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.
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Adobe coders reach out to Kiwi kids
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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martech
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adobe
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creative technologies
Adobe coders and designers visit High Tech Youth Network to support emerging creatives as part of the Adobe Project 1324 initiative.

Cisco Australia employees give kids tech boost
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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cisco
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stem
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claude
Cisco Australia employees are involved in STEM tutoring to tackle the skills shortage and boost innovation, according to the company's AUSTEM2020 initiative.

NETSCOUT’s Fluke Networks Enterprise Solutions broadens support for 802.11ac
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
NETSCOUT’s Fluke expands 802.11ac Wi-Fi support, bridging wireless demands with robust network troubleshooting and analysis tools.

Fast, free Wi-Fi at sea unlikely, according to new study
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
Holiday makers aboard cruise ships are putting great emphasis on wireless, free-of-charge internet access, according to a new survey.

New tech crowding the business landscape
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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iot
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cloud services
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comptia
New technologies flood the market, leaving businesses unsure of investments. CompTIA outlines four key considerations to simplify this landscape.

Online GST changes a mixed bag for Kiwis, says InternetNZ
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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online shopping
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gst
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internetnz
InternetNZ critiques NZ's new online GST policy, stressing its need for fair execution without harming e-commerce.

Cloud-based start ups see success in round two of Gig-Start funding
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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uc
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cloud services
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chorus
Dunedin's Gig-Start Fund propels cloud-based innovators, with three startups winning $20,000 each in a fierce 'Dragons Den' battle.

Data, technology and finance know-how vital to success
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Board-level marketers must upskill in data and technology to secure leadership positions, according to a study by Econsultancy and Oracle Marketing Cloud.

The Connected Journey - WiFi essential for passenger transport
Thu, 12th Nov 2015
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fleet management
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Mobile devices have become standard in nearly all aspects of life, with Wi-Fi availability on public transport becoming essential, says Icomera.

Want to know how Zeald can make your website smarter?
Tue, 10th Nov 2015
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martech
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zeald
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development
Discover how Zeald's savvy strategies turbocharged Adroit Builders' web enquiries, bolstering Auckland's bespoke construction industry.

Innovators wanted for wireless charging contest
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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wireless nation
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integrated device technology
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chip
The contest asks electronics experts and tinkerers alike to offer creative ways to incorporate wireless charging capabilities into products.

Educators need to get involved in Education Act review
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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edutech
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nzei te riu roa
New Zealand educators are being urged to contribute to the review of the Education Act to ensure quality, free public education.

Wireless broadband in public safety market expected to soar
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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cybersecurity
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emergency services
The global wireless broadband in public safety market is set to reach $22.9bn by 2020, according to a new study.

Business Intelligence crucial for NZ business
Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
NZ firms to embrace Business Intelligence, as experts predict a surge in BI investment, necessitating strategic planning.

NZQA urges parents to help students prepare for exams
Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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apps
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nzqa
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qualifications
NZQA calls on parents to support the 145,000 students facing NCEA exams with practical study advice and environments.

Augen's NZ-Vietnam model recognised at Vietnam's IT Excellence Awards
Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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augen
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bupa
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awards
Auckland-based Augen Software wins Emerging Enterprise category at Vietnam's IT Excellence Awards, raising New Zealand ICT profile.

Consent: The rules around sexting
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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texting
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sexting
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aras
The advice on consent in sexting differs from general sex advice articles, according to a study by A.A. Hasinoff from the University of Colorado.

Cyber security firm releases remote admin capabilities
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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cybersecurity
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thales
Thales uproots traditional HSM management, launching nifty remote admin features targeting data centres and cloud migrations.

New investment tool launched by Treasury
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The UK Government has launched a new tool to help organisations assess the costs and benefits of social policy initiatives.

Garmin takes on Fitbit with new heart rate watches
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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fitbit
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garmin
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retail
Garmin challenges Fitbit with its new Forerunner series, featuring wrist-based heart rate tracking for NZ$429 to NZ$679, available late 2015.