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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.

Stories by Shannon - Page 2

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AI to transform UK law firms with 96% adoption rate
5 days ago
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legal tech
Research from Clio reveals that a staggering 96% of UK law firms are now integrating AI to enhance efficiency and productivity in legal practices.
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Tech professionals foresee frequent career changes ahead
5 days ago
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amadeus
A study by Amadeus reveals that 40% of technology professionals globally expect to change careers at least three times, driven by emerging technologies.
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Cloud ransomware threats rise, targeting S3 & Azure
6 days ago
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encryption
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cloud security
A recent SentinelLabs report reveals rising ransomware threats targeting cloud storage, urging firms to enhance security measures against evolving attacks.
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Alluxio outlines key AI & tech trends expected by 2025
6 days ago
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devops
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data analytics
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apm
Alluxio's CEO, Haoyuan Li, outlines key technology trends expected by 2025, emphasising advancements in AI, data analytics, and cloud computing.
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UK must enhance IT skills to rival Europe's salary levels
6 days ago
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cybersecurity
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The UK's IT sector must enhance skills and salaries to compete with Europe, as a new report reveals stark discrepancies in earnings and competencies.
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Australian firms struggle with AI scalability despite spend rise
6 days ago
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A new report reveals that while 92% of Australian businesses utilise generative AI, only 37% consider their applications production-ready, citing governance and cost challenges.
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Westcon-Comstor expands AWS Marketplace across EMEA
6 days ago
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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ai security
Westcon-Comstor has expanded its AWS Marketplace programme across EMEA to enhance partner engagement amid growing demand in Europe and the Middle East.
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UK tech diversity improves, but challenges remain in 2024
6 days ago
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gender diversity
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gender equality
New research shows improvements in diversity within the UK tech sector, though challenges persist, with 60% of firms still lacking representation.
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UK enterprises embrace GenAI but face deployment hurdles
6 days ago
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
A new report reveals that while 90% of UK enterprises are engaging with generative AI, only 40% feel their applications are production-ready.
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Global shift towards major investment in generative AI
6 days ago
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digital transformation
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hcm
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partner programmes
A new report from NTT DATA reveals organisations are evolving from GenAI experimentation to strategic investments aimed at boosting business performance.
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Banks lead industries in adoption of generative AI technology
6 days ago
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risk & compliance
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genai
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data privacy
A report reveals that 60% of banking leaders are integrating generative AI technology into operations, outpacing other sectors in adoption rates.
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Australia's ASRS climate reporting: A strategic opportunity
6 days ago
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digital transformation
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dei
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risk & compliance
Australia's new climate reporting standards challenge businesses to reinvent strategies, with experts urging a proactive approach to achieve lasting benefits.
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Australian CFOs concerned about AI value in investment
Last week
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risk & compliance
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investment
A survey reveals Australian CFOs are uneasy about AI's ROI, with 77% deeming their organisations ineffective in realising its potential.
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Cequence Security launches comprehensive API security services
Last week
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saas
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data protection
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digital transformation
Cequence Security has launched new API Security Assessment Services to enhance organisational security by providing insights into API risks and vulnerabilities.
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Calls mount for reform in Australia's ICT procurement policy
Last week
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software development
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acs
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r&d
A report calls for urgent reforms in Australia's ICT procurement policies to bolster local tech firms and align with strategies from key trading partners.
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Australians express mixed feelings on AI in workplaces
Last week
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it training
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data privacy
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ai
A recent EY report reveals mixed feelings among Australians about AI in the workplace, with 52% supporting automation but concerns over job security widespread.
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Samsung Singapore partners to boost AI in education
Last week
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edutech
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samsung
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edtech
Samsung Electronics Singapore has partnered with Challenger Technologies, Geniebook, and TeachingTutor.ai to enhance AI-powered digital classroom experiences.
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PointFive secures USD $20 million to boost cloud efficiency
Last week
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finops
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PointFive has raised USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance cloud cost optimisation and expand multi-cloud support, led by Salesforce Ventures.
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Aussie small business owners face mental health crisis
Last week
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cybersecurity
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mental health
A new report reveals that 69% of Australian small business owners face inadequate mental health support, prompting urgent calls for better resources.
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Flexera survey reveals AI reshaping IT leaders' priorities
Last week
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saas
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Flexera's latest survey reveals that 42% of IT leaders view AI as crucial for transformation, despite concerns over overspending in tech budgets.