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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Trend Micro warns of AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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email security
Trend Micro's 2025 predictions report warns of AI-driven cyber threats, highlighting risks from digital twins and deepfake technologies that could enable identity fraud.
Australian small firms risk exposure amid cyber threats
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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cyber threats
A new report reveals that 91% of Australian small businesses neglect essential insurance, exposing them to cybercrime costing $300 million annually.
Cognizant & Zscaler expand partnership for AI security
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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casb
Cognizant and Zscaler have strengthened their partnership to deliver an AI-enabled zero trust cloud security platform, enhancing enterprise cybersecurity.
Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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ai security
Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.
AI use in Aussie workplaces rises, boosting productivity
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ai
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freshworks
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work-life balance
New research reveals that daily AI use among Australian employees has surged from 18% to 27%, aiding productivity but highlighting slow adoption challenges.
Exabeam forecasts AI to transform APAC cybersecurity by 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Exabeam predicts that by 2025, AI will significantly shift the cybersecurity landscape in APAC, making malware creation and deepfakes more accessible to attackers.
Tray.ai unveils Merlin Agent Builder for AI deployment
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saas
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ai agents
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data governance
Tray.ai has launched Merlin Agent Builder, a platform aimed at simplifying AI agent development for enterprises facing significant technology challenges.
Australian HR professionals optimistic about AI benefits
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it training
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hcm
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ai
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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firewalls
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phishing
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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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
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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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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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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.
Post-quantum cryptography gains traction across sectors
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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.
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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risk & compliance
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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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.
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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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.
Sinch predicts AI & human synergy in customer service 2025
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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.