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 8
AI-powered cyberattacks & talent shortages raise security risks
Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
AI-driven cyberattacks and a shortage of skilled talent are set to escalate security risks, forcing UK businesses to boost defences and crisis readiness in 2024.
Most SAP users plan AI but remain cautious on real benefits
Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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ai
Nearly 90% of SAP users in the UK and Ireland plan to deploy AI, yet 74% remain sceptical about its real-world benefits, a new survey finds.
CFOs prioritise data access as overwork undermines decisions
Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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inflation
Almost all UK and Ireland CFOs work evenings or weekends, with 25% prioritising timely data access over inflation and cybersecurity concerns.
Scotland urged to seize AI opportunity & build global tech hub
Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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ai
Scotland must harness its renewable energy and data centres to become a global AI hub, driving economic growth and innovation, experts urge.
Investment scams top UK search trends as over 2 million fall victim
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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cybersecurity
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online fraud
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money laundering
Investment scams top UK search trends with over 2 million victims in 2025, revealing a surge in fraud involving cryptocurrency and real estate schemes.
Pwn2Own event uncovers 73 zero-days with USD $1 million in prizes
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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iot
Seventy-three zero-day vulnerabilities were uncovered at Pwn2Own, with winners sharing USD $1 million in prizes for exposing critical cyber flaws.
CTOs & CDOs drive AI strategy as UK firms eye rapid returns
Sat, 25th Oct 2025
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hcm
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partner programmes
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ai
UK firms are boosting AI spending with CTOs and CDOs leading strategy, expecting returns within two years despite workforce and legacy system challenges.
NCSC warns of China threat as major UK cyber-attacks surge 50%
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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storage
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
The National Cyber Security Centre warns China among top cyber threats as UK sees a 50% rise in major cyber-attacks, with serious incidents nearly every two days.
A fifth of UK workers content to stay put, shunning promotions
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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careers
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employment
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adp
Nearly one fifth of UK workers are content in their current roles and not seeking promotions, prioritising job satisfaction over career advancement, new research shows.
TCS to create 5,000 UK jobs with new AI Zone & studio in London
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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engineering
Tata Consultancy Services will create 5,000 UK jobs and open a new AI Experience Zone and Design Studio in London, boosting innovation and skills.
Ekco boosts UK presence with Solsoft acquisition for SME growth
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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cybersecurity
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it services
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smb
Ekco expands its UK footprint by acquiring Solsoft, a Bristol-based MSP, to enhance services for SMEs across multiple industries and grow its workforce.
Most UK mid-sized firms plan finance software switch soon
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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data analytics
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financial systems
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bi
A survey reveals 93% of UK and Ireland mid-sized firms plan to switch finance software soon, seeking balance between cost, complexity and functionality.
UK & Ireland consumers embrace AI assistants, trust grows with use
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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cx
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martech
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data privacy
Nearly three-quarters of UK and Ireland consumers now trust AI assistants, with 79% confident chatbots provide reliable help, says IBM study.
UK enterprises boost AI investment but demand outpaces funding
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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ai
Over half of UK enterprises plan to increase AI investment in 2025, yet 41% say funding still falls short of rising customer demand for AI solutions.
Zero Networks & Exclusive Networks target UK with zero trust
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Zero Networks partners with Exclusive Networks to boost zero trust security across the UK and Europe, focusing on rapid adoption and channel partner support.
Most UK & Irish CFOs regret costly ERP systems adoption
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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erp
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market competition
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ux
Most UK and Irish CFOs regret adopting costly ERP systems, citing spiralling expenses, stressful rollouts, and underused features, says new research.
Channel businesses urged to use AI wisely in ESG strategies
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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uc
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partner programmes
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power / energy
Channel businesses are urged to adopt AI thoughtfully in ESG strategies, balancing innovation with sustainability concerns, says Nebula Global Services report.
Jamf partners with Exclusive Networks to boost Apple security in UK
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
Jamf teams up with Exclusive Networks to expand Apple device security solutions across the UK and Ireland, meeting rising workplace demand for secure Apple environments.
Advise enters UK with EUR €1.8 million boost & new hires
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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genai
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ai
Advise expands into the UK with EUR €1.8 million funding and ten new hires, aiming to double revenue by 2026 using its AI-powered data platform.
HSBC Innovation Banking launches in Australia for tech scale-ups
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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hsbc
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ict sector
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insurtech
HSBC Innovation Banking has launched in Australia to support venture-backed tech scale-ups with tailored finance and global network access.