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.
Stories by Shannon - Page 24
Manual payroll costs UK SMEs dearly as fines & errors rise
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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licensing
Nearly a third of UK SMEs still use manual payroll, causing errors and fines that can reach thousands of pounds, reveals new research from Employment Hero.
UK public sector networks lag in readiness for smart spaces adoption
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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edutech
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network infrastructure
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smart cities
Less than a third of UK public sector networks are ready for smart space tech, with local government least prepared and the NHS leading at 39% readiness.
Infotrust unifies cyber security & IT services nationwide
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Infotrust unites Spirit Technologies and Infotrust services to offer nationwide cyber security and IT support, backed by 250+ experts and a 24/7 Australian SOC.
Cambridge sets six ethical AI principles for English education
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Cambridge University Press sets six ethical principles to ensure fairness, transparency and human oversight in AI-driven English education and assessment.
Latos approved for GBP £100m AI edge data centre in Stockton-on-Tees
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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robots
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edge computing
Latos wins approval to build a GBP £100m AI-focused data centre in Stockton-on-Tees, aiming to revolutionise real-time AI with neural edge computing by 2027.
Insignia Financial partners with Google Cloud to drive AI rollout
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
Insignia Financial partners with Google Cloud to modernise infrastructure and boost AI, enhancing service for 1.5 million Australian customers and staff skills.
Channel businesses urged to use AI wisely in ESG strategies
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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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.
UK CMOs face AI divide & brand activism risks for 2025
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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partner programmes
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genai
UK CMOs are widely adopting AI in marketing, but face consumer scepticism and split views on brand activism as top challenges for 2025 emerge.
UK shoppers embrace AI in retail but demand more transparency
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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martech
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personalisation
While 38% of UK shoppers use AI in retail, 72% want control and 94% demand transparency in how AI handles their data and choices.
Open Banking could boost Australia by AUD $10 billion annually
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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data privacy
Open Banking in Australia could boost the economy by AUD $10 billion annually as consumer data sharing and digital services usage rapidly grow.
Corporate treasurers set to drive value creation & growth by 2030
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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pd
Corporate treasurers are transforming from back-office roles to strategic partners, driving value creation and growth by 2030, says EY's global report.
Australian businesses use AI to halve call centre waiting times
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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Australian businesses are leveraging AI technology to halve call centre waiting times, boosting customer service and employee satisfaction across the sector.
BeyondTrust unveils AI security tools to govern agentic AI risks
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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ai security
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risk & compliance
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ai ethics & governance
BeyondTrust launches AI security tools in its Identity Security Insights platform to govern risks posed by autonomous AI agents in enterprises.
Regulated firms warned to leverage tech or risk falling behind
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
UK regulated firms urged to embrace technology for compliance, or risk falling behind as stricter rules and customer expectations reshape industries.
Australia’s cyber workforce stagnates as AI reshapes job market
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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devops
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soc
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apm
Australia’s cyber security workforce growth stagnates at 0.2% amid AI-driven automation and cost-cutting, narrowing entry-level job opportunities significantly.
UK retailers set for GBP £10bn boost with new data act changes
Sun, 21st Sep 2025
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data protection
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cx
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martech
The UK Data Act 2025 offers retailers clearer rules on data use, potentially boosting revenues by GBP £10 billion as marketing strategies evolve.
US commits USD $42 billion to boost UK tech amid AI concerns
Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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quantum computing
US tech giants pledge USD $42 billion investment to boost UK AI, quantum computing, and nuclear sectors amid calls for equal UK benefits in partnerships.
Australia unveils 2035 climate goal, urges practical action
Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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cartech
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clean technologies
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cloud services
Australia unveils its 2035 climate goal, urging practical action to decarbonise energy and freight sectors while ensuring economic resilience and grid stability.
Australian tech leaders urge measurable action on climate impact
Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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clean technologies
Australian tech leaders call for urgent, measurable climate action, urging firms to use AI and data to cut IT energy use and boost sustainability impact.
UK secures GBP £150 billion in US investment to boost jobs & tech
Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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hyperscale
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physical security
The UK government has secured GBP £150 billion in US investment, aiming to create 7,600 jobs and boost sectors like clean energy and AI nationwide.