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 23
Corporate treasurers set to drive value creation & growth by 2030
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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pd
Corporate treasurers are transforming from back-office roles to strategic partners, driving value creation and growth by 2030, says EY's global report.
Norton rolls out AI deepfake scam protection for Intel PCs
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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mdm
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ai
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cybersecurity
Norton launches AI deepfake scam detection on Intel Core Ultra PCs, offering real-time, on-device protection for Norton 360 users in key English-speaking countries.
AI reshapes workplace learning as L&D budgets & metrics evolve
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hcm
AI is transforming workplace learning as businesses across the US, UK, Australia, and New Zealand boost L&D budgets and adopt data-driven metrics.
Gen Z & Millennials turn to AI for shopping advice over search
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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martech
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llms
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ai
A global survey reveals 33% of Gen Z and 26% of Millennials prefer AI platforms over search engines for shopping advice, signalling a shift in consumer habits.
New Zealand job ads stabilise as spring brings early recruitment surge
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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agricultural technology
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job seekers
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mbie
Job ads in New Zealand rose 0.6% in July, marking a spring recruitment surge as tourism and IT sectors prepare for a busy summer season.
EU Data Act reshapes business landscape with new data rights
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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hybrid cloud
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iot
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ai
The EU Data Act, now in force, transforms data rights, demanding transparency and accountability from businesses while unlocking new AI and cloud opportunities.
Education sector improves against ransomware but IT staff suffer
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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edutech
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ransomware
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encryption
Education institutions have improved ransomware defences and reduced costs, but IT staff face high anxiety and burnout amid growing AI-driven cyber threats.
Axios-driven phishing soars 241% as attackers bypass defences
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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mfa
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Phishing attacks using the Axios user agent surged 241% by August 2025, bypassing defences with Microsoft Direct Send to steal credentials at high rates.
Tech Mahindra named emerging leader in generative AI by Gartner
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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genai
Tech Mahindra has been named an Emerging Leader in Gartner's Emerging Market Quadrant for Generative AI consulting and implementation services.
Gen Z urges workplaces to adopt visual & AI-first tools
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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casb
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ai
Gen Z professionals urge UK workplaces to adopt visual, AI-powered collaboration tools, citing improved creativity and communication efficiency.
Contentstack launches Agent OS for adaptive brand experiences
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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ecm
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cx
Contentstack launches Agent OS, an AI-driven platform enabling brands to deliver real-time, personalised digital experiences tailored to individual customer context.
AI use in finance surges as leaders focus on resilience & risk
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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partner programmes
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supply chain
AI use in finance has surged to 72%, with CFOs leveraging it for resilience, risk management, and navigating tariff-driven economic challenges.
Organisations rethink mobile app security amid rising breaches
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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mdm
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Despite 93% confidence in defences, 62% of organisations faced mobile app breaches last year, prompting a shift towards proactive security in development.
NetApp named leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for storage
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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storage
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virtualisation
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cx
NetApp has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Storage Platforms, highlighting its innovative and reliable data solutions.
Senior marketers still trust intuition despite AI & data surge
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Despite heavy investment in business intelligence, nearly two-thirds of senior marketers still rely on intuition for key decisions, says Qualtrics research.
UAE tops world ranking for tech dependency & daily screen use
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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digital entertainment
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instagram
The UAE ranks as the world's most tech-dependent nation, with residents spending nearly 8 hours daily on digital devices and universal internet access.
Over half of firms lack clear AI policy as risks mount, survey finds
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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ai
Over half of firms lack formal AI policies, risking data breaches and legal issues as many employees already use AI tools without clear guidance.
CMO roles in Fortune 500 decline as B2B firms lead the shift
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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partner programmes
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power / energy
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marketing
CMO roles in Fortune 500 firms have fallen from 63% to 58%, with B2B companies leading a decline in marketing leadership amid economic uncertainty.
Developers save 7.3 hours weekly with AI, but many companies lag behind
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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devops
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apm
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genai
Developers save 7.3 hours weekly using AI tools, but company investment in upskilling and formal AI training significantly lags behind, survey reveals.
Industrial AI in manufacturing to hit USD $153.9 billion by 2030
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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supply chain
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ai
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data management
The industrial AI market is set to soar to USD $153.9 billion by 2030, as manufacturers ramp up investments and CEO-level strategies drive adoption.