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 57
Russian group Sednit using webmail flaws to target Ukraine allies
Fri, 16th May 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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fancy bear
ESET reveals Operation RoundPress: a cyberespionage campaign using XSS on webmail, targeting governments and defence linked to Ukraine conflict.
Financial sector sets new baseline guidance for Gen-AI risks
Fri, 16th May 2025
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data protection
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supply chain
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genai
The CMORG AI Taskforce, with City of London and UK Finance, publishes new AI Baseline Guidance to help financial firms manage generative AI risks across operations and compliance.
UK unveils £16 million plan to boost retail cyber defences
Fri, 16th May 2025
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
The UK Government launches £16 million cybersecurity boost for retailers amid rising attacks, including a high-profile Dior data breach affecting global customers.
First-party fraud now top global threat, outpacing scams
Thu, 15th May 2025
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
First-party fraud now tops global cyberattacks, rising to 36% of cases in 2024, according to LexisNexis Risk Solutions' Cybercrime Report.
Untested code leaves UK firms facing rising software outage risk
Thu, 15th May 2025
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devops
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apm
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breach prevention
Research by Tricentis reveals 66% of global firms face software outage risks, with 73% of UK businesses deploying untested code amid pressure for faster releases.
Fewer than 40% of firms have full visibility over software supply
Thu, 15th May 2025
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devops
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supply chain
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apm
Less than 40% of firms fully see their software supply chains amid rising security threats and new EU and US cybersecurity regulations.
Morphisec launches KICKSTART Channel Program to boost cyber defence
Thu, 15th May 2025
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Morphisec launches KICKSTART Channel Program, offering partners resources and a Ransomware-Free Guarantee to boost ransomware prevention and security services.
AI-driven phishing attacks outpace legacy email security filters
Thu, 15th May 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
Cofense reveals AI-driven phishing emails bypass traditional defences every 42 seconds in 2024, posing a fresh challenge to email security systems.
AI speeds up SEO for eCommerce brands facing new challenges
Thu, 15th May 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
AI technology accelerates SEO for eCommerce brands, cutting product page update times from weeks to hours while improving search alignment and conversions.
Asian social trends reshape UK social media & influencer scene
Thu, 15th May 2025
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crypto
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defi
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social media
Asian social media trends like live shopping and user-generated content are rapidly reshaping the UK influencer scene, Kolsquare reports.
UK charities missing out on AI as demand & barriers increase
Thu, 15th May 2025
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data analytics
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data privacy
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ai
Most UK small charities remain hesitant to adopt AI despite growing demand for services and its potential to ease workloads and improve fundraising.
Most organisations lack visibility into software supply chains
Thu, 15th May 2025
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devops
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supply chain
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apm
Fewer than 40% of organisations have full visibility into their software supply chains, exposing risks amid rising cybersecurity concerns and regulation.
Organisations step up digital accessibility ahead of EAA deadline
Thu, 15th May 2025
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devops
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apm
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genai
A new survey reveals 84% of organisations prioritise digital accessibility ahead of the European Accessibility Act deadline in June, despite ongoing challenges.
Technology helps bridge generational gaps in workplace learning
Thu, 15th May 2025
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education, learning & training
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millennials
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generation z
Most L&D professionals find engaging Baby Boomers hardest in multi-generational workforces, with tech seen as key to personalised learning solutions, LearnUpon finds.
Archive360 launches AI-ready cloud platform for data governance
Thu, 15th May 2025
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saas
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data protection
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martech
Archive360 unveils its new data platform designed to govern enterprise archives, boosting AI and analytics with compliant, centralised data access.
Half of AI projects falter as enterprises struggle with data readiness
Thu, 15th May 2025
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ai
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integration
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data infrastructure
Nearly half of enterprises face AI project failures due to poor data readiness, with the UK scoring lowest in AI preparedness amid legacy system challenges.
Financial firms warned data chaos heightens compliance risks
Thu, 15th May 2025
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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ai
New research reveals UK and US financial firms face increased compliance risks due to fragmented data management and rising regulatory demands.
Team building drives long-term gains for UK IT professionals
Tue, 13th May 2025
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uc
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collaboration
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it professionals
New research reveals 82% of UK IT and telecoms professionals find team building boosts collaboration, with 52% experiencing lasting benefits.
Career growth, flexibility & upskilling top 2025 work trends
Tue, 13th May 2025
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uc
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hcm
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collaboration
people2people report reveals a slowing job market, rising competition, and shifting employee priorities focused on career growth and flexibility across generations.
Ransomware surge sees hackers demand up to USD $8.6 million
Tue, 13th May 2025
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ransomware
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cloud security
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breach prevention
Cybersecurity experts warn ransomware threats are surging, targeting cloud systems and exploiting human error, amid rising attacks in the UK and beyond.