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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Report reveals a 23% rise in global ad fraud schemes
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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genai
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ai
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fraud
APAC's ad market is set to grow 8.5% to USD $289 billion in 2024, amid rising AI-driven ad fraud and evolving media quality trends.
Study reveals 45% of passwords crackable within a minute
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
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personal computing devices
A Kaspersky study reveals over 87 million online passwords can be guessed within one minute, exposing a severe vulnerability.
UK sees sharp rise in email & text online scams since 2022
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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email security
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email
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scams
A new study reveals a rise in scam emails and texts since 2022, with Brits receiving 240 annually, costing over GBP £500 million in H1 2023.
Cambridge & SAS collaborate to accelerate healthcare innovation
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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ai
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healthtech
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cleantech
The University of Cambridge's Maxwell Centre and SAS have launched the SAS Advanced Analytics Hub to propel healthcare innovation using advanced analytics and AI.
Managing digital risks: essential practices for modern businesses
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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it training
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
As organisations increasingly depend on digital technologies, Digital Risk Management has become crucial, according to a new report.
SMT market to reach USD$16.8 billion by 2034 – FMI
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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uc
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ai
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healthtech
The surface mount technology market is set to soar, driven by advances in electronics, healthcare, telecom, and automotive sectors.
Industry reax: Ofcom warns social media firms of bans without safety compliance
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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collaboration
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online safety
In a bid for child safety online, Ofcom warns social media platforms they may face user bans for under-18s if new safety regulations are ignored.
Endava expands partnership with Google Cloud across APAC
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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genai
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ai
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healthtech
Endava has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to offer tailored AI, cloud modernisation, and app migration services across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.
AI transforms artistic creation; 40% of artists use new tech
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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genai
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ai
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software
As AI proves its worth in the creative process, 40% of artists now embrace its potential to ease workflows and explore new artistic frontiers.
Survey shows UK remote workers face high productivity anxiety
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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wfh
A survey by Workhuman reveals that 61% of UK employees are more productive remotely, yet nearly two-thirds suffer from productivity anxiety.
Report highlights AI & cybersecurity as top NZ priorities in 2024
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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data privacy
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ai
New Zealand's tech landscape faces a pivotal year ahead, with AI and cybersecurity taking priority in 2024, as detailed by TUANZ in their latest report.
Cequence & Singularity Tech forge API security partnership
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Cequence partners with Singularity Tech to enhance API security in Australia and New Zealand, tackling API sprawl and compliance challenges in regulated sectors.
Sevco Security forms partnership with GuidePoint Security
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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cybersecurity
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visibility
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remediation
Sevco Security and GuidePoint Security have inked a strategic partnership to enhance IT network security with Sevco's Asset Intelligence Platform.
Aotearoa launches first AI impact survey on productivity
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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edutech
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ai
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productivity
New Zealand will measure AI's impact on productivity via quarterly surveys by AI Forum NZ, Te Herenga Waka Victoria University, and Callaghan Innovation.
Netsafe ramps up NZ's scam defences with new AI tools
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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uc
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blockchain
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chorus
Netsafe relaunches Re:Scam.org with advanced AI to combat scammers, as NZ's annual scam costs hit NZD $2 billion.
IRONSCALES launches GPT-powered phishing simulation tool
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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it training
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email security
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genai
IRONSCALES has launched its GPT-powered Phishing Simulation Testing tool to enhance employee cybersecurity training.
Industry reactions to Apple Intelligence debut at WWDC
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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private cloud
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martech
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cdp
At WWDC, Apple unveiled Apple Intelligence, enhancing Siri with deeper AI integration for personalised user interaction.
AI investment surges among European startups despite challenges
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Report reveals 68% of European tech startups are leveraging AI, with investments in emerging technologies like ML and 5G shaping the future landscape.
AI-generated code surge may increase software flaw risk
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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devops
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supply chain
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apm
Harness raises alarm over increased developer toil and security risks from AI-generated code, as 90% of developers adopt AI tools to speed up software delivery.
UK's outdated tech hampers business progress – report
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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business continuity
A new NTT DATA report reveals 80% of global organisations struggle with outdated tech, with UK firms particularly hampered by legacy infrastructure.