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 401
Wi-Fi is must-have for Kiwi holidaymakers
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
Wi-Fi is a must-have for Kiwis booking holiday homes, with 32% more likely to rent in the next year, according to a survey.
New Windows 10 security solutions from ESET released
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Anti-virus security firm ESET has announced the availability of its new security solutions for Windows home users.
ANZ updates FastPay app to include Eftpos
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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fintech
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mobile wallet
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anz bank
ANZ extends its FastPay app to EFTPOS, allowing merchants to process smartphone payments. New card reader also introduced for faster transactions.
Education Minister heads to Finland
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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edutech
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ministry of education
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partners
Parata described how NZ has developed the Communities of Learning model to focus on how all kids can do better through collaboration between schools.
Navman Wireless releases latest GPS software
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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fleet management
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navman wireless
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gps
Navman Wireless unveils Navman Wireless DIRECTOR, an advanced GPS software crafted to transform fleet management with insightful, scalable features.
Southeast Asian innovators head to NZ
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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startups
The initiative is designed to strengthen links between businesspeople in the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) and those in New Zealand.
The apps sucking the life out of your phone
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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smartphones
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power / energy
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cloud services
The latest report from AVG Technologies reveals what the top apps are for draining battery life on Android devices.
New govt initiative to help SMBs with finance
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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fintech
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smb
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finance, leasing & rental
New section on business.govt.nz website offers small businesses guidance on tax and finance, helping them save time and money.
Semble mobile wallet does well at Innovation awards
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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mobile wallet
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semble
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awards
Kiwi startup Semble's mobile wallet triumphs at NZ Innovators Awards, securing high commendations and multiple finalist nods.
A third of Australians not in chosen career
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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saas
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edutech
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moocs
With such high proportions of graduates moving into different careers, Australia’s education system must prepare students for an uncertain future.
Adoption of iOS 9 huge, despite Wi-Fi Assist failings
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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smartphones
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wireless networks
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personal computing devices
Despite initial glitches and WiFi Assist controversies, iOS 9 adoption has soared to 61%, outpacing iOS 8 and older versions, says Apple.
Cybersecurity arms race to escalate in 2016
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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ddos
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iam
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cybersecurity
Spending on cybersecurity protection is set to exceed $37 billion, as organisations increase spending to keep their businesses, data, and users safe.
Xero customer accounts compromised
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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data protection
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fintech
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financial systems
NZ's Xero urges password reset after a rise in phishing scams breaches customer accounts. Users advised to bolster computer security.
Ruckus Wireless new acquisition to simplify Wi-Fi onboarding
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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network infrastructure
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Ruckus Wireless has acquired Cloudpath Networks, a privately held provider of secure Wi-Fi onboarding software.
Advisory group named for Māori ICT Development
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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maori in tech
Eight people appointed to Māori ICT Development Fund Expert Advisory Group to support Māori economic development.
Bitdefender updates mobile security and antivirus offering
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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endpoint protection
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edr
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av
Bitdefender boosts mobile defence with mugshot-snapping feature to outfox snoops and smart-trusted network recognition.
More women in management, says Statistics NZ
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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statistics nz
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qualifications
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women in tech
Women are now almost as likely as men to work in managerial roles, according to a new report from Statistics New Zealand.
AUT professor takes out innovation award
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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aut
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kode biotech
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volution
AUT's biotech pioneer, Prof Steve Henry, scoops top prize at NZ Innovators Awards for cancer disguise tech set to revolutionise treatment.
Fonterra’s fingerprinting technology wins innovation award
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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fonterra
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ministry of primary industries
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dairynz
Fonterra’s research and development arm has taken out the Innovation Excellence in Research award at the New Zealand Innovators Awards.
Amy Adams shuts down Labour potshots at RBI
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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uc
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telco
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rural broadband initiative
Labour Party criticizes government's rural broadband plans, claiming cable between Wairoa and Tuai serves only one company.