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.
Stories by Shannon - Page 28
EU AI Act prompts UK firms to adapt for seamless compliance
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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healthtech
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ai models
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data governance
As the EU AI Act takes effect, UK firms must quickly adapt to comply with new regulations, affecting sectors from technology to finance.
Microsoft backs New Zealand's AI strategy for digital growth
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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ai agents
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copilots
Microsoft endorses New Zealand's new AI strategy, pledging support for innovation and economic growth through upcoming initiatives and a new cloud region.
Cybercriminals exploit CrowdStrike outage with fake support sites
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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malware
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Cybercriminals capitalised on a CrowdStrike Falcon outage by creating over 180 fake support websites, targeting 8.5 million affected devices worldwide.
Netsafe teams with Snapchat to boost online safety for teens
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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data privacy
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social media
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netsafe
Netsafe launches the Snapchat Family Toolkit, designed to help New Zealand parents ensure safer social media use for teens.
Engineering biology to disrupt UK industries – Capgemini report
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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robots
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digital twins
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ai
A Capgemini report reveals engineering biology's disruptive reach beyond traditional sectors like healthcare and agriculture, impacting UK industries.
Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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devops
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digital entertainment
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apm
Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.
Sage & Microsoft enhance SMB efficiency with new tech tools
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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uc
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ai
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ai agents
Sage and Microsoft roll out advanced tools, including instant financial insights and enhanced workflows, to improve operational efficiency for SMBs across Europe.
GenAI tools amplify online fraud risks, report reveals
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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genai
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ai
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collaboration
A new Transmit Security report reveals generative AI is fuelling a surge in dark web fraud, with accessible tools like FraudGPT boosting online scam capabilities.
EU AI Act sets new global standard for ethical AI use
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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biometrics
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data privacy
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ai
The EU AI Act, effective 1st August 2024, heralds significant regulatory changes for businesses and tech firms, setting a global benchmark for ethical AI use.
Research reveals online content's dual impact on Kiwi youth
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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software development
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fitness
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social media
New research from the Classification Office and Netsafe reveals online content’s dual role in shaping young New Zealanders' body image.
SonicWall report reveals 30% rise in global cyberattacks
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
SonicWall Mid-Year Threat Report for 2024 shows a 30% surge in global malware, with SMBs particularly at risk.
Turnitin unveils AI paraphrasing detection for academic integrity
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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edutech
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genai
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ai
Turnitin has launched an AI paraphrasing detection tool to help educators and publishers identify AI-modified texts, tackling academic integrity challenges.
DLA Piper report highlights 2024 global M&A trends & insights
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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dei
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ai
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dla piper
DLA Piper's 2024 Global M&A Intelligence Report reveals evolving trends in M&A, with notable shifts in deal processes, AI integration, and ESG factors impacting transactions globally.
Thailand set to gain from supply chain shift, says JLL expert
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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cartech
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labour
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investment
Thailand is set to capitalise on shifting supply chains over the next decade, with JLL highlighting the country's growth in manufacturing investment opportunities.
Vertiv launches Liebert GXE UPS for AI-driven data centres
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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power / energy
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ai
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vertiv
Vertiv unveils new 1kVA-3kVA capacities of the Liebert GXE UPS, targeting critical 230V network edge applications with immediate availability.
Vertiv unveils MegaMod CoolChip for rapid AI infrastructure deployment
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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power / energy
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ai
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cleantech
Vertiv's new MegaMod CoolChip data centre, with liquid cooling, speeds up AI infrastructure deployment by 50%, offering a flexible, high-efficiency solution.
Study reveals key obstacles to creativity in the workplace
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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genai
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ai
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workplace
A new study reveals 96% of professionals believe creativity is essential for organisational success, but many fail to nurture it effectively.
30% of GenAI projects to be abandoned by 2025 says Gartner
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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genai
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ai
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ai models
At least 30% of generative AI (GenAI) projects will be abandoned after proof of concept by the end of 2025, due to poor data quality, inadequate risk controls.
CISOs face AI risks while managing innovation & security
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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application security
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genai
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ai
Checkmarx's global study reveals that 99% of development teams utilise AI for code generation yet face significant security concerns.
Survey reveals gaps in Gen AI use among professionals
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
A WalkMe survey uncovers significant gaps in Generative AI adoption among professionals, with over half of surveyed companies reporting minimal or no use of the technology.