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 50
UK considers social media ban for under-16s amid debate
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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data privacy
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social media
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safety
The UK Government is considering a ban on social media for under-16s, prompting wide debate on online safety and regulatory measures as new laws approach.
Sensay CEO urges user-friendly approach to boost AI uptake
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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ai
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productivity
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it department
Dan Thomson, CEO of Sensay, claims the low use of AI tools stems from their complexity, urging businesses to enhance user-friendliness to boost adoption.
Flexera survey reveals AI reshaping IT leaders' priorities
Sat, 16th Nov 2024
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saas
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Flexera's latest survey reveals that 42% of IT leaders view AI as crucial for transformation, despite concerns over overspending in tech budgets.
Nearly half of AI marketing efforts fail to meet goals
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
New research reveals that while 73% of companies have adopted AI in marketing, only 52% are achieving expected business value, posing significant challenges.
Study shows AI in software testing yet to boost efficiency
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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devops
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apm
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genai
A study by Rainforest QA reveals 81% of developers use generative AI in testing, but productivity gains remain elusive amid traditional open-source challenges.
AI integration to redefine Australian business by 2025
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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cx
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martech
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ai
Zetaris forecasts 2025 as the year of 'Automation of Everything', urging Australian businesses to rethink strategies amid rising geopolitical uncertainties.
AI boosts job satisfaction & career growth, survey reveals
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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partner programmes
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ai
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unisys
A survey by Unisys reveals that over 70% of workers in Australia, the US, UK, and Germany say AI has enhanced their job satisfaction and career growth.
Australian employers prioritise basic over advanced digital skills
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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ai
A new Indeed analysis reveals that 11.6% of Australian job postings prioritise basic digital skills, overshadowing AI expertise at just 2.2%.
Aflac wins 2024 CSO award for innovative security project
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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cx
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
Aflac has been awarded the 2024 CSO Award for its innovative Quackcess Granted authentication initiative, enhancing security and customer experience.
GMI Cloud secures USD $82M to expand AI infrastructure
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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ai
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nvidia
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ml
GMI Cloud has secured USD $82 million in Series A funding to enhance its cloud infrastructure and establish a new data centre in the US.
Study shows 77% of firms replace tech based on age, not use
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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e-waste & recycling
A new study reveals 77% of firms in the US and UK replace technology purely based on age, leading to unnecessary costs and e-waste concerns.
New study calls for a human-first approach in AI workplaces
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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uc
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digital transformation
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data science
A new study by Unit4 advocates a human-first strategy for creating AI-driven workplaces, highlighting the need for cultural shifts and expert roles.
Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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cloud security
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supply chain
A new OpenText survey reveals 62% of firms faced ransomware attacks via software supply chains, with 93% fearing increased threats from AI-driven phishing.
Report reveals tech readiness gap in organisational goals
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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data privacy
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ai
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api management
A new report reveals a significant mismatch between technological aspirations and organisational readiness, emphasising urgent action needed across industries.
Dropbox introduces AI tool Dash for Business in Australia
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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storage
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ai
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dropbox
Dropbox has launched Dash for Business in Australia, an AI-driven search tool designed to enhance workflow and streamline access to scattered company files.
AI's role in cybersecurity: balancing power & risks
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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data protection
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genai
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llms
A Swimlane report reveals AI's rapid adoption outpaces organisations' data security measures, with 74% fearing misinformation as a growing threat.
Newgen Software reports 23% rise in Q2 revenues to INR 361 Cr
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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ecm
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martech
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supply chain
Newgen Software has announced robust Q2 results for fiscal 2025, with revenues up 23% to INR 361 crore and profits surging 47% to INR 70 crore.
Banked acquires Waave to expand Pay by Bank in Australia
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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nab
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waave
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banked
Banked has acquired Australian payment technology firm Waave to enhance its Pay by Bank presence, partnering with Chemist Warehouse for seamless transactions.
WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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phishing
WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.
Study reveals top mobile operators for sustainability 2024
Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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uc
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network infrastructure
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supply chain
A new study by Juniper Research identifies KDDI, Deutsche Telekom, and Verizon as leaders in sustainable practices among global mobile network operators.