black Friday 2024, driven by increased demand from ecommerce platforms.
AI's transformative role in business marketing by 2025
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devops
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data analytics
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cx
As AI's influence on marketing and customer experience intensifies, experts from Klaviyo, Jitterbit, and Canva share varied insights on its future impact.
Tips to boost festive marketing for UK small businesses
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cx
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martech
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collaboration
As the festive season nears, 80% of UK consumers plan to support new small businesses, highlighting opportunities for SMEs to captivate holiday shoppers.
CIOs warned of AI over-reliance in cybersecurity defence
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Michael Marcotte warns CIOs against over-reliance on AI in cybersecurity, highlighting a critical shortage in cyber skills that threatens corporate security.
71% of AI users regret data sharing due to privacy fears
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data privacy
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ai
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data sharing
A study from Syrenis reveals that 71% of AI users regret sharing their data, highlighting rising concerns over privacy in an AI-driven world.
Experts propose digital integration in UK public transport
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cleantech
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sustainability
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mobility
Experts at the University of Manchester urge the integration of digital mobility platforms into England's public transport systems to enhance services and address sustainability.
VR/AR technologies advance UK workforce development efforts
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ar, vr & metaverse
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pwc
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meta
The use of virtual and augmented reality technologies in workforce training has surged by 154% in the last five years, aiding skills development in the UK.
Shoppers warned of cyber risks during holiday deals
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phishing
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email security
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breach prevention
As the holiday shopping season approach, shoppers face rising cyber threats, with experts urging secure payment methods to protect sensitive data.
High payment security fears lead UK customers to abandon carts
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cx
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martech
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email security
Nearly half of UK shoppers abandon online purchases over payment security fears, according to new research ahead of the Black Friday shopping event.
Global firms adopting AI to surpass legacy tech barriers
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
A new study reveals a global shift, with fewer than 24% of companies now viewing legacy tech as a barrier to embracing AI and machine learning advancements.
North Korean operatives exposed in global tech job scam
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
SentinelLabs reveals North Korean operatives are masquerading as foreign IT professionals to infiltrate global tech markets and bypass sanctions.
Zendesk report reveals CX benefits of adopting AI in APAC
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
A new Zendesk report reveals that companies adopting AI are crucial for enhancing customer experience, with APAC seeing up to 63% rise in cross-selling revenue.
Study finds CEOs reluctant to lead workforce transformation
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c-suite
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business transformation
A study by Orgvue reveals a stark divide in CEO attitudes towards workforce transformation, with many preferring to resign over major changes.
64% of Australian tech workers mull career change in 2024
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inflation
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millennials
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gen z
A study by Robert Half reveals 64% of Australian tech workers are contemplating a career change within the next year, driven by evolving aspirations.
Half of Aussie tech staff may work remotely from holidays
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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generation z
A survey reveals half of Australian tech workers may work remotely from holiday spots, with 17% already doing so without employer notification.
UK considers social media ban for under-16s amid debate
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data privacy
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social media
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privacy
The UK Government is considering a ban on social media for under-16s, prompting wide debate on online safety and regulatory measures as new laws approach.
CrowdStrike outage prompts surge in software investment
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Adaptavist's research reveals a significant shift in software development practices post-CrowdStrike outage, with 86% of firms boosting budgets and hiring.
Australian firms embrace AI & data for 2025 success
Last month
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data analytics
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ai
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cleantech
As Australian firms prepare for 2025, they are harnessing AI and data to drive transparency and sustainability, reshaping how decisions are made.