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
UK firms face rising cyber threats despite record investment
Yesterday
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malware
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ransomware
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digital transformation
Despite record cybersecurity investment, 80% of UK firms faced cyber incidents last year, with 34% reporting increased breaches, reveals Logicalis UKI's 2025 CIO Report.
Red Canary deploys AI agents to slash security investigation times
Yesterday
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siem
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Red Canary launches AI agents that cut security investigation times by 90%, automating tier 2 tasks with expert-level speed and accuracy.
Asia Pacific enterprises shift to genAI spend amid AI cloud push
Yesterday
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saas
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data protection
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data analytics
Asia Pacific firms are shifting AI budgets towards generative AI, focusing on boosting productivity and customer experience amid a move to AI-native cloud strategies.
Salesforce industry cloud flaws put sensitive data at global risk
Yesterday
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data protection
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cloud security
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risk & compliance
Security flaws in Salesforce industry clouds risk exposing sensitive data worldwide, with over 20 issues found affecting thousands of organisations' information.
Thales launches real-time file activity monitoring with AI help
Yesterday
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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encryption
Thales launches File Activity Monitoring with AI to track unstructured data in real time, enhancing security and compliance across hybrid and multicloud environments.
Ciena report highlights rising wave service demand & cable growth
Yesterday
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
Ciena's report reveals rising demand for wave services and a record 161,100 km of submarine cables ready in 2025, driven by AI, cloud, and data centre growth.
CloudTech raises AUD $14 million to launch digital asset custody
Yesterday
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encryption
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fintech
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risk & compliance
CloudTech Group raises AUD $14 million, largely in Bitcoin and USDT, to launch institutional digital asset custody and expand its blockchain platform.
SMBs overestimate cyber readiness as tools & AI uptake lag
Yesterday
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pam
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
A global survey reveals 71% of SMBs feel cyber ready, yet only 22% use advanced defences, exposing a risky gap in actual security measures worldwide.
Electricity Authority seeks tech views for digital power future
Yesterday
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smart grids
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digitalisation
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energy sector
The Electricity Authority invites tech sector input on data and digital tools to shape a smarter, more efficient electricity system in New Zealand's future.
Kao Data campaign celebrates women shaping digital infrastructure
3 days ago
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hyperscale
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dei
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dc
Kao Data’s new campaign, Critical Careers, celebrates the vital contributions of women shaping the rapidly growing global digital infrastructure sector.
Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass, smarter features & redesign
3 days ago
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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data privacy
Apple unveils iOS 26 with a Liquid Glass design, smarter Apple Intelligence, and updates to CarPlay, Wallet, Messages, and core apps. Free from iPhone 11.
Pax8 expands cybersecurity offerings with Check Point suite
3 days ago
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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endpoint protection
Pax8 is broadening its cybersecurity offerings by adding Check Point’s AI-powered security suite to its Marketplace for managed service providers worldwide.
AI system to cut grid connection delays by 80% in US energy push
3 days ago
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storage
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data analytics
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cartech
Southwest Power Pool, Hitachi, and NVIDIA will cut US power grid connection delays by 80% using AI to speed energy planning and infrastructure upgrades.
Cyberattack on major food distributor sparks supply chain fears
3 days ago
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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amazon
A cyberattack on United Natural Foods, a key supplier for Whole Foods, risks widespread disruption to North America’s food supply chains and grocery availability.
Accelex launches Sydney office as APAC private equity hits USD $138 billion
3 days ago
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data analytics
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fintech
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ai
Accelex has opened a Sydney office to tackle data challenges as Asia-Pacific private equity hits USD $138 billion, its second-highest deal volume in a decade.
Cambridge Spark urges C-suite to boost AI knowledge for growth
3 days ago
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partner programmes
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ai
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cto
Cambridge Spark urges all C-suite executives to boost AI knowledge through training, warning that gaps could limit business growth and boardroom decisions.
AI reshaping traditional sectors like insurance & travel
3 days ago
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smartphones
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ai
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samsung
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way sectors operate, and embracing the technology is now essential for unlocking its full potential.
Agentic AI adoption rises in ANZ as firms boost security spend
3 days ago
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malware
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digital transformation
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cloud security
All surveyed ANZ IT security leaders back agentic AI to tackle digital threats, with 36% using it now and 68% expected in two years.
Apptio launches new AI & hybrid IT tools for enterprise ROI
Last week
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saas
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
Apptio launches AI TCO & Usage and Hybrid IT TCO Impact tools to help enterprises boost ROI and manage hybrid cloud and AI investments effectively.
Latent AI & InferQ to deliver real-time AI for Indian forces
Last week
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ai
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edge ai
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cloud services
Latent AI and InferQ have partnered to deliver real-time AI solutions for Indian Defence Forces, enhancing battlefield intelligence and remote operations.