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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.

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Unit4 ERPx launches on Microsoft Azure Marketplace worldwide

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Unit4 has launched its cloud-native ERPx platform on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, broadening access for organisations worldwide to its AI-powered ERP solution.
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NTT DATA & Corvic AI partner to unlock enterprise data for AI

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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NTT DATA partners with Corvic AI to integrate adaptive AI solutions, enhancing enterprise data readiness for generative AI across US and UK markets.
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Five key trends reshaping eCommerce marketing for 2025 revealed

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Ecommerce marketing is set to evolve in 2025 with five key trends, including AI personalisation, mobile commerce, social media sales, data-driven automation, and SEO advances.
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Wazuh issues new rules to detect fast-moving Mamona ransomware

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Wazuh has released new detection rules to counter Mamona ransomware, which quickly encrypts files, demands ransom, then deletes itself from Windows systems.
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OVHcloud & Crayon expand global cloud services to 45 regions

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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OVHcloud and Crayon partner to deliver cloud services across 45 regions worldwide, enhancing access and compliance for organisations, including in Australia.
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Agentic AI drives retail shift from legacy systems to smart commerce

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Retailers are adopting agentic AI to overcome outdated systems, enabling smarter, faster eCommerce that meets modern consumer demands for personalised digital experiences.
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Most fintechs fail API security, risking sensitive payment data

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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New research reveals 84% of fintechs lack robust API security, exposing sensitive payment data to significant cyber risks beyond regulated sectors.
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Spanish banks see fraud drop with behavioural tech, but scams rise

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Spanish banks report a 23% drop in fraud attempts thanks to behavioural tech, yet social engineering scams now make up 58% of fraud cases in 2025.
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Businesses boost AI in cybersecurity but fear rising new risks

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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A Trend Micro survey finds 81% of global firms use AI in cybersecurity but 94% fear rising AI-driven cyber risks in the next 3-5 years.
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Carnival Internet UK partners with charity to tackle digital exclusion

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Carnival Internet UK partners with Community TechAid to fight digital exclusion and reduce e-waste by refurbishing devices for those without internet access.
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AI maturity in product data management boosts revenue & trust

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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A study shows 97% of firms have moved beyond AI pilots in product data management, boosting revenue and increasing customer trust in digital commerce.
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AI-driven data transforms car insurance risk, pricing & claims

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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AI is revolutionising car insurance by using connected vehicle data to enhance risk assessment, pricing, claims handling and fraud detection for tailored policies.
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UK entry-level tech jobs drop by 32% amid ChatGPT rise

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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UK entry-level tech jobs have dropped 32% since ChatGPT's launch, hitting new graduates hard amid rising demands for AI and automation skills.
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Org Group acquires EDR to boost European digital expertise

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Org Group acquires Brussels-based EDR, enhancing its European digital and technology expertise across multiple markets including the UK and France.
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Retail ransomware attacks surge 40% as Safepay tops threats

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Ransomware attacks on retail surged 40% in May, with Safepay emerging as the top threat actor amid shifting cyber risks globally, NCC Group warns.
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Industrial Strategy hailed as digital, skills & supply chain reforms urged

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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The UK's new Industrial Strategy launches, but leaders urge urgent reforms in digital, skills, and supply chains to boost growth.
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AI-powered PR app launched to boost small business visibility

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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The PR Mastery App uses AI to help UK SMEs create press releases and gain media coverage affordably, bypassing costly traditional PR agencies.
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AI adoption in Europe outpaces workplace policies & training

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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AI use in European workplaces surges with 83% adoption, yet just 31% have formal policies, raising concerns over security and ethical risks.
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UK IT leaders move away from US clouds over sovereignty fears

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Over half of UK IT leaders plan to reduce reliance on US-based cloud providers, citing growing concerns over data sovereignty and regulatory control.
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Westcon-Comstor celebrates 40 years with focus on channel future

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Westcon-Comstor marks 40 years with USD $5.24bn sales, launching Future Ready to boost partners amid evolving AI, cybersecurity and cloud trends.