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Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.

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Freshworks predicts transformative impact of generative AI

Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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Freshworks' top executives predict generative AI will power a technological revolution by 2024, revolutionising multiple sectors.
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NetDocuments reports growth in Asia Pacific legal sector

Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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NetDocuments, a cloud-based content management system for law firms, has reported significant growth in the Asia-Pacific region.
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AI adoption to be key focus for IT leaders in 2024

Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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AI will be a top priority for IT leaders in 2024, with 67% planning to integrate it into processes, survey shows.
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Privacy concerns rise over popular AI photo apps – study

Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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Over a third of AI photo apps use your personal data to train their AI tools, raising privacy concerns, says a study.
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Quantum leap in AI & data ethics anticipated in 2024

Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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Next year will mark significant progress in artificial intelligence, data control and ethics, according to new predictions.
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MarketMedia & Meta pioneer off-network ad attribution

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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MarketMedia and Meta introduce a first-of-its-kind collaboration for off-network ad attribution to optimise Meta campaigns.
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Shippit implements Apple Wallet Order Tracking for logistics

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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Shippit has implemented Apple Wallet Order Tracking, providing secure, real-time updates for online orders and enhancing customer trust.
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Qrypt completes critical quantum encryption research

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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Quantum-secure encryption firm Qrypt collaborates with Los Alamos National Labs to develop a pioneering quantum-secure encryption system.
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Generative AI's future in law hinges on trustworthy knowledge repositories

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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The future of generative AI in the legal sector depends on the creation of reliable knowledge repositories, says Lexsoft Systems CEO.
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New phishing method exploiting the Genial.ly platform

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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Check Point Harmony Email researchers expose a new phishing tactic dubbed 'Business Compromise 3.0' exploiting Genial.ly platform.
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AI project to revolutionis assessments & teacher workload

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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Bolton College's AI project FirstPass offers significant advantages for formative assessments, improving student responses and reducing teacher workload.
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Pattern secures Online Sales Breakthrough Award at Google summit

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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Pattern clinches the Online Sales Breakthrough Award at the Google ANZ Partner Summit for 55% online revenue growth.
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Confluent acclaimed as Leader in Forrester's Streaming Data Platforms report

Sun, 10th Dec 2023
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Confluent, a leader in data streaming, has been lauded in Forrester Research's Q4 2023 Streaming Data Platforms report.
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NCS & Google Cloud unite for AI transformation in APAC

Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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NCS and Google Cloud form strategic partnership to boost AI-led transformation across APAC's public and private sectors.
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Adobe predicts 2024 dominant creative trends in new report

Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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Adobe's 2024 Creative Trends Report reveals four key themes set to influence digital content, including photography and social media.
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Cisco reaches goal of impacting one billion lives early

Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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Cisco surpasses its goal of positively affecting one billion lives globally through its technology, a year ahead of schedule.
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Study finds over half of of users unsatisfied with AI tools

Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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Over half of corporate research professionals are displeased with AI tools, requiring more than just chat functions, says study.
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Deposco unveils top eCommerce & retail trends for 2024

Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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Deposco Europe's Will Lovatt predicts 'zero consumer' behaviour, eCommerce growth, social media impact and tech advancements will dominate 2024 retail trends.
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OutSystems forecasts top tech trends for CIOs in 2024

Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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OutSystems' Joe Ghattas predicts generative AI, increased business efficiency, and AI integration in development as top 2024 CIO trends.
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Zoom looks to enhance CX with AI-powered refinements

Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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Zoom is set to enhance its AI-powered customer experience suite, improving services for businesses of all sizes.