About Shannon
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.
Stories by Shannon - Page 290
Ransomware: New report reveals most vulnerable industry
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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Education sector most impacted by ransomware attacks, according to new report by BitSight. Over 4,000 attacks a day in 2016.
'Alarming' cyber security survey a wake up call for ANZ education sectors
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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malware
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edutech
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cybersecurity
ESET survey highlights urgent call for cyber security education reform in ANZ schools, as parents and teachers bear the brunt of responsibility.
Kiwi graduates 'unemployable', expert says
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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recruitment
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hays
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stem
Kiwi graduates lacking skills for job market, says Hays. Many may have to take non-graduate roles due to skillset gaps. #graduateemployment.
Final round of GigStart Fund open to local startups
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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uc
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Dunedin's budding innovators vie for a final slice of the £200k GigStart Fund to supercharge their tech startups.
Telco review could mean huge opportunities for NZ
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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uc
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internetnz
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gigabit
Experts and journalists are questioning the need for Gigabit fibre, but it could bring huge benefits such as faster downloads and virtual reality.
Shift towards cloud computing driving security in data centers
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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cybersecurity
Cyber threats propel demand for robust data center security, market to hit $15.49bn by 2024, says Grand View Research.
Microsoft: Data and data centers to drive fourth industrial revolution
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Microsoft's chief environmental strategist, Rob Bernard, says that the cloud must be built responsibly to power a data-driven world.
Google to roll out enterprise-class testing and personalisation product
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Google unveils free Optimize 360 for superior site testing and tailored user experiences, leveraging Analytics data.
Connected homes and IoT driving residential security systems
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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iot
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cybersecurity
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technavio
The residential security systems market is set to grow more than 7% during 2016-2020, with security cameras leading the way.
New chief as IBM NZ transforms how it does business
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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leadership
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market
IBM New Zealand announces Mike Smith as new managing director, replacing Rob Lee who is set to retire. Smith will focus on client and partner relationships.
BlackBerry bows out of hardware as smartphone business turns sour
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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cybersecurity
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google
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apple
The move gives BlackBerry a chance to survive as a pure software and services company, following years of losses for its hardware business.
Yahoo's data hack nightmare continues
Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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yahoo
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hacking
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spark
The fact that Yahoo may have known about the breach for a number of months before alerting the public shows why we need mandatory breach notification.
Digital payments continue to climb, fueled by demand for digital solutions and FinTech
Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
The demand for digital solutions and FinTech disruption fuels need to digitise transaction banking products and services beyond payments.
Zerto unveils revamped partner program, reinforces 100% channel commitment
Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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dr
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partner programmes
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cloud services
Zerto revamps partner program to offer enhanced experience to resellers and cloud service providers, driving profitability and collaboration.
Artificial intelligence: Leveraging machines to dissect ransomware DNA
Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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ai security
A new era in cybersecurity, as AI outwits ransomware and predicts attacks, transforming the digital defence game.
Business assurance vital for digital transformation
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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digital transformation
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netscout
Companies without an assurance strategy risk losing millions of dollars and trust in today's digital transformation landscape, says NetScout's CMO.
IntegrationWorks partners with Dell Boomi for Govt iPaaS
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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paas
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devops
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iaas
IntegrationWorks partners with Dell Boomi to provide government with integration platform-as-a-service offering. #technology #government.
What role does security play in the age of IoT within the enterprise?
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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iot
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iiot
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cybersecurity
IoT manufacturers must carefully test devices' reliability and security as concerns about data security rise, says Ixia.
Government launches new pathway for 'disengaged' Kiwi students
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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government
New DualPathways scheme bolsters career prospects for 'disengaged' Kiwi teens, merging school with tertiary education or training.
Auckland school gets largest-ever Govt investment
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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government
Western Springs College in central Auckland is set to receive a $79m redevelopment, the largest of its kind for a New Zealand school.