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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RELEX Solutions unveils AI CO2 tool to aid retail sustainability
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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ai
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cleantech
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sustainability
RELEX Solutions has unveiled an AI-driven CO2 Analytics tool to help firms track and report CO2 emissions from purchased goods, aligning with new regulations.
Westcon-Comstor partners with Extreme Networks for EMEA stadiums
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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cloud services
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extreme networks
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westcon-comstor
Westcon-Comstor partners with Extreme Networks to elevate fan experiences in EMEA stadiums, offering high-speed Wi-Fi, cashless transactions, and real-time sports betting.
Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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ai
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digital strategy
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skills gap
AI-generated misinformation is sparking regulatory calls in the UK, as satirical deepfakes and digital policy gaps threaten democracy and tech leadership.
Quantum computing faces hype & hurdles, EY & Oxford caution
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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quantum computing
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cleantech
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sustainability
A whitepaper by EY and the University of Oxford’s RTI highlights the transformative potential of quantum computing while urging responsible innovation and risk mitigation.
Firetrace report warns of fire risk in renewable projects
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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storage
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hyperscale
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power / energy
A new report highlights significant fire risks in co-located renewable energy projects, stressing the under-protection of solar and wind components despite advances in battery safety.
Amazon expands generative AI listing tools for European sellers
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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genai
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ai
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amazon
Amazon expands its generative AI listing tools across Europe, aiding SMEs in creating and enriching product listings, with early adoption showing significant benefits.
Doctors urged to tackle rising cyber threats in healthcare
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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healthtech
As cyber attacks surge, doctors warn clinics to protect operations, with some even considering a return to paper records.
Spot by NetApp achieves FinOps certification & unveils updates
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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finops
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edge ai
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cloud services
Spot by NetApp earns FinOps Certified Platform status while launching Cost Intelligence and Billing Engine, enhancing cloud financial management for businesses.
Directo launches AUD$3 million capital raise to boost growth
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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crm
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erp
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ai
Melbourne-based Directo has launched a $3 million capital raise to boost its growth, having onboarded 54% of Australian pharmacies and doubled its revenue.
Cyber threats surge during Australia's EOFY tax season
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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mfa
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phishing
As Australia's EOFY approaches, businesses and individuals rush to complete tax tasks, opening the door for heightened cyber threats.
Dataglobal & SoSafe partner to enhance email security
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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it training
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
dataglobal and SoSafe partner to enhance email security; their combined expertise aims to counter the rising threat of social engineering.
Open Banking in Australia sees rapid growth in consumer adoption
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
The fourth edition of FinTech Australia's Open Banking Ecosystem Map shows a 165% rise in Consumer Data Right adoption, supported by Mastercard.
Medallia named strong performer in Forrester Wave report
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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cx
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martech
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ai
Medallia named a Strong Performer for Customer Analytics Technologies, spotlighting its advanced AI, real-time data processing, and text analytics.
IT firms face AI skills shortage, reassess cloud strategies
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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private cloud
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genai
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ai
UK firms increasingly depend on external IT service providers to bridge AI skills gaps, as only 5% see significant AI/GenAI impact.
CFOs strengthen role in IT budget decisions amidst rising costs
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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data analytics
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erp
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ai
CFOs now play a key role in tech decisions as IT costs surge, with 72% setting budget levels and 41% making crucial tech choices.
BT Group strengthens partnership with ServiceNow to boost AI services
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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cx
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martech
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hcm
BT Group has expanded its strategic partnership with ServiceNow to enhance customer and employee experiences across all units.
Semperis secures USD $125m funding, appoints new executives
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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ransomware
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cfo
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cyber attacks
Semperis secures USD $125m funding from J. P. Morgan and Hercules Capital, bolstering its executive team with three new hires to drive global growth and innovation.
Vertiv, Ballard partner on hydrogen fuel cells for data centres
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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ai
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vertiv
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hydrogen
Vertiv and Ballard Power Systems have entered a partnership to develop hydrogen fuel cell solutions for data centre backup power.
NCC Group reports 665% surge in LockBit ransomware attacks
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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ransomware
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threat intelligence
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ncc group
LockBit ransomware group sees a 665% surge, recording 176 attacks in May 2024, leading a spike in global ransomware activity, reports NCC Group.
One-third of UK businesses hit by invoice fraud in past year
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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procurement
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spend management
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isg
Nearly a third of UK businesses fell victim to invoice fraud in the past year, with only 39% preventing fraudulent payments.