About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 28
Ransomware repeat attacks linked to fragmented security tools
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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encryption
Research shows 31% of ransomware victims endured multiple attacks due to fragmented, ineffective security tools, risking severe financial and reputational damage.
AI-driven phishing & quishing attacks surge in Netcraft report
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
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llms
Netcraft reports a surge in AI-driven phishing, quishing, and brand impersonation attacks, pushing firms to boost cyber defences before 2025.
Pentera unveils AI web attack testing to boost cyber defences
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
Pentera has launched AI-powered Web Attack Testing to help organisations better simulate cyber threats and enhance defences against evolving AI-driven attacks.
Palo Alto upgrades Cortex Cloud to tackle AI-driven code risks
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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devops
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks has enhanced Cortex Cloud with a new module to prevent AI-generated code risks, boosting security for faster, safer software development.
Security budgets see slowest growth in five years, report finds
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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it budget
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inflation
Security budget growth slows to 4% in 2025, the lowest in five years, amid economic volatility and staffing challenges, says IANS Research report.
NetDocuments unveils AI-powered DMS features for legal teams
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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document management
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ecm
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martech
NetDocuments launches AI-powered features in its cloud DMS for legal teams, enhancing document editing, metadata profiling, and workflow automation within Microsoft Word.
DXC launches new SAP practice in Japan to drive transformation
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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cartech
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ai
DXC has launched a new SAP practice in Japan, led by Takehiro Nagatsuka, to help firms meet the 2027 SAP S/4HANA transition deadline and boost digital growth.
Amplitude named leader in digital analytics by Forrester report
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Amplitude leads in digital analytics, topping Forrester's Q3 2025 report for ease of use, AI innovation, and customer satisfaction.
8x8 reports surge in AI-powered CX adoption & unveils new tools
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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uc
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devops
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digital transformation
8x8 reports a 150% rise in AI-powered customer interactions and unveils new tools enhancing CX with AI-driven insights and secure payment options.
Onix acquires UJET unit to boost AI customer solutions on Google Cloud
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Onix has acquired UJET's professional services unit to enhance AI-driven customer engagement solutions on Google Cloud across multiple industries.
Rising cyber threats fuel surge in malicious domain activity in Q2
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
DNSFilter's Q2 report reveals a surge in malicious domain activity, with island nation domains and new registrations increasingly exploited by cybercriminals.
Tracebit finds major vulnerability in Google Gemini CLI tool
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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virtualisation
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cybersecurity
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software development
Tracebit uncovered a serious flaw in Google's Gemini CLI tool allowing silent credential theft via unauthorised code execution, prompting a swift patch release.
Red Hat unveils upgrades for partner autonomy & growth
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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virtualisation
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partner programmes
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open source
Red Hat launches updates to its global partner programme, enhancing autonomy, growth paths, and customer support with new tools and incentives.
Trend Micro & Google Cloud expand alliance for AI security
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Trend Micro and Google Cloud have expanded their alliance to enhance enterprise AI security and combat online scams across multi-cloud environments.
CelcomDigi launches new AI cyber security suite for enterprises
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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ddos
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devops
CelcomDigi unveils AI-driven cyber security suite to help Malaysian enterprises tackle rising digital threats with real-time detection and response services.
ServiceNow launches agentic AI management amid spending decline
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
ServiceNow launches agentic AI management in Asia Pacific as AI spending dips, aiming to better integrate human workers and AI agents for improved business outcomes.
Cyberattacks reshape modern conflict & highlight resilience needs
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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ransomware
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software updates
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cyber attacks
Recent cyberattacks on infrastructure and healthcare reveal a new digital battleground, prompting global efforts to strengthen cyber resilience and defence.
Group-IB unveils Fraud Matrix 2.0 to boost anti-fraud efforts
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Group-IB launches Fraud Matrix 2.0, an upgraded tool enhancing fraud detection and response with real-time insights, actor profiles, and sector-specific analysis.
NEXTDC invests USD $200m in Sunshine Coast AI data centre
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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fintech
NEXTDC plans a USD $200m AI-optimised data centre, SC2, on Sunshine Coast, boosting Queensland as a key digital and innovation hub.
Accenture acquires Aristal to boost Southeast Asia banking tech
Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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ai
Accenture has acquired Malaysia-based Aristal to enhance its banking tech expertise and expand financial services across Southeast Asia.