About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
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Smarttech247 & SentinelOne launch AI-powered cybersecurity for SMEs
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cybersecurity
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
In an AI-driven security boost, global cybersecurity solution provider Smarttech247 aligns with SentinelOne to deliver top-notch managed detection and response services for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Westcon-Comstor achieves 100% renewable electricity target in UK
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sustainable it
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power / energy
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westcon-comstor
Westcon-Comstor powers its UK sites exclusively through renewables, leading its ambitious international drive for 100% clean electricity by 2030.
Cash Chasm report reveals drawbacks of manual cash management
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automation
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risk management
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paycomplete
PayComplete's Cash Chasm report highlights challenges in cash handling, with 41% of businesses reliant on manual processes and risking losses.
GumGum integrates Playground xyz into APAC ad suite
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martech
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adtech
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apac
GumGum integrates Playground xyz's media portfolio to strengthen its APAC business, advancing AI-driven ad solutions.
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise launches Purple on Demand in Asia Pacific
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digital transformation
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alcatel-lucent enterprise
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asia pacific
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils Purple on Demand, a subscription-based communication product for APAC businesses.
Ransomware threats escalating in Southeast Asia – report
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ransomware
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encryption
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cybersecurity
Escalation in targeted ransomware threats impacts businesses across Southeast Asia, with over 287,000 incidents detected in 2023 alone.
AI tools linked to data exposure in 1 in 5 UK organisations
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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insider threats
20% of UK businesses suffer data exposure linked to internal AI tool use, according to a new survey from cybersecurity firm RiverSafe.
SEEK launches Better Matches campaign with AI job matching
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seek
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job seekers
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apac
In response to rising global talent shortages, SEEK launches 'Better Matches', an inventive campaign for their amalgamated Jobstreet and Jobsdb platforms.
Public sector leaders champion digital experiences
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ai
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automation
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network visibility
A new survey reveals 92% of public sector leaders emphasise the crucial role of seamless digital experiences in supporting their agency's mission and competitiveness.
Australian business leaders see AI potential despite barriers
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cloud services
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ai
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ifs
Business leaders see major potential for AI despite facing challenges in adoption, according to a new survey by software company IFS.
Trend Micro introduces AI-driven cyber risk management features
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cloud services
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cybersecurity
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discovery
Trend Micro upends traditional cyber risk management tools with AI-driven features in Trend Vision One platform.
AI & ML form critical defence against digital deception
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big data
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bi
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ml
AI and machine learning form the vanguard of defence against increasingly sophisticated, AI-enhanced digital scams.
NZ retailers urged to prioritise CX over tech advances
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
E-commerce retailers should prioritise improving customer experience over merely pursuing tech advances, according to Convergence.
Firms outsource new email security measures implementation
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phishing
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outsourcing
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email security
Most firms struggle with email security protocols rolled out by Google and Yahoo, with over half opting to outsource compliance measures.
Cognizant & Microsoft deepen partnership to democratise GenAI
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cloud services
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cx
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martech
Cognizant and Microsoft enhance partnership to bring Microsoft's generative AI, including the 365 Copilot tool, to millions.
Cornerstone eases growth challenges for mid-sized firms with new platform
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it training
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ai
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onboarding
Cornerstone Learning Fundamentals launched to address major growth obstacles for mid-sized firms such as staff and skill shortages.
Netradyne & Intelex collaborate to boost UK fleet safety
Last week
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video
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ml
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fleet management
AI safety tech firm Netradyne partners with Intelex to penetrate the UK market, promising to revolutionise road safety and fleet management.
Pearcey Foundation reveals Australia 4.0 blueprint for net zero transition
Last week
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digital transformation
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power / energy
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cybersecurity
The Pearcey Foundation has launched a comprehensive plan highlighting the pathway and challenges for Australia's transition to a net zero economy.
UK consumers are turning their back on AI chatbots
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contact centre
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chatbots
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it automation
Almost half of UK adults dissatisfied with customer service, often preferring human interaction over automated systems.
IT leaders leaning on outsourcing for DMARC implementation
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phishing
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outsourcing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Majority of IT decision-makers lacking resources and expertise to implement DMARC email authentication protocol prefer outsourcing.
Sembo unveils AI multi-destination travel booking assistant
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ai
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travel
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ux
Nordic digital travel agency, Sembo, launches the world's first AI-powered multi-destination travel booking assistant.
BeyondTrust lauded as a leader in Identity Threat Detection
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soc
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iam
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cybersecurity
BeyondTrust achieves recognition as a key player in Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR), topping the 2024 KuppingerCole Analysts AG Leadership Compass with its Identity Security Insights solution.
TeamViewer & Manhattan Associates team up for warehouse digitisation
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digital transformation
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vr
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supply chain & logistics
TeamViewer strategically allies with Manhattan Associates to digitalise global warehouse operations, utilising advanced vision picking tech for increased accuracy and efficiency.
Smart card market projected to reach $24.2bn by 2034
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bi
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big data
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data analytics
The global powered smart card market is forecast to surge to $24.2bn by 2034, driven by enhanced functionality and advanced security features.