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
Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass, smarter features & redesign
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mobile gaming
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apple pay
Apple unveils iOS 26 with a Liquid Glass design, smarter Apple Intelligence, and updates to CarPlay, Wallet, Messages, and core apps. Free from iPhone 11.
Pax8 expands cybersecurity offerings with Check Point suite
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endpoint protection
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sd-wan
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network security
Pax8 is broadening its cybersecurity offerings by adding Check Point’s AI-powered security suite to its Marketplace for managed service providers worldwide.
AI system to cut grid connection delays by 80% in US energy push
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hpc
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ai
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hitachi
Southwest Power Pool, Hitachi, and NVIDIA will cut US power grid connection delays by 80% using AI to speed energy planning and infrastructure upgrades.
Cyberattack on major food distributor sparks supply chain fears
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cybersecurity
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amazon
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cybercriminals
A cyberattack on United Natural Foods, a key supplier for Whole Foods, risks widespread disruption to North America’s food supply chains and grocery availability.
Accelex launches Sydney office as APAC private equity hits USD $138 billion
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data analytics
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fintech
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ai
Accelex has opened a Sydney office to tackle data challenges as Asia-Pacific private equity hits USD $138 billion, its second-highest deal volume in a decade.
Cambridge Spark urges C-suite to boost AI knowledge for growth
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ai
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cto
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chief data officer
Cambridge Spark urges all C-suite executives to boost AI knowledge through training, warning that gaps could limit business growth and boardroom decisions.
AI reshaping traditional sectors like insurance & travel
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smartphones
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ai
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samsung
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way sectors operate, and embracing the technology is now essential for unlocking its full potential.
Agentic AI adoption rises in ANZ as firms boost security spend
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malware
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digital transformation
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cloud security
All surveyed ANZ IT security leaders back agentic AI to tackle digital threats, with 36% using it now and 68% expected in two years.
Apptio launches new AI & hybrid IT tools for enterprise ROI
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saas
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
Apptio launches AI TCO & Usage and Hybrid IT TCO Impact tools to help enterprises boost ROI and manage hybrid cloud and AI investments effectively.
Latent AI & InferQ to deliver real-time AI for Indian forces
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ai
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edge ai
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cloud services
Latent AI and InferQ have partnered to deliver real-time AI solutions for Indian Defence Forces, enhancing battlefield intelligence and remote operations.
Sage unveils AI tools, trust label & supply chain upgrade
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risk & compliance
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genai
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data privacy
Sage launches AI tools including Sage Copilot for Sage X3 in Canada, an AI Trust Label, and upgrades to supply chain and finance software for SMBs.
Virgin Atlantic deepens TCS partnership for AI transformation
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Virgin Atlantic has extended its partnership with Tata Consultancy for seven years to accelerate AI-led digital transformation across its core airline operations.
Luxembourg’s Belval campus to become smart city living lab
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network infrastructure
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smart cities
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digital signage
Luxembourg’s Belval campus is set to become an EU-backed smart city living lab with EUR €3.1 million to test 5G, AI, and IoT for urban innovation.
LFB Group launches modular data centre cooling for AI era
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datacentre infrastructure
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ai
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data centre cooling
LFB Group unveils its modular Fan Wall Unit, offering scalable, energy-efficient cooling for hyperscale and edge data centres tackling rising AI workloads.
DRUID AI named Microsoft’s first certified healthcare AI provider
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ai
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agentic ai
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microsoft
DRUID AI is the first certified healthcare AI provider in Central & Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa, recognised by Microsoft for secure, scalable solutions.
OWASP unveils first top 10 business logic abuse threats list
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application security
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cybersecurity
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software development
OWASP has released its first Business Logic Abuse Top 10, spotlighting critical cross-domain threats beyond traditional technology-specific vulnerabilities.
Lockyer Valley council completes ERP upgrade to boost services
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saas
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devops
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digital transformation
Lockyer Valley Regional Council has upgraded its ERP system to TechnologyOne’s platform, enhancing services for 45,000 residents and improving staff efficiency.
Optus launches API Connect with Vonage for secure enterprise APIs
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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encryption
Optus has launched API Connect with Vonage, offering secure, scalable telecom APIs that integrate real-time communications directly via the Optus network.
EY launches Studio+ to drive customer-centric AI transformation
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
EY launches Studio+, combining design, sales, marketing, and AI expertise to help businesses transform customer experiences and drive growth amid digital shifts.
Scattered Spider targets UK retailers with advanced phishing
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
The cybercriminal group Scattered Spider has launched sophisticated phishing attacks targeting UK retailers, exploiting social engineering and advanced MFA-bypass tools.