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.
Stories by Shannon - Page 4
EU delays AI Act, sparking uncertainty & compliance concerns
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data protection
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
The EU has delayed key provisions of its AI Act, raising concerns over regulatory clarity, compliance burdens, and Europe's competitive edge in AI technology.
Rising costs & AI adoption put SME graduate hiring at risk
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data science
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ai
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smb
Rising costs and AI adoption threaten graduate hiring in UK SMEs, with firms facing nearly GBP £40,000 first-year expenses amid limited government support.
Australia leads global deal growth in tech & marketing sectors
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ai
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management
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it industry
Australia leads global growth in tech and marketing deals, rising 3% amid falling activity in the US and Europe due to AI adoption and private equity interest.
Retailers brace for cyber threats during Black Friday sales rush
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mfa
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Retailers and shoppers brace for rising cyber threats as Black Friday and Cyber Monday prompt a surge in online transactions and security vulnerabilities.
Westcon-Comstor gains exclusive rights to Fortanix in New Zealand
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Westcon-Comstor has secured exclusive rights to distribute Fortanix’s security solutions in New Zealand, enhancing data protection for enterprises amid digital shifts.
Enterprise security to be reshaped by AI, cloud & automation
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dr
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devops
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hybrid cloud
Enterprise security faces major changes in 2026 as AI, hybrid cloud, and automation reshape risk management and resilience strategies worldwide.
Spending soars as firms & shoppers adapt to festive pressures
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e-commerce
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spend management
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gen z
Firms and consumers boost spending by up to 30% during Black Friday and Christmas, prompting brands to sharpen omnichannel and spend management strategies.
Rising software vulnerabilities strain security teams & budgets
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Nearly half of UK and APAC organisations report rising software vulnerabilities are straining security teams, causing burnout, delays, and regulatory fines.
Outdated NHS technology blamed for burnout & patient safety risks
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digital transformation
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casb
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ai
A survey reveals 93% of UK clinicians blame outdated NHS technology for burnout, with 23% citing daily risks to patient safety and care delays.
Shoppers warned of rising online scams as Black Friday nears
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
UK shoppers warned to stay vigilant against rising online scams as Black Friday spending nears USD $80 billion amid surging fraud risks.
Informatica named leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for metadata
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devops
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apm
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ai
Informatica has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Metadata Management, recognised for its AI-powered cloud platform and multi-cloud data governance.
AI audit tools set to cut 14% overpayment in expense claims
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risk & compliance
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ai
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expense management
AI audit tools could reduce the 14% overspend on employee expense claims, saving firms time and money by detecting non-compliance and fraud with 97% accuracy.
Budget 2026 proposals prompt concerns from tech & construction
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partner programmes
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productivity
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recruitment
UK Budget 2026 sparks concern in tech and construction over investment, tax changes, and public spending’s impact on growth and business confidence.
Black Friday fraud spikes, testing retailers’ defences & sales
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cx
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
Online fraud attempts nearly quintupled on Black Friday, forcing retailers to tighten checks and risking cart abandonment during peak sales season.
UK expense claims face slow approvals & vague submissions
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risk & compliance
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
UK finance teams face slow expense claim approvals and vague submissions, with 27% taking over a month and GBP £60 million in claims analysed.
UK retailers overconfident in cyber security as risks escalate
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
Despite 84% confidence in cyber defences, 1 in 5 UK retailers admit they can’t prevent attacks as risks rise, causing major operational disruptions.
UK pay transparency lags as HR faces pressure from staff demands
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hcm
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labour party
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market competition
Nearly half of UK HR professionals say their firms lag in pay transparency amid rising staff demands for clear salary information and fair pay.
LeapSpace launches to advance trusted AI-driven scientific research
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genai
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data privacy
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ai
Elsevier launches LeapSpace, an AI-driven platform offering transparent analysis of 100m+ peer-reviewed articles to boost trusted scientific research.
Cloudflare outage raises alarm over centralised internet risks
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
A Cloudflare outage highlights risks of centralised internet infrastructure, sparking calls for multi-layered strategies to prevent widespread disruption.
Public sector digital progress hindered by skills & strategy gaps
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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ai
Over half of public sector workers have digital tools but underskill and lack strategy hinder progress towards 2027 digital goals.