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 407
NZ needs more tech investment, or else
Tue, 20th Oct 2015
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grant thornton international
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r&d
New Zealand's lack of investment in Research & Development is hampering its business growth, says Grant Thornton Global Dynamism Index.
Government names names for Data Future Group
Tue, 20th Oct 2015
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government
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data futures partnership
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partners
The Government has revealed the Data Futures Partnership led by Dame Diana Robertson to enhance data use and ethical guidelines in New Zealand.
Voting open for favourite Rugby World Cup moments
Fri, 16th Oct 2015
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facebook
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rugby world cup
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partners
Rugby World Cup fans are going to be able to vote on a new category at the World Rugby Awards, via a hash tag on Facebook.
1 in 20 NZ broadband connections through fibre
Fri, 16th Oct 2015
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uc
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fibre
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telco
Fibre broadband is doubling in popularity among Kiwis, now making up 1 in 20 connections, with over 100,000 fibre-optic setups nationwide.
Don't let poor design cost you; Zeald is here to help
Fri, 16th Oct 2015
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martech
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smb
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zeald
Many NZ businesses have outdated and ineffective websites, says online marketing company Zeald. Offers free audit service to improve performance.
Sony Xperia Z5 series comes to NZ
Fri, 16th Oct 2015
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smartphones
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sony
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sony xperia
Sony's cutting-edge Xperia Z5 hits NZ shelves next week, offering a top-tier camera and two-day battery life, says Sony Mobile's Featherstone.
Kiwis go nuts over streaming - data usage higher than ever
Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The increase in data usage coincides with a large increase in the proportion of broadband connections that have no data cap.
Is YouTube allowed in the classroom?
Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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youtube
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netsafe
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extend
What are the rules around this content shared on YouTube? Are schools and teachers allowed to freely show videos loaded on YouTube in the classroom?.
Digital citizens need more vigilance about online safety
Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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online security
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nfp
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nca
Digital citizens, from consumers and SMBs to multinationals, are being encouraged to increase their awareness about safe internet use.
Truly wireless headphones making their case on Kickstarter
Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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digital entertainment
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kickstarter
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wireless headphones
Alpha Audiotronics in the U.S. have launched a Kickstarter campaign with the goal of launching truly wireless ear buds – Skybuds.
Calling all CIOs: Gartner expo comes to Gold Coast
Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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gartner symposium
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analyst report
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banking
The event features key presentations from CIOs from high profile organisations in Australia will discuss digital transformation and leadership.
Apple cuts the cord with new wireless accessories
Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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cleantech
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple goes wireless, reinventing the iMac with Magic accessories and stunning Retina displays for a sleeker, more powerful desktop experience.
FireEye extends threat intelligence for enterprise
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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breach prevention
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personal computing devices
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fireeye
The release enables enterprises to adapt endpoint protection utilising new visibility into their endpoint and insight from cloud and real-time feeds.
LogMeIn buys LastPass, embraces BYOA trends in enterprise
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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lastpass
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logmein
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byoa
LogMeIn is building a product and go-to-market strategy that embraces BYOA and introduces new ways to help businesses secure access to sensitive info.
Free professional learning with Connected Educator initiative
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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netsafe
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core education
NetSafe joins the Connected Educator initiative to promote online safety resources for teachers. Open until 16 October.
New social media tool to 'revolutionise' event engagement
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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social media
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staging connections
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event
Staging Connections rebrands its social media engagement tool, naming it Event Feed, to reflect its enhanced functionality.
New project from NetSafe to help educators teach online privacy
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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data privacy
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netsafe
OWLS is a resource to support teachers as they teach the concepts of privacy online to primary and intermediate school students.
Council ups it game on its Government UFB bid
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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uc
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telco
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rural broadband initiative
South Taranaki District Council is seeking feedback on an initiative to establish a Digital Development Fund of up to $1 million.
Innovation cells top priority for APAC business
Mon, 12th Oct 2015
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hybrid cloud
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centurylink
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analyst report
APAC businesses prioritise innovation cells for agility amid CEO concerns over financial pressures and evolving business models.
Where is Auckland's free Wi-Fi?
Mon, 12th Oct 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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auckland council
Auckland offers free Wi-Fi in several locations since its 2011 Rugby World Cup expansion. Users can enjoy 1GB daily across 60+ zones.