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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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UK SMEs plan AI integration in finance & accounting
Mon, 9th Sep 2024
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Over two-fifths of UK SMEs plan to adopt AI in finance and accounting, bluQube reports, with growing trust in AI spurred by its potential efficiencies.
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Australians embrace AI home devices, prioritise energy efficiency
Mon, 9th Sep 2024
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Samsung's latest report reveals a generational shift in home appliance use, with 75% of Australians valuing AI as an unparalleled innovation.
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Shire Leasing launches new Tech Finance division for SMEs
Mon, 9th Sep 2024
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Shire Leasing launches a technology finance division to help small and medium businesses access financial solutions for IT investments.
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Seven West Media launches Seven AI Factory with Databricks
Mon, 9th Sep 2024
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Seven West Media partners with Databricks to launch the Seven AI Factory, focusing on AI-driven insights to boost digital engagement and ad strategies.
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Unilever & Accenture expand AI partnership to boost efficiency
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Unilever and Accenture are enhancing their AI collaboration to streamline Unilever's digital operations, leveraging generative AI to drive efficiency and agility.
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Forescout's 2024 H1 Threat Review reveals surge in cyber threats
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Report reveals a 43% surge in vulnerabilities and a 6% rise in ransomware attacks in H1 2024, with VPNs and network infrastructure under significant threat.
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Derby & Burton NHS to upgrade telephony with Cinos partnership
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Trust partners with Cinos to launch cloud-based telephony service improving cross-site communication and collaboration.
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NAB, SA Power Networks, Spark NZ win Red Hat Innovation Awards
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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National Australia Bank, SA Power Networks, and Spark New Zealand win Red Hat APAC Innovation Awards 2024, lauded for their open source tech innovations.
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MediaVision relocates to larger London office amid growth
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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London-based agency MediaVision relocates to larger office amid growth surge, bolstering its team with high-profile hires.
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Nominations open for 2025 Bold Woman Awards by Veuve Clicquot
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Nominations are now open for the 2025 Bold Woman Awards by Veuve Clicquot, celebrating exceptional female entrepreneurs and leaders in the UK.
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Tech Suzhou Advocates launches to boost aerospace sector
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Global Tech Advocates has announced the formation of its 39th group, Tech Suzhou Advocates. This new group is the sixth launched in China.
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Acer unveils new Predator Orion 7000 gaming desktop
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Acer debuts its powerful Predator Orion 7000, with top-tier performance features, advanced cooling, and a price starting at AUD $7999.
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ASUS launches Zenbook S 14 in Australia & New Zealand
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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ASUS launches the Zenbook S 14 in Australia and New Zealand, featuring Intel Core Ultra 7 processors and advanced AI tech.
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Quuppa certifies first group of Australian RTLS installers
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Quuppa's first-ever Certified Installer Certification (QCIC) programme in Australia sees ten professionals certified, boosting the nation's RTLS industry.
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The GRC Group acquires Pentest People to expand cyber division
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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The GRC Group has acquired cyber-security firm Pentest People to bolster its cyber security division, enhancing services for over 3,000 clients globally.
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Tessell launches DBaaS for Oracle ExaDB-D on Oracle Cloud
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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data science
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data management
Tessell launches its new DBaaS, Tessell for Oracle ExaDB-D, on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. The company will showcase it at Oracle CloudWorld.
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Gartner report criticises SOAR systems, Acora defends approach
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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A new Gartner report criticising SOAR systems for high costs and unmet promises has stirred controversy, with Acora defending its approach to optimising SOAR technology.
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BAE Systems Australia partners with Ivalua for supply chain revamp
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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BAE Systems Australia partners with Ivalua to enhance supply chain sustainability, streamlining operations and compliance.
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Cequence Security announces strategic partnership with Netskope
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Cequence Security partners with Netskope to offer enhanced API threat intelligence through the Cequence UAP platform, fortifying cyber defences against evolving threats.
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HPE unveils new private cloud AI solution with NVIDIA aid
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise debuts HPE Private Cloud AI, a cloud solution developed with NVIDIA to swiftly deploy Gen AI applications for businesses.