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 71
Tiny Happy HR leverages data analytics to enrich work experience
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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hcm
Tiny Happy HR utilises sophisticated data analytics to advance the future of work, fostering an optimised, inclusive, and fulfilling workplace environment.
Global cloud microservice market set for growth in 2034
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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uc
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migration
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digital transformation
Global cloud microservice market set to skyrocket to US$11.3 billion by 2034, with an emphasis on observability and increased application in various sectors.
SMEs ditch hybrid work, cite rising costs as top concern
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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hybrid & remote work
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skills gap
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wfh
Over half of New Zealand's SMEs have returned to office-based work amid cost concerns, while globally, businesses turn to flexible hours and upskilling.
Chief Justice anticipates significant AI impact on law
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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ai
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law
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nuance
Supreme Court Chief Justice, John Roberts, urges careful implementation and underscoring the irreplaceable values of human judgement.
Biometrics shift in UK security highlights privacy concerns
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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surveillance
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biometrics
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data privacy
Simon Alderson, of First Response Group, addresses privacy and security concerns emerging from the shift from CCTV to biometric technologies for surveillance.
Wavestone survey highlights Gen AI as transformative tech
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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genai
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ai
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organisational culture
Wavestone's Data and AI Leadership Survey reveals that investments in data, analytics and Generative AI are top priorities for data companies.
AI set to boost telecom market to $11.29bn by 2030
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
The global AI in telecommunication market is projected to surge by 2030, indicating a transformative phase for Communication Service Providers.
Taxpayers' Union slams NZ Police's Virtual Cop app
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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apps
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recruitment
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police
NZ Police's £634k VR recruitment app, Virtual Cop, prompts outrage from the Taxpayers' Union due to unclear usage metrics and doubts over its impact.
AI tool FACTlix to detect fraudulent consumer reviews
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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data protection
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saas
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martech
FACTlix, aims to identify and combat fraudulent consumer reviews, a deceitful practice that has impacted 12% of ecommerce sales and misled countless consumers.
AI chatbots posing risks of terrorism incitement – expert
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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ai agents
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ai
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national security
AI chatbots could potentially radicalise new waves of violent extremists, underscoring the need for revised terrorism laws.
Cybersecurity skills gap poses threat to business protection measures
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
As digital threats surge, the cybersecurity sector grapples with a pronounced skills gap, jeopardising protection measures and leading to employee burnout.
Christmas marked by sophisticated cyberattacks on retailers
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybercriminals
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bots
Cybercriminals utilised new tactics across wider timeframes to launch complex attacks on online retailers during the 2023 holiday season.
Finance Minister Willis calls for fiscal transparency
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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nz
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labour party
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government
Finance minister, Nicola Willis, proposes new fiscal measures aimed to boost transparency while criticising the previous government's management strategies.
Hyperscale cloud market projected to hit $3.4tn by 2034
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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digital transformation
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edge computing
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ai
The hyperscale cloud market is predicted to reach a monumental $3.4tn by 2034, driven by digital transformation initiatives worldwide.
Global modular data centres market to reach $81.2bn by 2030
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
The global modular data centres market is anticipated to surge to USD$81.2bn by 2030, due to efficiency and flexibility, says Research and Markets report.
Demand for Microsoft Dynamics set to triple by 2033
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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crm
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data analytics
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digital transformation
The Microsoft Dynamics market is expected to triple in value due to rising demand for its productivity-boosting software solutions.
SIAM market set to increase from $4.8bn to $6bn by 2028
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
The global Service Integration and Management market is set to grow to $6 billion by 2028, driven by large enterprises and the manufacturing sector.
Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon, boosts appliance security
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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data protection
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firewalls
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casb
Palo Alto Networks bolsters security for managed and unmanaged appliances with the acquisition of enterprise browser innovator, Talon Cyber Security.
China's computer market to recover 4% by 2024 says Canalys
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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edutech
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personal computing devices
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hp
After an 18% decline in 2023, Canalys predicts Mainland China's PC market will recover with a 4% rise by 2024, backed by IT investments from corporates.
Rapid growth predicted for sustainable finance market
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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cleantech
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financial institutions
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transparency
Surging demand for environmentally and socially responsible investments is set to propel the sustainable finance market, reports Future Market Insights.