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 5
Fintech leaders predict 2025's impact on the industry
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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ai
Fintech executives foresee 2025 shaped by evolving fraud tactics, AI, open banking regulation, and changing consumer demands in the mortgage market.
W Chain launches Mainnet to redefine global payments
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blockchain
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ux
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interoperability
W Chain has soft launched its Layer 1 Mainnet, aiming to reshape global payment systems and encourage developer engagement ahead of the full launch.
Kaspersky achieves 100% scorecard in SE Labs tests for 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Kaspersky has achieved a groundbreaking 100% Total Accuracy Rating in SE Labs' 2024 cybersecurity tests, maintaining consistent excellence across all product ranges.
Navigating 2025: Top tips for evolving Australia jobs
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job seekers
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mental health
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work-life balance
The Australian workforce faces evolving challenges in 2025, with mental health and flexible working priorities driving new strategies for employers and job seekers.
Building Information Modeling revolutionises construction
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digital transformation
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cleantech
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collaboration
Building Information Modeling is enhancing efficiency, collaboration, and sustainability while reducing costs and project delays.
Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure
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ransomware
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
OPSWAT has acquired Fend, a cybersecurity firm, to expand its critical infrastructure protection capabilities, bolstering its data diode technology offerings.
Jamf predicts future trends in AI, education & security
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data protection
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cloud security
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mdm
Jamf executives highlight the urgent need for robust AI policies and online safety in education, as generative AI increasingly shapes technology use.
CISA mandates secure cloud baselines for US agencies
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saas
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data protection
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cloud security
CISA has mandated federal agencies to implement SCuBA Secure Configuration Baselines for Microsoft 365 by mid-2025 to combat rising cyber threats.
30,000 Postman workspaces leak API keys & credentials
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phishing
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martech
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email security
CloudSEK has uncovered over 30,000 exposed Postman workspaces leaking sensitive API keys, affecting major firms across healthcare, finance, and sports sectors.
71% of firms recover from outages in 1 to 5 hours – Kaspersky
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dr
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Kaspersky's research reveals that 71% of companies recover from network outages within 1 to 5 hours, while 12% may take a full workday or longer.
Dynatrace leads in ISG report for cloud observability 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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genai
Dynatrace has been named a Leader in the Cloud-Native Observability and Security quadrants of the 2024 ISG Provider Lens report for the fifth consecutive year.
Kaspersky reports 135% rise in crypto-drainer discussions
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Kaspersky's research reveals a staggering 135% rise in dark web discussions about crypto-drainers between 2022 and 2024, signalling growing cyber threats.
New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
Experts predict rise in AI compute threats by 2025
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siem
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
In 2025, attacks on cloud workloads will evolve, with a rise in lateral movement, data exfiltration, and targeted threats against AI compute resources, warns Andrew Krug.
YouTube tops list as most popular global side hustle
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martech
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commerce systems
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youtube
A study by Printful reveals YouTube content creation as the world's top side hustle, with a 189% rise in global searches and UK earnings averaging GBP £4,192.
Sciative Solutions reports a 125% revenue growth in 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Sciative Solutions has reported a remarkable 125% year-on-year revenue growth, expanding its pricing intelligence solutions into international markets and sectors.
Domain market set to grow from USD $2.35bn to USD $3.47bn
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cybersecurity
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software development
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domain names
The global domain market is set to rise from USD $2.35 billion to USD $3.47 billion by 2032, reflecting its vital role in the digital economy.
Metaview report reveals AI surge in 2024 job interviews
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dei
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genai
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ai
Metaview's 2024 Trends Report reveals a surge in AI discussions in job interviews, while references to DEI have dropped by 30%, indicating shifting priorities.
Kaspersky alerts businesses to complex Facebook scam
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cybersecurity
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facebook
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kaspersky
Kaspersky warns of a sophisticated phishing scam targeting businesses using Facebook, with emails impersonating Meta for Business to steal account access.
UK brands turn to online marketplaces for wider reach
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ai
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online shopping
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rithum
UK brands are increasingly utilising online marketplaces, with average sellers engaging on four platforms as they adapt to consumer shopping habits.