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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

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Trend Micro warns of AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
3 days ago
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data protection
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ransomware
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email security
Trend Micro's 2025 predictions report warns of AI-driven cyber threats, highlighting risks from digital twins and deepfake technologies that could enable identity fraud.
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Australian small firms risk exposure amid cyber threats
3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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cyber threats
A new report reveals that 91% of Australian small businesses neglect essential insurance, exposing them to cybercrime costing $300 million annually.
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Cognizant & Zscaler expand partnership for AI security
3 days ago
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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casb
Cognizant and Zscaler have strengthened their partnership to deliver an AI-enabled zero trust cloud security platform, enhancing enterprise cybersecurity.
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Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025
3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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ai security
Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.
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AI use in Aussie workplaces rises, boosting productivity
3 days ago
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ai
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freshworks
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work-life balance
New research reveals that daily AI use among Australian employees has surged from 18% to 27%, aiding productivity but highlighting slow adoption challenges.
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Exabeam forecasts AI to transform APAC cybersecurity by 2025
3 days ago
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Exabeam predicts that by 2025, AI will significantly shift the cybersecurity landscape in APAC, making malware creation and deepfakes more accessible to attackers.
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Tray.ai unveils Merlin Agent Builder for AI deployment
3 days ago
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saas
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ai agents
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data governance
Tray.ai has launched Merlin Agent Builder, a platform aimed at simplifying AI agent development for enterprises facing significant technology challenges.
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Australian HR professionals optimistic about AI benefits
4 days ago
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it training
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hcm
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ai
Research from the Australian HR Institute reveals that 86% of HR professionals expect AI to boost productivity, despite concerns over data security.
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UK Christmas shopping shifts towards subscription gifts
4 days ago
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shopping
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christmas
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subscriptions
As Christmas approaches, 29% of UK shoppers are opting for subscription gifts over traditional presents, blending modern convenience with festive spirit.
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WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
4 days ago
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malware
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firewalls
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phishing
WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
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Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead
4 days ago
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encryption
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iot
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quantum computing
Cybersecurity experts warn of rising threats, predicting a NotPetya-like incident due to AI, quantum advancements, and increased geopolitical tensions.
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CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
4 days ago
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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
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Cybersecurity in 2025: Rise of non-human identities
4 days ago
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cloud security
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Entro Security and YL Ventures predict a 2025 cybersecurity landscape dominated by non-human identities, with their proliferation posing new security challenges.
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eCommerce faces cybercrime losses of GBP £2.02m per hour
4 days ago
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martech
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commerce systems
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advanced persistent threat protection
Research from Cequence Security warns eCommerce firms could lose GBP £2.02 million per hour to cybercrime during December's holiday shopping season.
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Post-quantum cryptography gains traction across sectors
4 days ago
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iot security
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quantum computing
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supply chain & logistics
Keyfactor foresees a pivotal shift in data security practices by 2025, driven by quantum computing advances and the adoption of post-quantum cryptography.
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AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert
4 days ago
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data protection
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mfa
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risk & compliance
By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.
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Cloudbrink CEO discusses future of remote work & AI tech
4 days ago
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network infrastructure
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casb
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sase
Cloudbrink's CEO Prakash Mana predicts the work-from-anywhere trend will persist through 2025, driven by Gen Z and advancements in AI and connectivity.
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Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024
4 days ago
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malware
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data protection
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phishing
Kaspersky's latest report reveals a 14% rise in daily malware detection, with 467,000 malicious files identified each day in 2024.
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AI's dual role in reshaping cybersecurity strategies 2024
4 days ago
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving as AI transforms both threats and defences, with increasing challenges expected in 2025, warns Meta1st CEO.
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Sinch predicts AI & human synergy in customer service 2025
4 days ago
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cx
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martech
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email security
Sinch predicts a transformation in digital customer communications by 2025, emphasising AI's role alongside human agents in enhancing engagement.