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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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eCommerce faces cybercrime losses of GBP £2.02m per hour
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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advanced persistent threat protection
Research from Cequence Security warns eCommerce firms could lose GBP £2.02 million per hour to cybercrime during December's holiday shopping season.
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Post-quantum cryptography gains traction across sectors
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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iot security
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quantum computing
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supply chain & logistics
Keyfactor foresees a pivotal shift in data security practices by 2025, driven by quantum computing advances and the adoption of post-quantum cryptography.
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AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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data protection
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mfa
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risk & compliance
By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.
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Cloudbrink CEO discusses future of remote work & AI tech
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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network infrastructure
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casb
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sase
Cloudbrink's CEO Prakash Mana predicts the work-from-anywhere trend will persist through 2025, driven by Gen Z and advancements in AI and connectivity.
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Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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malware
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data protection
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phishing
Kaspersky's latest report reveals a 14% rise in daily malware detection, with 467,000 malicious files identified each day in 2024.
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AI's dual role in reshaping cybersecurity strategies 2024
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving as AI transforms both threats and defences, with increasing challenges expected in 2025, warns Meta1st CEO.
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Sinch predicts AI & human synergy in customer service 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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email security
Sinch predicts a transformation in digital customer communications by 2025, emphasising AI's role alongside human agents in enhancing engagement.
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Australians embrace AI chatbots for holiday shopping
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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ai
Research reveals that nearly a third of Australian consumers now prefer AI chatbots for holiday shopping, embracing the tech across all age groups.
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APAC enterprises to prioritise AI ROI by 2025, says report
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
A new report indicates that over half of Asia-Pacific enterprises expect to optimise AI investments for better long-term ROI by 2025, moving beyond initial trials.
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Survey reveals underrepresentation of women in tech sector
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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isaca
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gender diversity
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equality
A recent ISACA survey reveals only 41% of businesses focus on hiring women in technology, despite 87% of IT professionals acknowledging a gender diversity gap.
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Forrester report identifies key mobile banking features by 2027
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Forrester's new report highlights essential mobile banking features by 2027, emphasising fraud management and security as top priorities for customer trust.
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Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As the festive season approaches, experts warn of rising cyber threats, urging organisations and individuals to strengthen their digital defences during this vulnerable period.
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EY study shows Microsoft 365 Copilot boosts inclusivity
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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genai
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ai
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agentic ai
A recent EY study reveals that Microsoft 365 Copilot significantly enhances workplace inclusivity for disabled and neurodivergent employees.
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DeepL report reveals AI's transformative role in law
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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legal tech
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communication
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data security
A new report by DeepL reveals that 87% of legal professionals find AI tools enhance their work, marking a significant shift in the legal sector.
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Tradebyte predicts challenges & strategies for 2025
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Tradebyte forecasts a dynamic future for eCommerce in 2025, highlighting challenges from potential U.S. protectionism and the need for European brands to adapt.
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UK businesses unprepared for 2027 PSTN network switch
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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migration
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iot
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partner programmes
UK firms are unprepared for the PSTN-to-all-IP switch, risking disruptions in key systems as the 2027 deadline looms, warns Zen Internet research.
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Survey reveals UK firms unprepared for 2025 skill demands
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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genai
A new survey reveals only 25% of employees have access to crucial new technology, signalling UK companies' unpreparedness for the challenges of 2025.
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Over 12 million Brits to explore AI skills by 2025
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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edutech
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
A survey shows over 12 million UK consumers aim to learn about AI by 2025, reflecting a significant shift toward understanding this transformative technology.
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Christmas shopping hit by AI-enhanced scalping bots
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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breach prevention
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ecommerce
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cybersecurity
A study by Imperva reveals that 71% of UK consumers face challenges securing Christmas gifts due to scalping bots inflating prices by over 105%.
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Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.