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 44
Christchurch firm Concentrate wins 2024 HubSpot Impact Award
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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ecm
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martech
Christchurch's Concentrate has won HubSpot's 2024 Impact Award for Product Excellence, celebrating its redesign of Chelsea Sugar's website which boosted user engagement.
App marketing trends: Rising ad budgets & KPI targets
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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genai
A new survey by Liftoff and AppsFlyer reveals a 54% rise in aggressive KPI targets for app marketers, with many adapting to changes in ad strategies and budgets.
Robotic Marketer founder addresses workplace gender issues
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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employment
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gender equality
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gender gap
Mellissah Smith, Founder of Robotic Marketer, champions gender equality in workplaces, urging both men and women to actively support female career growth.
LexisNexis completes acquisition of IDVerse for AI solutions
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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risk & compliance
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digital identity
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fraud prevention
LexisNexis Risk Solutions has acquired IDVerse, enhancing its AI-powered risk and fraud solutions to bolster identity verification and onboarding processes.
NetDocuments unveils ndMAX Studio with 12 AI legal apps
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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document management
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ecm
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martech
NetDocuments has unveiled its ndMAX Studio, introducing 12 AI applications designed to boost efficiency and streamline document management for legal professionals.
TechSee unveils Connectivity Guru for Wi-Fi diagnostics
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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smart home
TechSee has unveiled Connectivity Guru, a visual AI solution enhancing Wi-Fi troubleshooting with real-time diagnostics and 3D heatmaps for improved customer support.
FedEx launches tool to streamline global import logistics
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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supply chain
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world trade organisation
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shipping
FedEx has launched its Collaborative Shipping Tool to enhance import processes, improving efficiency and visibility for global customers amid rising import demands.
Schneider Electric tops global sustainability ranking again
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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saas
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power / energy
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ai
Schneider Electric has secured top honours in Canalys' Global Sustainable Ecosystems Leadership Matrix for the second year running, highlighting its sustainability commitments.
Wireless Broadband Alliance releases L4S Wi-Fi guidelines
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
The Wireless Broadband Alliance has unveiled new guidelines for implementing L4S technology in Wi-Fi, aiming to enhance low-latency applications like cloud gaming and VR.
Singapore unveils AI-driven future in 2025 budget plan
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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storage
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martech
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cdp
In a landmark 2025 budget, Singapore aims to enhance its AI-driven economy with major investments in workforce development and sustainable tech, say officials.
Nozomi Networks named leader in CPS protection by Gartner
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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iot security
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, underscoring its prominence in cyber-physical systems security.
Kaspersky blocks over 893 million phishing attempts in 2024
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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malware
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crypto
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blockchain
In 2024, Kaspersky blocked over 893 million phishing attempts, a 26% rise from 2023, as cybercriminals exploited trusted brand names to deceive users.
GoodTake launches AI platform for entertainment industry
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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contract management
GoodTake has launched an innovative AI-powered platform to revolutionise talent sourcing and management in the entertainment sector, streamlining processes for all.
Data analysts see AI as career growth, not a threat
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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edutech
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genai
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ai
Research from Alteryx reveals that while 94% of data analysts see their roles becoming more strategic, 76% still rely on spreadsheets for data tasks.
DeepSeek models spark global regulatory & privacy debates
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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cybersecurity
DeepSeek's new models, V3 and R1, have sparked discussions around security and privacy, leading Tenable to issue an FAQ addressing potential concerns.
Deepfake threat: Only 0.1% can spot AI-generated fakes
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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misinformation
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iproov
Research from iProov reveals a staggering 99.9% of consumers struggle to recognise deepfakes, raising alarms over identity fraud and misinformation.
Palo Alto Networks launches AI-powered Cortex Cloud platform
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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cloud security
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application security
Palo Alto Networks has unveiled its new AI-powered Cortex Cloud platform, enhancing real-time security for cloud environments amid rising cybersecurity threats.
Singapore reports record cyberattacks in Southeast Asia 2024
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky's report reveals Singapore faced over 21 million cyberattacks in 2024, ranking it 8th globally as a source of digital threats in Southeast Asia.
Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.
Kaspersky report reveals disparity in IT security staffing
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
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smb
Kaspersky's 2024 report reveals stark contrasts in IT security staffing, with SMBs employing 33% security personnel versus 22% in larger firms, highlighting resource challenges.