About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 35
Enterprise AI Masters thrive with focus on data & security
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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data science
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genai
NetApp's 2025 study reveals AI Masters boost revenue by 24% through focus on data readiness, security, and advanced AI infrastructure in enterprises globally.
Microsoft & Checkout.com join forces to boost digital payments
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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fintech
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ai
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payment technologies
Microsoft partners with Checkout.com, adopting Azure cloud to enhance digital payments with AI, boosting speed and security for global merchants.
Health sector tops UK self-reported data breaches in 2023-2025
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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data protection
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
The health sector leads UK data breach self-reports with 3,820 cases from 2023 to early 2025, reveals ICO data analysed by Reward Gateway Edenred.
Black Friday remains top UK shopping day despite new rivals
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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amazon
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online shopping
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black friday
Black Friday remains the UK's top shopping day in 2025, with 79% planning to shop then despite rising interest in Amazon Prime Deals Days and Singles Day.
Brands urged to adopt multi-platform media strategies for ROI
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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gaming
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martech
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digital entertainment
Circana's Future of Media report urges brands to adopt multi-platform strategies combining digital and traditional channels to boost engagement and ROI.
Critical Redis flaw threatens 330,000 cloud systems globally
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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malware
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cloud security
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breach prevention
A critical Redis flaw called RediShell risks 330,000 cloud systems globally, urging urgent patching of all exposed and unauthenticated instances.
AI agents set to replace thousands of UK jobs by end of 2026
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
By the end of 2026, 100,000 AI Agents will join UK firms, with many set to replace human jobs, especially in HR and software roles, Gravitee finds.
Siemens named Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for IIoT platforms
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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manufacturing
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Siemens has been named a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Global Industrial IoT Platforms, recognising its strong AI-driven solutions and global reach.
Ekco boosts UK presence with Solsoft acquisition for SME growth
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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cybersecurity
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it services
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smb
Ekco expands its UK footprint by acquiring Solsoft, a Bristol-based MSP, to enhance services for SMEs across multiple industries and grow its workforce.
UK APP fraud refunds reach GBP £112m, but scams still rising
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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biometrics
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law enforcement
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behavioural biometrics
UK banks have refunded GBP £112m to victims of APP fraud under new rules, yet scam levels continue to rise, prompting calls for stronger prevention measures.
Algomarketing joins UKAI to tackle UK's AI skills shortage
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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hyperscale
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Algomarketing has joined UKAI to help address the UK's AI skills shortage and boost enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence technology.
Most UK mid-sized firms plan finance software switch soon
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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data analytics
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financial systems
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bi
A survey reveals 93% of UK and Ireland mid-sized firms plan to switch finance software soon, seeking balance between cost, complexity and functionality.
Executives see AI gaps & cultural barriers in customer experience
Sun, 5th Oct 2025
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crm
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digital transformation
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cx
Most executives see their customer experience strategies as failing and say cultural and organisational barriers hinder AI use in transforming customer relationships.
UK users urged to boost digital safety as weak passwords prevail
Sun, 5th Oct 2025
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data protection
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physical security
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cybersecurity
Nearly half of UK users rely on weak passwords like "123456," risking cyber attacks as searches for stronger credentials surge 133%.
Microsoft Excel celebrates 40 years as a mainstay for SMEs
Sun, 5th Oct 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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financial systems
Microsoft Excel celebrates 40 years as a vital tool for UK SMEs, with 88% of finance leaders endorsing AI to enhance rather than replace it.
Cyberattacks cost UK firms over GBP £10,000 as hybrid work rises
Sun, 5th Oct 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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vpns
With 28% of UK workers hybrid working, cyberattacks now cost firms over GBP £10,000 on average, raising urgent security concerns for remote staff.
Major infrastructure projects lag as AI adoption faces barriers
Sun, 5th Oct 2025
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Major infrastructure projects face delays and overruns as AI adoption stalls, hindered by governance issues, cultural resistance, and skills gaps, experts reveal.
Two-thirds of UK parents back two-hour social media cap for kids
Sun, 5th Oct 2025
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youtube
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social media
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digital literacy
Two-thirds of UK parents support a government plan to limit children's social media use to two hours daily, amid rising concerns over screen time.
Civo urges UK to adopt 'Tech Sovereignty Agenda' for digital future
Sun, 5th Oct 2025
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data protection
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ict sector
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national security
Civo urges the UK government to adopt its 'Tech Sovereignty Agenda' to boost domestic innovation and reduce reliance on foreign tech suppliers.
UK supply chain cyberattacks expose critical business risks
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cartech
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supply chain
Recent cyberattacks on UK firms like Harrods and Jaguar Land Rover reveal serious supply chain vulnerabilities risking billions in losses and business disruption.