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.
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BioCatch & Google Cloud unite to combat financial cybercrime
Last month
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digital banking
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cybersecurity
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apac
BioCatch has joined forces with Google Cloud to combat soaring financial cybercrime in Southeast Asia with real-time biometric intelligence solutions.
AI, sustainability, elections dominate 2024 CEO talks
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power / energy
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ai
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renewable energy
AI, sustainability, and upcoming elections are leading topics in CEO discussions in Q1 2024, notes the latest IoT Analytics report.
AliExpress launches livestream shopping for the UK
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cx
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martech
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online shopping
AliExpress launches interactive livestream shopping in the UK, introducing an engaging and personalised consumer experience.
Arrow Electronics unveils AI tool to boost efficiency of cloud management
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microsoft
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ai security
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ai
Arrow Electronics launches AI companion Assistant for its channel partners, utilising Microsoft Azure AI to enhance cloud service delivery.
Porsche eBike boosts IT efficiency with Freshworks
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optimization
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freshservice
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automation
Porsche eBike bolsters its IT efficiency, harnessing Freshworks' AI-enabled business software for streamlined services.
ServiceNow unveils Washington D.C. with advanced GenAI tech
Last month
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it automation
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workflow automation
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ai
ServiceNow unveils its latest platform release, Washington D.C., packed with innovative features and enhancements to revolutionise enterprise workflows.
Cloudflare & Kyndryl enhance tech partnership in global alliance
Last month
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network security
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firewall
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breach prevention
Cloudflare and Kyndryl elevate their tech partnership with a Global Strategic Alliance, aiming to modernise enterprise infrastructures.
Brillband named fastest broadband provider at Genie Awards
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digital entertainment
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vodafone
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sky
Glasgow-based Brillband has been named the UK's fastest broadband provider following the annual Broadband Genie Awards.
Samsung Heavy Industries partners with Fortinet for maritime cybersecurity
Last month
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firewall
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Samsung Heavy Industries and Fortinet partnership to strengthen maritime cybersecurity amid new mandatory requirements.
Medallia secures top spot in Gartner's VoC platforms ranking
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cx
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martech
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ai
Medallia secures prime position for the third year in a row in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Voice of Customer platforms, backed by a £750 million investment.
ISB Global records massive surge in revenue growth
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software
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isb global
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revenue
UK waste management software provider ISB Global reports a significant 43% surge in revenue in 2023, driven by growth in its customer base.
Asia-Pacific businesses set to invest USD $3.4bn in GenAI
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ai
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ethics
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japan
Generative AI (GenAI) investments in the Asia-Pacific are projected to accelerate at a staggering rate of 140%, the fastest globally, with spending expected to reach USD $3.4 billion across key nations, according to Infosys Knowledge Institute's research.
HID unveils 2024 State of Security Industry Report insights
Last month
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big data
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data analytics
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bi
HID's 2024 State of Security Industry Report reveals key trends including mobile identification increment and widespread Multi-Factor Authentication.
Spark unveils online protections against cyber hazards & scams
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Spark is set to boost customer online safety with new features, including an automated text scam firewall and filters to block malware, phishing, and child sexual abuse materials.
ControlUp unveils Secure DX designed for endpoint device security
Last month
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wfh
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advanced persistent threat protection
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compliance
ControlUp unveils Secure DX to bolster the security of endpoint devices in the wake of increasing cyber threats in remote and hybrid work settings.
Keepit's cloud backup solution offers rapid ransomware recovery
Last month
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ransomware
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webinar
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business continuity
The Keepit SaaS data protection solution, used post cyber-attack, recovers data swiftly and prevents impacts of ransomware attacks.
Zoom unveils compliance manager for regulatory risk management
Last month
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contact centre
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dlp
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public sector
Zoom has launched a new tool, the Zoom Compliance Manager, set to streamline regulatory risk and compliance management across its platforms.
Ransomware attacks against companies rise by 27% in 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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malware
Victim companies of ransomware attacks soar by 27% in the last year, compounding security concerns among 93% of IT personnel.
Global UCaaS market to reach 131 million users by 2028
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cagr
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mobile
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convergence
Global Unified Communications as a Service market set for a 10.3% growth over the next five years, with mobile UCaaS services gaining momentum.
Portnox launches Conditional Access for Applications to enhance security
Last month
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cloud services
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wfh
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saas
Portnox rolls out its new cloud-native solution, Conditional Access for Applications, designed to improve application security.
STX Next unveils AI-powered development tool DEEP Next
Last month
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ai
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development
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software development
STX Next launches AI-powered tool 'DEEP Next', promising tenfold speed up in development using autonomous code-writing and testing procedures.
Report reveals rise in global digital stalking in 2023
Last month
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cybersecurity
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stalkerware
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russia
Kaspersky's 2023 report highlights a worrying rise in global stalkerware abuse, with approximately 31,000 victims recorded, marking a 6% increase from 2022.
Pegasus spyware could target iOS devices, says Group-IB
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apple
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cloud services
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encryption
A recent analysis by Group-IB sheds light on the alarming potential of Pegasus spyware, exploring wider implications for the famed security of iOS products.
Bridewell acquires Arculus to amplify public sector cybersecurity
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audit
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uk
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mdr
Bridewell fortifies its public sector growth by acquiring Arculus Cyber Security, aiming to enhance its Critical National Infrastructure expertise.