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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 2

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Cequence Security launches comprehensive API security services
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data protection
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digital transformation
Cequence Security has launched new API Security Assessment Services to enhance organisational security by providing insights into API risks and vulnerabilities.
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Calls mount for reform in Australia's ICT procurement policy
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software development
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acs
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A report calls for urgent reforms in Australia's ICT procurement policies to bolster local tech firms and align with strategies from key trading partners.
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Australians express mixed feelings on AI in workplaces
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it training
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data privacy
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A recent EY report reveals mixed feelings among Australians about AI in the workplace, with 52% supporting automation but concerns over job security widespread.
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Samsung Singapore partners to boost AI in education
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edtech
Samsung Electronics Singapore has partnered with Challenger Technologies, Geniebook, and TeachingTutor.ai to enhance AI-powered digital classroom experiences.
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PointFive secures USD $20 million to boost cloud efficiency
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ai
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finops
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ml
PointFive has raised USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance cloud cost optimisation and expand multi-cloud support, led by Salesforce Ventures.
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Aussie small business owners face mental health crisis
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cybersecurity
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smb
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mental health
A new report reveals that 69% of Australian small business owners face inadequate mental health support, prompting urgent calls for better resources.
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Flexera survey reveals AI reshaping IT leaders' priorities
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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.
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Banks struggle to harness full potential of cloud tech
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data analytics
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fintech
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rpa
A new report reveals traditional banks struggle to leverage cloud investments effectively, contrasting with fintechs that prioritise sales growth.
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Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700
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edutech
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gaming
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phishing
AUCyber reports that Australian children have lost over AUD $129,700 to social media scams this year, prompting calls for enhanced online safety measures.
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Snowflake unveils AI advancements for enterprise efficiency
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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martech
Snowflake has unveiled AI advancements aimed at enhancing enterprise data processing, enabling rapid deployment of trusted conversational applications.
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Top global consumer trends for 2025: report insights
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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genai
Euromonitor International's latest report reveals five key consumer trends for 2025, highlighting shifts in spending and sustainability amid evolving habits.
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Marketing faces a transformative AI-driven future by 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
The marketing sector is set for a major overhaul in 2025, with a shift towards advanced technology and AI reshaping operations and strategies.
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ServiceNow unveils new AI & governance features on platform
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cx
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genai
ServiceNow unveils innovative generative AI features for its Now Platform, including multilingual support and AI governance tools, to enhance global collaboration.
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Nearly half of AI marketing efforts fail to meet goals
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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.
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Platform engineering report highlights AI role in IT growth
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devops
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apm
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open source
Red Hat's latest report reveals that generative AI is reshaping platform engineering, with 54% of advanced organisations experiencing significant innovation gains.
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Study shows AI in software testing yet to boost efficiency
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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.
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Marketing budgets rise in 2024, AI drives strategic growth
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fintech
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iot
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digital advertising
A survey by 10Fold reveals 65% of marketing leaders in the US, Canada, and Europe anticipate larger budgets in 2024, despite fewer KPI pressures.
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UK API security incidents rise to 83% in 2024 report
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ecommerce
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cybersecurity
UK businesses face rising API security threats, with incidents increasing to 83% in 2024, despite only 13% conducting real-time testing.
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ASEAN-6 MSMEs boost e-commerce exports with Amazon help
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digital economy
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msmes
A report by Amazon Global Selling highlights the challenges and opportunities for ASEAN-6 MSMEs, predicting their e-commerce export revenue could soar from USD $18.9 billion to USD $30.4 billion by 2028.
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AI reshapes retail inventory with StyleMatrix by 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
By 2025, StyleMatrix will revolutionise retail inventory management through AI technology, helping retailers adapt to an unpredictable market landscape.