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.
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Australian HR professionals optimistic about AI benefits
Today
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ai
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productivity
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data security
Research from the Australian HR Institute reveals that 86% of HR professionals expect AI to boost productivity, despite concerns over data security.
UK Christmas shopping shifts towards subscription gifts
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shopping
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christmas
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subscriptions
As Christmas approaches, 29% of UK shoppers are opting for subscription gifts over traditional presents, blending modern convenience with festive spirit.
WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
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malware
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phishing
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genai
WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead
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encryption
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iot
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quantum computing
Cybersecurity experts warn of rising threats, predicting a NotPetya-like incident due to AI, quantum advancements, and increased geopolitical tensions.
CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
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ransomware
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phishing
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cybersecurity
CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
Cybersecurity in 2025: Rise of non-human identities
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
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security breaches
Entro Security and YL Ventures predict a 2025 cybersecurity landscape dominated by non-human identities, with their proliferation posing new security challenges.
eCommerce faces cybercrime losses of GBP £2.02m per hour
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cybersecurity
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online fraud
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cyber threats
Research from Cequence Security warns eCommerce firms could lose GBP £2.02 million per hour to cybercrime during December's holiday shopping season.
Post-quantum cryptography gains traction across sectors
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iot security
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quantum computing
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critical infrastructure
Keyfactor foresees a pivotal shift in data security practices by 2025, driven by quantum computing advances and the adoption of post-quantum cryptography.
AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert
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data protection
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mfa
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ai
By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.
Cloudbrink CEO discusses future of remote work & AI tech
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network infrastructure
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sase
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gen z
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.
Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 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.
AI's dual role in reshaping cybersecurity strategies 2024
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iot security
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physical security
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quantum computing
The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving as AI transforms both threats and defences, with increasing challenges expected in 2025, warns Meta1st CEO.
Australians embrace AI chatbots for holiday shopping
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cx
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ai
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online shopping
Research reveals that nearly a third of Australian consumers now prefer AI chatbots for holiday shopping, embracing the tech across all age groups.
APAC enterprises to prioritise AI ROI by 2025, says report
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digital transformation
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cx
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ai
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.
Survey reveals underrepresentation of women in tech sector
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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.
Forrester report identifies key mobile banking features by 2027
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fintech
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millennials
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customer engagement
Forrester's new report highlights essential mobile banking features by 2027, emphasising fraud management and security as top priorities for customer trust.
Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn
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phishing
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cybersecurity
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online 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.
EY study shows Microsoft 365 Copilot boosts inclusivity
2 days ago
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genai
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ai
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ai agents
A recent EY study reveals that Microsoft 365 Copilot significantly enhances workplace inclusivity for disabled and neurodivergent employees.
DeepL report reveals AI's transformative role in law
2 days ago
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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.
Tradebyte predicts challenges & strategies for 2025
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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.