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 7
Retailers brace for cyber threats during Black Friday sales rush
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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mfa
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Retailers and shoppers brace for rising cyber threats as Black Friday and Cyber Monday prompt a surge in online transactions and security vulnerabilities.
Westcon-Comstor gains exclusive rights to Fortanix in New Zealand
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Westcon-Comstor has secured exclusive rights to distribute Fortanix’s security solutions in New Zealand, enhancing data protection for enterprises amid digital shifts.
Enterprise security to be reshaped by AI, cloud & automation
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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dr
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devops
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hybrid cloud
Enterprise security faces major changes in 2026 as AI, hybrid cloud, and automation reshape risk management and resilience strategies worldwide.
Spending soars as firms & shoppers adapt to festive pressures
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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e-commerce
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spend management
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gen z
Firms and consumers boost spending by up to 30% during Black Friday and Christmas, prompting brands to sharpen omnichannel and spend management strategies.
Rising software vulnerabilities strain security teams & budgets
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Nearly half of UK and APAC organisations report rising software vulnerabilities are straining security teams, causing burnout, delays, and regulatory fines.
Outdated NHS technology blamed for burnout & patient safety risks
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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casb
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ai
A survey reveals 93% of UK clinicians blame outdated NHS technology for burnout, with 23% citing daily risks to patient safety and care delays.
Shoppers warned of rising online scams as Black Friday nears
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
UK shoppers warned to stay vigilant against rising online scams as Black Friday spending nears USD $80 billion amid surging fraud risks.
Informatica named leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for metadata
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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devops
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apm
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ai
Informatica has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Metadata Management, recognised for its AI-powered cloud platform and multi-cloud data governance.
AI audit tools set to cut 14% overpayment in expense claims
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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risk & compliance
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ai
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expense management
AI audit tools could reduce the 14% overspend on employee expense claims, saving firms time and money by detecting non-compliance and fraud with 97% accuracy.
Budget 2026 proposals prompt concerns from tech & construction
Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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partner programmes
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productivity
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recruitment
UK Budget 2026 sparks concern in tech and construction over investment, tax changes, and public spending’s impact on growth and business confidence.
Black Friday fraud spikes, testing retailers’ defences & sales
Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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cx
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
Online fraud attempts nearly quintupled on Black Friday, forcing retailers to tighten checks and risking cart abandonment during peak sales season.
UK expense claims face slow approvals & vague submissions
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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risk & compliance
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
UK finance teams face slow expense claim approvals and vague submissions, with 27% taking over a month and GBP £60 million in claims analysed.
UK retailers overconfident in cyber security as risks escalate
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
Despite 84% confidence in cyber defences, 1 in 5 UK retailers admit they can’t prevent attacks as risks rise, causing major operational disruptions.
UK pay transparency lags as HR faces pressure from staff demands
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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hcm
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labour party
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market competition
Nearly half of UK HR professionals say their firms lag in pay transparency amid rising staff demands for clear salary information and fair pay.
LeapSpace launches to advance trusted AI-driven scientific research
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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genai
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data privacy
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ai
Elsevier launches LeapSpace, an AI-driven platform offering transparent analysis of 100m+ peer-reviewed articles to boost trusted scientific research.
Cloudflare outage raises alarm over centralised internet risks
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
A Cloudflare outage highlights risks of centralised internet infrastructure, sparking calls for multi-layered strategies to prevent widespread disruption.
Public sector digital progress hindered by skills & strategy gaps
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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ai
Over half of public sector workers have digital tools but underskill and lack strategy hinder progress towards 2027 digital goals.
Tech leaders urge UK to boost early-stage cyber security firms
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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cybersecurity
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public sector
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investment
Tech leaders urge UK Government to reform procurement and boost support for early-stage cyber security firms to secure global leadership ambitions.
Ping Identity leads Gartner Magic Quadrant for access management
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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iam
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ai
Ping Identity leads Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Access Management, topping Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision for the ninth year running.
UK faces mounting STEM talent exodus amid tighter visa rules
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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engineering
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ict sector
Amid rising visa hurdles, 23% of UK STEM employers report losing skilled workers abroad, threatening future growth in vital science and tech sectors.