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 14
Engineering biology to disrupt UK industries – Capgemini report
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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robots
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ai
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cleantech
A Capgemini report reveals engineering biology's disruptive reach beyond traditional sectors like healthcare and agriculture, impacting UK industries.
Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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devops
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digital entertainment
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apm
Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.
Sage & Microsoft enhance SMB efficiency with new tech tools
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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uc
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ai
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microsoft
Sage and Microsoft roll out advanced tools, including instant financial insights and enhanced workflows, to improve operational efficiency for SMBs across Europe.
GenAI tools amplify online fraud risks, report reveals
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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ai
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japan
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nz
A new Transmit Security report reveals generative AI is fuelling a surge in dark web fraud, with accessible tools like FraudGPT boosting online scam capabilities.
EU AI Act sets new global standard for ethical AI use
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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data privacy
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biometrics
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ai
The EU AI Act, effective 1st August 2024, heralds significant regulatory changes for businesses and tech firms, setting a global benchmark for ethical AI use.
Research reveals online content's dual impact on Kiwi youth
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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software development
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netsafe
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social media
New research from the Classification Office and Netsafe reveals online content’s dual role in shaping young New Zealanders' body image.
SonicWall report reveals 30% rise in global cyberattacks
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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firewalls
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malware
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ransomware
SonicWall Mid-Year Threat Report for 2024 shows a 30% surge in global malware, with SMBs particularly at risk.
Turnitin unveils AI paraphrasing detection for academic integrity
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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edutech
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ai
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turnitin
Turnitin has launched an AI paraphrasing detection tool to help educators and publishers identify AI-modified texts, tackling academic integrity challenges.
DLA Piper report highlights 2024 global M&A trends & insights
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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ai
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dei
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dla piper
DLA Piper's 2024 Global M&A Intelligence Report reveals evolving trends in M&A, with notable shifts in deal processes, AI integration, and ESG factors impacting transactions globally.
Thailand set to gain from supply chain shift, says JLL expert
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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cartech
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asia pacific
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investment
Thailand is set to capitalise on shifting supply chains over the next decade, with JLL highlighting the country's growth in manufacturing investment opportunities.
Vertiv launches Liebert GXE UPS for AI-driven data centres
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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power / energy
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ai
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availability
Vertiv unveils new 1kVA-3kVA capacities of the Liebert GXE UPS, targeting critical 230V network edge applications with immediate availability.
Vertiv unveils MegaMod CoolChip for rapid AI infrastructure deployment
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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power / energy
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ai
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cleantech
Vertiv's new MegaMod CoolChip data centre, with liquid cooling, speeds up AI infrastructure deployment by 50%, offering a flexible, high-efficiency solution.
Study reveals key obstacles to creativity in the workplace
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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ai
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canva
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leadership
A new study reveals 96% of professionals believe creativity is essential for organisational success, but many fail to nurture it effectively.
30% of GenAI projects to be abandoned by 2025 says Gartner
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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ai
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investment
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productivity
At least 30% of generative AI (GenAI) projects will be abandoned after proof of concept by the end of 2025, due to poor data quality, inadequate risk controls.
CISOs face AI risks while managing innovation & security
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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application security
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ai
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cybersecurity
Checkmarx's global study reveals that 99% of development teams utilise AI for code generation yet face significant security concerns.
Survey reveals gaps in Gen AI use among professionals
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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linkedin
A WalkMe survey uncovers significant gaps in Generative AI adoption among professionals, with over half of surveyed companies reporting minimal or no use of the technology.
ODI reveals critical AI data issues in the UK's tech sector report
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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data protection
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copyright
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labour party
The Open Data Institute's recent report exposes weaknesses in the UK’s tech infrastructure, warning that poor data governance in AI could undermine societal benefits and trust.
Sage & Stripe expand partnership to streamline SMB payments
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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ai
Sage expands its partnership with Stripe to enhance payment processing and cashflow management for small and mid-sized businesses.
Malicious bots disrupt travel sector, causing financial strain
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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application security
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credit card fraud
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thales
New research shows a rise in malicious bot activity within the travel sectoe, with just 51.1% of traffic generated by humans.
UK IT leaders feeling less secure despite cybersecurity investments
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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ransomware
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malware
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ai
Despite rising cybersecurity investments, a new Appsbroker CTS survey reveals a growing sense of insecurity among UK's IT leaders, with 87% losing sleep over cyber risks.