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 20
Employees fear obsolete skills as training lags behind
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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millennials
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gen z
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employee retention
A new report reveals 63% of US employees feel their training is inadequate, with Gen Z highlighting urgent needs for faster, engaging skill development.
Experts stress importance of data privacy in AI era
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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comparitech
With Data Privacy Day occurring this week, experts stress the urgency for individuals and organisations to enhance protections against rising cyber threats, including AI.
Obsidian report reveals 300% surge in SaaS breaches
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Obsidian Security's 2025 SaaS Security Threat Report reveals a staggering 300% rise in SaaS breaches last year, impacting major firms like Microsoft and AT&T.
UK tech firms face financial obstacles to scaling growth
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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capital management
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investment
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funding
A report by Menzies reveals 90% of UK tech firms face significant financial hurdles, with high operational costs and funding difficulties limiting growth.
UK FinTech funding drops 2% in 2024 to USD $4.9 billion
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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fintech
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cybersecurity
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inflation
Funding for UK FinTech startups dipped 2% to USD $4.9 billion in 2024, marking a five-year low amidst growing regulatory challenges and economic concerns.
Businesses urged to prioritise AI data security measures
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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it training
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physical security
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breach prevention
CMTG has advised Australian businesses to assess privacy and data risks before integrating AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, as data protection becomes essential.
Infosys & Siemens expand partnership to boost AI learning
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
Infosys and Siemens have expanded their partnership to enhance AI-driven digital learning for over 250,000 staff worldwide through My Learning World.
Nextiva survey reveals CX's growing importance for revenue
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
A recent survey reveals a pivotal shift in customer experience's significance, with 96% of CX leaders reporting corporate recognition as a revenue driver.
LG Electronics posts record revenue of AUD $96.8 billion
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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revenue
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lg
LG Electronics has achieved a record annual revenue of AUD $96.8 billion for 2024, bolstered by growth in home appliances and vehicle components despite a dip in operating profit.
HP partners with Cambridge for EdTech education fellowship
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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ai
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hp
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collaboration
HP and Cambridge University Press & Assessment have selected 24 European and Central Asian education leaders for their EdTech Fellowship to enhance technology in education.
88% of companies consider ditching Oracle Java costs
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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devops
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apm
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ai
A survey by Azul reveals that 88% of enterprises are exploring alternatives to Oracle Java, citing rising costs and cloud expense concerns as key factors.
AI seen as solution to key supply chain challenges: report
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data analytics
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supply chain & logistics
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digital twins
AI technology may offer solutions to pressing supply chain issues, according to a report revealing that 75% of supply chain leaders face significant data challenges.
Cybersecurity & tech integration top priority for 2025
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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iot
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ai
A report reveals that 52% of UK IT leaders prioritise enhancing cybersecurity in 2025, amid challenges like budget constraints and technology integration issues.
Planet Mark launches new net zero certification programme
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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cleantech
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sustainability
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global warming
Planet Mark has launched a new Net Zero Certification Programme, offering organisations a structured path to achieve net zero carbon emissions through tailored support.
Juniper & Liberty Global complete cloud connectivity POC
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
Juniper Networks and Liberty Global have completed a successful proof-of-concept, enhancing user experiences through seamless cloud connectivity solutions.
Indian budget 2025: Business leaders urge policy reforms
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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fintech
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iot
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data privacy
With the Union Budget 2025-26 approaching, Indian business leaders urge reforms for MSMEs, cybersecurity, and urban infrastructure to drive growth and sustainability.
Akamai uncovers critical Kubernetes flaw for Windows nodes
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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virtualisation
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cloud security
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ai security
Akamai's security team has revealed a serious flaw in Kubernetes, allowing remote code execution on Windows endpoints, posing significant risks to clusters.
Raising awareness on Circular Electronics Day initiative
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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cleantech
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personal computing devices
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sustainability
Circular Electronics Day, marked on 24 January, raises awareness of electronic waste, urging individuals and businesses to adopt sustainable tech practices.
Hertsmere approves Europe's largest AI data centre plans
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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cleantech
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sustainability
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construction
Hertsmere Borough Council has approved DC01UK's plans for a vast data centre, set to be Europe's largest, with a £3.75 billion investment.
Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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uc
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ransomware
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phishing
Sophos X-Ops has uncovered two active cybercriminal campaigns exploiting Microsoft Office 365, with over 15 incidents reported in just three months.