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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Scattered Spider targets UK retailers with advanced phishing
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
The cybercriminal group Scattered Spider has launched sophisticated phishing attacks targeting UK retailers, exploiting social engineering and advanced MFA-bypass tools.
AI & hybrid pricing drive double subscription growth rates
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Businesses adopting AI with hybrid pricing models see subscription growth rates double, outperforming those who do not adjust pricing alongside AI integration.
Westcon-Comstor & Ericsson boost 5G growth in Australia & NZ
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Westcon-Comstor and Ericsson partner to accelerate 5G adoption across ANZ, enhancing enterprise connectivity and partner growth opportunities.
AI accelerates ransomware threat as attacks surge globally
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ransomware
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pam
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cloud security
Ransomware attacks surged globally last year, with 69% of organisations breached and AI increasingly used to automate and intensify cyber threats.
Coalition Australia raises standard cyber crime cover to $500k
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Coalition Australia has raised its standard cyber crime cover to AUD $500,000, addressing growing losses from social engineering and funds transfer fraud.
Unitec launches Doctor of Computing for advanced research
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edutech
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digital transformation
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data science
Unitec has launched a Doctor of Computing programme, offering advanced research opportunities for skilled professionals in AI, cybersecurity, and more.
Retail cyber-attacks surge as weak defences lure criminals
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devops
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mfa
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phishing
Retailers face a surge in cyber-attacks as weak defences and lapses in multi-factor authentication make them prime targets for criminals seeking valuable data.
HMRC hit by GBP £47 million phishing scam affecting 100,000
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data protection
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phishing
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physical security
HMRC has lost GBP £47 million in a phishing scam affecting 100,000 taxpayers, exposing vulnerabilities in government cybersecurity protocols.
AI adoption in UK public sector hampered by digital skills gap
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
A digital skills gap in the UK public sector is hindering AI adoption, with only 47% of staff ready to confidently use new technologies, research finds.
Ataccama ONE brings document AI to Snowflake for better data
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Ataccama integrates its ONE platform with Snowflake's Document AI to convert unstructured documents into structured data, improving analytics and AI applications.
ANZ consumers want first-contact solutions but satisfaction lags
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uc
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cx
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martech
Research shows 53% of ANZ consumers value first-contact resolution in service, yet only 33% of CX leaders believe they deliver highly personalised experiences.
CCL urges eCommerce firms to stay optimistic amid tough trade
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supply chain
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ecommerce
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ccl
CCL urges eCommerce firms to stay optimistic amid trade challenges, offering tailored logistics to help businesses navigate international market complexities.
AI boosts personalisation but consumer trust remains elusive
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cx
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martech
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personalisation
AI personalisation boosts customer spend by 75%, yet only 15% of consumers fully trust brands with their personal data, says Twilio report.
Silobreaker launches AI dashboards to boost threat reporting
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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ai
Silobreaker launches AI dashboards to automate and personalise threat intelligence reporting, helping teams deliver tailored insights swiftly to stakeholders.
One in four UK construction suppliers lagging in digital commerce
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digital transformation
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martech
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commerce systems
A quarter of UK construction suppliers are struggling with eCommerce, risking competitiveness as the sector lags in digital transformation, research reveals.
Retailers urged to strengthen cybersecurity after global attacks
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ransomware
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Retailers worldwide face mounting cyber attacks, with experts urging stronger security and supply chain oversight after breaches at Adidas, Victoria's Secret and Cartier.
Cybercriminals harness AI to boost phishing & malware attacks
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Cybercriminals are increasingly using AI to create sophisticated phishing and malware attacks, complicating detection and raising cybersecurity risks globally.
Contractor & consulting roles surge as global hiring shifts
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hcm
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workforce management
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professional services
Contractor and consulting roles surge globally, with Oyster reporting a 46% rise in contractor engagements and a tenfold increase in consulting hires in 2024.
AI accelerates identity fraud as firms overestimate defences
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fintech
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physical security
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ai
Significant rise in identity fraud targeting European firms, with 59% reporting more attacks despite 74% feeling confident in their defences, Signicat finds.
Fake CAPTCHA scam targets 2,353 WordPress sites, warns CyberCX
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malware
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
CyberCX warns 2,353 WordPress sites, including 82 in Australia and New Zealand, have been targeted by the DarkEngine fake CAPTCHA scam spreading malware.