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 18
Russia, US & Brazil pose highest risks for wealthy crypto holders
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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crypto
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defi
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bitcoin
Russia, the US and Brazil top the Executive Crypto Threat Index as the riskiest countries for wealthy cryptocurrency holders in 2025, while Japan and Singapore are safest.
AI apps & short-form dramas drive new mobile growth trends
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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genai
AI apps hit 1.5bn downloads, short-form dramas surge, and third-party Android stores open new growth paths in mobile through 2025, says Mintegral.
Genesis Energy deploys Databricks to boost AI & data strategy
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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power / energy
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open source
Genesis Energy will adopt the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to enhance its AI use, boost data management, and train staff in a major digital transformation.
Boards underestimate cyber incident impacts, risking USD $2.7m losses
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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ransomware
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risk & compliance
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ai ethics & governance
Corporate boards often underestimate cyber incident impacts, facing ransomware losses averaging USD $2.7 million with downtime lasting 24 days, warns Willis report.
NCSC urges boards to prioritise cyber resilience amid 130% rise
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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supply chain
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
The NCSC warns of a 130% surge in major cyberattacks, urging UK boards to prioritise cyber resilience and rapid recovery planning for critical operations.
Finance & healthcare sectors urged to upskill amid cyber gaps
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Finance, healthcare and MSSPs face significant cybersecurity skill gaps, urging urgent upskilling beyond compliance to tackle evolving cyber threats effectively.
UK finance faces legacy IT risks as Windows 10 support ends
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
UK finance firms face rising risks as Windows 10 support ends; 90% carry technical debt with legacy systems hindering innovation and security efforts.
Fibre gaps delaying UK data centre growth & AI ambitions
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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edge computing
Gaps in UK fibre networks delay data centre growth and threaten the nation's ambitions to lead in artificial intelligence, says Neos Networks research.
AI shopping assistants set to become mainstream for UK consumers
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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martech
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cdp
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ai
80% of UK shoppers now use AI for online shopping, with most expecting AI assistants to be mainstream by 2026, revolutionising retail experiences.
APAC powers mobile app growth as global installs rise 11% in 2025
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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gaming
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data analytics
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digital entertainment
Asia-Pacific leads global mobile app growth in 2025, with installs up 11% and gaming revenues hitting USD $66.7 billion, says Adjust report.
Deepfake threat grows as public & business struggle to keep up
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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phishing
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email security
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data privacy
Deepfake scams surge worldwide, with 49% of firms hit in 2024 as public and businesses struggle to spot convincing fake videos and audio.
AI apps, short drama content, & third-party stores drive mobile
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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ai
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samsung
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xiaomi
AI apps hit 1.5bn downloads and USD $1.3bn revenue in 2024, while APAC short dramas and third-party Android stores drive global mobile market growth.
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.
APAC firms to boost threat intelligence spend, embrace AI by 2026
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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genai
By 2026, 79% of Asia Pacific firms plan to boost threat intelligence spending and adopt AI to tackle rising cyber threats and regulatory demands.
UK retailers face rising cyber threats as resilience becomes key
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
UK retailers face growing cyber threats that disrupt operations, forcing a strategic focus on resilience to protect eCommerce and customer trust.
Boomi recognised as Leader in 2025 Gartner API Management report
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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hyperscale
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Boomi has advanced from Niche Player to Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for API Management, reflecting its strong innovation and execution.
Graphic design tops New Zealand freelance roles amid AI growth
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
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marketing
Graphic design leads New Zealand’s freelance jobs despite AI growth, as demand for creatives and tech specialists surges in 2024, says global report.
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.
AI adoption outpaces cloud security as leaders rely on old metrics
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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ai security
AI adoption surges, yet outdated security metrics and leadership blind spots leave firms vulnerable to breaches, warns Tenable's Cloud and AI Security 2025 report.
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.