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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.

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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise launches Purple on Demand in Asia Pacific
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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alcatel-lucent enterprise
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business communications
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils Purple on Demand, a subscription-based communication product for APAC businesses.
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Ransomware threats escalating in Southeast Asia – report
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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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.
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AI tools linked to data exposure in 1 in 5 UK organisations
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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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.
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SEEK launches Better Matches campaign with AI job matching
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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seek
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job seekers
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jobstreet
In response to rising global talent shortages, SEEK launches 'Better Matches', an inventive campaign for their amalgamated Jobstreet and Jobsdb platforms.
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Public sector leaders champion digital experiences
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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ai
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public sector
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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.
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Australian business leaders see AI potential despite barriers
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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ai
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cloud services
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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.
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Trend Micro introduces AI-driven cyber risk management features
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
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trend micro
Trend Micro upends traditional cyber risk management tools with AI-driven features in Trend Vision One platform.
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AI & ML form critical defence against digital deception
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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data analytics
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email security
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ai
AI and machine learning form the vanguard of defence against increasingly sophisticated, AI-enhanced digital scams.
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NZ retailers urged to prioritise CX over tech advances
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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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.
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Firms outsource new email security measures implementation
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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phishing
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email security
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risk & compliance
Most firms struggle with email security protocols rolled out by Google and Yahoo, with over half opting to outsource compliance measures.
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Cognizant & Microsoft deepen partnership to democratise GenAI
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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cx
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martech
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genai
Cognizant and Microsoft enhance partnership to bring Microsoft's generative AI, including the 365 Copilot tool, to millions.
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Cornerstone eases growth challenges for mid-sized firms with new platform
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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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.
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Netradyne & Intelex collaborate to boost UK fleet safety
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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edge computing
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digital entertainment
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supply chain & logistics
AI safety tech firm Netradyne partners with Intelex to penetrate the UK market, promising to revolutionise road safety and fleet management.
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Pearcey Foundation reveals Australia 4.0 blueprint for net zero transition
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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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.
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UK consumers are turning their back on AI chatbots
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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uc
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it automation
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ai agents
Almost half of UK adults dissatisfied with customer service, often preferring human interaction over automated systems.
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IT leaders leaning on outsourcing for DMARC implementation
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Majority of IT decision-makers lacking resources and expertise to implement DMARC email authentication protocol prefer outsourcing.
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Sembo unveils AI multi-destination travel booking assistant
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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ai
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ai agents
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travel
Nordic digital travel agency, Sembo, launches the world's first AI-powered multi-destination travel booking assistant.
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BeyondTrust lauded as a leader in Identity Threat Detection
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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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.
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TeamViewer & Manhattan Associates team up for warehouse digitisation
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
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ar, vr & metaverse
TeamViewer strategically allies with Manhattan Associates to digitalise global warehouse operations, utilising advanced vision picking tech for increased accuracy and efficiency.
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Smart card market projected to reach $24.2bn by 2034
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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uc
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data analytics
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encryption
The global powered smart card market is forecast to surge to $24.2bn by 2034, driven by enhanced functionality and advanced security features.