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 295
ESET discovers new Android botnet controlled by Twitter
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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x
ESET uncovers a novel Android botnet, Android/Twitoor, controlled via Twitter instead of a traditional server, marking a first in mobile malware tactics.
Rackspace shakes up cloud strategy in new $4.3 billion deal
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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multi-cloud
Rackspace is set to become a private company under a USD $4.3 billion deal with Apollo Global Management, aiming for growth in the managed cloud industry.
Equinox IT continues consulting expansion with Fronde hire
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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microsoft
Equinox IT has announced the appointment of former AWS Fronde architect Sasan Rashidmardani, a the company grows its consulting services.
MYOB seeks NZ success with new hire
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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fintech
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financial systems
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myob
MYOB has appointed a new lead for its New Zealand SME division, as the company looks to drive success in the market.
The top 10 emerging risks in cybersecurity
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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devops
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casb
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apm
Insider threats and ageing vulnerabilities among top 10 cybersecurity risks, says Gartner's expert at Johannesburg conference.
Lenovo and Microsoft strengthen strategic ties
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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microsoft
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lenovo
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technology gifts
Lenovo will now offer Microsoft productivity apps on its Android devices, deepening the strategic relationship between the two companies.
Chorus CEO to step down
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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uc
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chorus
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ufb
Chorus looks to future as CEO Mark Ratcliffe announces mid-2017 departure, after steering the firm since landmark 2011 demerger.
Increase in data centers across the globe driving fiber optic market
Fri, 26th Aug 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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data centre operators
The increase in the amount of data centers across the globe is driving fiber optic connector growth, according to new forecasts.
HP confirms pricing for Elite x3, reveals NZ availability
Fri, 26th Aug 2016
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hp
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mobility
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hp elite
HP has confirmed the NZ pricing for the HP Elite x3, while at the same timing unveiling when the hotly-anticipated product will be available to Kiwis.
DCIM market on the rise, prominent players dominating market share
Fri, 26th Aug 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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healthtech
DCIM market set to skyrocket to £2.2 bn by 2024, with key players like Emerson and Schneider Electric leading a fierce competitive race.
What businesses can learn from Pokémon Go success
Fri, 26th Aug 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reffind
The popularity of the Pokémon Go app spread like wildfire across the globe. Its success is something businesses should take note of.
Video streaming issues high on consumer dissatisfaction list, mobility report finds
Thu, 25th Aug 2016
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digital entertainment
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ericsson
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video
Ericsson reveals how evolving apps and video streaming are impacting network performance and customer loyalty in New Zealand.
Intel targets all-in-one headset and Microsoft partnership to bring VR into the mainstream
Thu, 25th Aug 2016
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semiconductors
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ar, vr & metaverse
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microsoft
Intel has made its move into the virtual reality market, launching an untethered all-in-one handset and announcing a partnership with Microsoft.
Service providers struggling in declining Asia Pacific IT services market
Thu, 25th Aug 2016
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it services
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modernisation
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analyst report
Top IT firms in APeJ grapple with market shrinkage and stiffer competition, as sector faces 2.1% slump amid economic shifts.
Whānau Tahi strengthens IT play with health IT acquisition
Thu, 25th Aug 2016
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healthtech
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simplhealth
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acquisition
Whānau Tahi is strengthening its IT play, confirming its acquisition of health IT specialist firm SimplHealth.
Kiwi crime fighting startup takes out international competition
Wed, 24th Aug 2016
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saas
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saastr
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auror
Crime fighting software firm Auror has been recognised on the international stage and represent NZ at the 2017 SaaStr conference in San Francisco.
CIOs and the IT department back in front with data projects
Wed, 24th Aug 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
CIOs and IT teams now hold responsibility for data projects in Australia and New Zealand businesses, finds Teradata.
New $2 million fund to help prepare NZ for digital age
Wed, 24th Aug 2016
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government
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new zealand law foundation
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partners
The New Zealand government has launched a $2m independent research fund to prepare the country for the information age.
BlackBerry momentum building in ANZ
Wed, 24th Aug 2016
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blackberry
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technology gifts
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partners
BlackBerry is continuing to expand its presence in Australia & NZ, announcing the addition of several enterprise software customers to its portfolio.
Dicker Data NZ launches marketing portal for resellers
Wed, 24th Aug 2016
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dicker data
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resellers
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distributors
Dicker Data launches Reseller Portal to provide first port of call for promotions and expand suite of capabilities.