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 44
Emerging cyber threats for 2025 target healthcare & industry
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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mfa
Emerging cyber threats in 2025, including AI-driven attacks and ransomware, target healthcare and industry, with breach costs soaring to USD $5.3 million.
CloudBolt named Leader & Fast Mover in 2025 GigaOm report
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
CloudBolt has been recognised as a Leader and Fast Mover in the 2025 GigaOm report for its innovative cloud management platform and unified operations.
Xantaro joins Jisc framework to boost UK education networks
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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wireless networks
Xantaro joins Jisc Network Solutions Framework, enhancing UK education and research institutions' access to next-generation digital infrastructure solutions.
Malware complexity soars 127% as older defences miss threats
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Malware complexity has surged 127% as legacy defences miss threats, revealing one in fourteen 'safe' files was actually malicious, OPSWAT reports.
Kerv launches Guardian Assurance to enhance compliance recording
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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uc
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Kerv has launched Guardian Assurance to help regulated firms like financial and legal services improve compliance and recording of communications.
Approov secures GBP £5 million to advance mobile app security
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
Approov has raised GBP £5 million to enhance its mobile app security, aiming to protect apps and APIs against evolving cyber threats including AI-driven attacks.
Ransomware repeat attacks linked to fragmented security tools
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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encryption
Research shows 31% of ransomware victims endured multiple attacks due to fragmented, ineffective security tools, risking severe financial and reputational damage.
AI-driven phishing & quishing attacks surge in Netcraft report
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
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llms
Netcraft reports a surge in AI-driven phishing, quishing, and brand impersonation attacks, pushing firms to boost cyber defences before 2025.
Pentera unveils AI web attack testing to boost cyber defences
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
Pentera has launched AI-powered Web Attack Testing to help organisations better simulate cyber threats and enhance defences against evolving AI-driven attacks.
Palo Alto upgrades Cortex Cloud to tackle AI-driven code risks
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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devops
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks has enhanced Cortex Cloud with a new module to prevent AI-generated code risks, boosting security for faster, safer software development.
Security budgets see slowest growth in five years, report finds
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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it budget
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inflation
Security budget growth slows to 4% in 2025, the lowest in five years, amid economic volatility and staffing challenges, says IANS Research report.
NetDocuments unveils AI-powered DMS features for legal teams
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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document management
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ecm
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martech
NetDocuments launches AI-powered features in its cloud DMS for legal teams, enhancing document editing, metadata profiling, and workflow automation within Microsoft Word.
Org & DeepOpinion join forces to drive agentic automation in UK
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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it automation
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rpa
Org and DeepOpinion partner to introduce AI-driven agentic automation, boosting speed and agility for UK and Irish enterprises in regulated sectors.
Halo Solutions unveils HaloTaskManager to boost task efficiency
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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uc
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rpa
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collaboration
Halo Solutions launches HaloTaskManager, a new tool to enhance real-time task coordination and efficiency in safety-critical settings across the UK and beyond.
Concerns grow over UK digital ID checks for company directors
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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cybersecurity
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money laundering
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digital identity
UK plans to enforce digital ID checks for company directors face criticism over security flaws in the GOV.UK One Login system and risks during a phased 12-month rollout.
Amplitude named leader in digital analytics by Forrester report
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Amplitude leads in digital analytics, topping Forrester's Q3 2025 report for ease of use, AI innovation, and customer satisfaction.
8x8 reports surge in AI-powered CX adoption & unveils new tools
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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uc
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devops
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digital transformation
8x8 reports a 150% rise in AI-powered customer interactions and unveils new tools enhancing CX with AI-driven insights and secure payment options.
Zen Internet achieves AWS competency to boost UK SMB support
Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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hyperscale
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cloud security
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partner programmes
Zen Internet has earned AWS Small and Medium Business Competency, enhancing tailored cloud support for UK SMBs with expert-certified solutions architects.
UK mid-market firms divided on AI & tech as advice gap grows
Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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hcm
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
UK mid-market firms face growing advice gaps and leadership divides on AI adoption, hindering productivity and tech investment decisions amid budget constraints.
Zayo Europe expands network reach with 61% growth in H1 2025
Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
Zayo Europe's network surged by 61% in H1 2025, with powered route miles soaring across the UK and Germany, now connecting 600 data centres continent-wide.