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 42
Thrive launches AI-powered NDR to cut breach costs & downtime
Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Thrive's new AI-powered Network Detection and Response service helps businesses swiftly identify and tackle cyber threats, aiming to cut breach costs and downtime.
AI adoption in SOCs cuts alert fatigue but integration lags
Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
AI adoption in Security Operations Centres cuts investigation times by 25% and eases alert fatigue, but full integration into workflows remains a challenge.
Cognizant sets world record with global AI hackathon & 53,199 staff
Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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erp
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genai
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ai
Cognizant set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORD with 53,199 staff in a global AI hackathon, creating over 30,600 ideas to boost innovation and AI skills.
AI adoption rises among UK small businesses, boosting efficiency
Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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ai
A survey reveals 57% of UK small businesses use AI to boost efficiency, with 84% seeing it as beneficial rather than a threat to growth and operations.
Most UK SMEs lack formal marketing plans & lose core focus
Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
A study reveals most UK SMEs lack formal marketing plans, with only 31.4% having a strategy, risking loss of focus on core marketing fundamentals.
Certes warns UK executives face liability as data breach risks rise
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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encryption
Certes warns UK executives face personal criminal liability for data breaches as cyber threats rise and traditional security proves insufficient amid quantum risks.
UK electronics market set for GBP £25.4bn as search trends shift
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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gaming
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partner programmes
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digital entertainment
The UK consumer electronics market is set to reach GBP £25.4bn in 2025, driven by AI devices, smartphones and rising demand for new gadgets despite a slight brand dip.
Finity launches unified payroll feature for temp & permanent staff
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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hcm
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financial systems
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hr
Finity has launched a unified payroll feature allowing businesses to manage both temporary and permanent staff salaries on one streamlined platform.
AI-driven phishing & ransomware surge in first half of 2025
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Acronis reports a 70% rise in ransomware victims in H1 2025, with AI-driven phishing attacks surging, especially targeting managed service providers.
Camunda named Strong Performer for orchestration in Forrester Wave
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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erp
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ai
Camunda has been named a Strong Performer in the Forrester Wave for digital process automation, praised for its orchestration and support of key process standards.
Transcend launches AI tools for compliance with data privacy laws
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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data protection
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martech
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cdp
Transcend has launched AI tools providing strict controls on data training and deletion, helping firms meet growing global privacy regulations like GDPR and the EU AI Act.
ISACA unveils AI security credential to boost cyber expertise
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
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ai security
ISACA has launched the Advanced in AI Security Management credential to enhance cybersecurity expertise amid rising AI-driven threats.
One in four Australian workers banned from using AI at work
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
A quarter of Australian workers are banned from using AI at work, with many lacking training and clear guidance amid rising concerns over data and regulation.
FCA pension transfer review urges balance between speed & safety
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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government
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fca
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financial services
The FCA's review highlights progress and challenges in UK pension transfers, urging balance between speed, efficiency and consumer protection from scams.
Workday breach highlights rising third-party cyberattack risks
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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crm
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martech
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hcm
Workday has suffered a data breach exposing contact details, highlighting growing risks from social engineering and third-party cyberattacks this summer.
AI-generated code raises security risks as governance lags
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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application security
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devsecops
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supply chain
Over half of organisations use AI coding assistants, yet only 18% have formal governance, raising security risks amid rising breaches, says Checkmarx report.
A-level STEM surge boosts hopes for UK's net-zero & digital goals
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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edutech
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data science
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ai
UK A-level results show a surge in STEM subjects, boosting hopes for skilled workers to meet net-zero and digital economy goals by 2050.
monday.com expands partner programme with AI & service focus
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
monday.com enhances its partner programme with new AI and Service specialisations to boost expertise, revenue streams and customer alignment globally.
UK leaders report confusion as digital transformation grows
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
A VML study reveals UK business leaders face growing confusion and reduced confidence as digital transformation complexity stalls progress and staff morale.
Sage unveils AI features to boost speed & sustainability in finance
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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ai
Sage unveils AI-driven features in Sage Intacct to streamline finance tasks, speed up processes, and provide sustainability insights for UK and global teams.