About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 29
Half of AI projects falter as enterprises struggle with data readiness
Thu, 15th May 2025
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ai
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integration
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data infrastructure
Nearly half of enterprises face AI project failures due to poor data readiness, with the UK scoring lowest in AI preparedness amid legacy system challenges.
Ransomware surge sees hackers demand up to USD $8.6 million
Tue, 13th May 2025
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ransomware
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cloud security
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breach prevention
Cybersecurity experts warn ransomware threats are surging, targeting cloud systems and exploiting human error, amid rising attacks in the UK and beyond.
AI trends in video surveillance focus on ethics, hybrid models
Sat, 10th May 2025
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data protection
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surveillance
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hybrid cloud
Axis Communications reveals AI's growing role in video surveillance, stressing ethical use, data privacy, and hybrid cloud-edge systems in industry report.
Extend launches open-source AI toolkit for smarter financial data
Sat, 10th May 2025
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data analytics
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fintech
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rpa
Extend launches open-source AI toolkit enabling businesses to enhance spend analysis and automate workflows via API integration with major AI frameworks.
Innovation forges a secure & sustainable technology future
Fri, 9th May 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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data privacy
On World Technology Day, leaders from Axiado and Xpedeon underscore innovation's role in fostering sustainable, secure, and resilient digital and construction futures.
NICE & ServiceNow partner on AI to unify customer service
Thu, 8th May 2025
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crm
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uc
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devops
NICE and ServiceNow partner to launch an AI-powered platform by Q4 2025, uniting customer service and enterprise operations for faster, seamless fulfilment.
Nutanix & Pure Storage partner for scalable virtual workloads
Thu, 8th May 2025
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storage
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virtualisation
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dr
Nutanix and Pure Storage partner to deliver an integrated platform for scalable virtual workloads, targeting AI and data-intensive applications by end 2025.
Survey shows enterprises shift towards software-driven pentesting
Thu, 8th May 2025
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Over 50% of enterprises now use software-driven penetration testing as their primary method to identify IT vulnerabilities, reveals Pentera survey.
Remote worker monitoring apps raise privacy & cyber risks
Thu, 8th May 2025
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data privacy
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human rights
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mental health
University of Waterloo research warns that employee monitoring apps may harm privacy and productivity, as 70% of large firms plan to use such software this year.
Quantum AI seeing rising business interest despite high costs
Thu, 8th May 2025
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data analytics
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quantum computing
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supply chain
Over 60% of 500 global business leaders are investing in or exploring quantum AI, citing promise in data analytics amidst cost and knowledge barriers.
AI reshapes data centre energy, cooling & sustainability strategies
Wed, 7th May 2025
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datacentre infrastructure
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data analytics
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digital transformation
AI's rapid growth is forcing data centres worldwide to rethink power, cooling, and design, boosting energy use and sparking innovative, sustainable solutions.
Transparency urged to build stronger client-agency trust
Wed, 7th May 2025
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uc
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devops
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apm
Helen Johnson, Tangram's founder, urges agencies to boost transparency in client relationships, citing that 40% of clients may switch partners within six months.
AI-focused marketing risks eroding trust, says new research
Wed, 7th May 2025
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cx
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martech
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genai
New study finds consumers trust companies more when they promote human expertise over AI, especially in personalised services like healthcare and luxury goods.
Trend Micro launches AI threat detection for enterprise security
Mon, 5th May 2025
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semiconductors
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Trend Micro launches AI-powered threat detection on AWS, combining NVIDIA tech to safeguard enterprises scaling up their AI operations worldwide.
GenAI promises manufacturing boost but firms lack readiness
Mon, 5th May 2025
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digital transformation
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edge computing
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iot
Manufacturers see generative AI as key to transformation but 92% lack the tech and policies needed, says NTT DATA research across 34 countries.
Survey finds trust, safety & security key for CX in 2025
Mon, 5th May 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
A global survey reveals enterprises plan to boost investment in trust, safety and security for customer experience amid rising compliance and fraud challenges.
8x8 unveils new AI tools, RCS messaging & digital wallet pay
Mon, 5th May 2025
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saas
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uc
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cx
8x8 enhances its Customer Experience platform with AI tools, RCS messaging, and digital wallet payments for improved, personalised user interactions.
Zoho unveils advanced AI for Creator, boosts privacy focus
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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agentic ai
Zoho unveils ten new AI-powered features for its low-code platform, boosting app development speed and privacy without extra cost to users.
Cyberattacks highlight urgent need for Zero Trust security
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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encryption
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mfa
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ai security
Recent cyber attacks are raising calls for stronger, identity-focused cybersecurity, including Zero Trust principles, with traditional password hygiene no longer sufficient.
Weak passwords expose gaps in digital security, experts warn
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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pam
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mfa
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cybersecurity
Ahead of World Password Day, experts warn legacy password methods fail as users struggle with complexity and human nature, risking digital security.