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 310
Gartner names 11 Cool Vendors from ANZ for 2016
Wed, 25th May 2016
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devops
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apm
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risk & compliance
Eleven businesses from Australia & NZ have been named in Gartner's 2016 Cool Vendors series as digitalisation drives strong innovation in the region.
Security breaches: When, not if
Wed, 25th May 2016
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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ixia
Ixia warns that security breaches are an inevitable 'when', urging businesses to adopt a 360-degree network approach for robust defence.
New senior VP/CIO for Adobe as it pushes cloud business
Wed, 25th May 2016
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martech
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supply chain
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cloud services
Adobe appoints Cynthia Stoddard as SVP and CIO to lead its cloud strategy and develop scalable technology infrastructure.
The extended trailer for Independence Day 2 is here and holy sh..
Wed, 25th May 2016
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film
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moth
The folks over at 20th Century Fox have released an extended trailer for Independence Day: Resurgence and OH MY GOD.
How to prevent security breaches when patching is not an option
Wed, 25th May 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Palo Alto Networks is warning businesses that rely too much on software patches, saying they could fall victim to 'zero day' vulnerabilities.
Unisys turns focus on Asia Pacific with expanded leadership team
Wed, 25th May 2016
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data analytics
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planning
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bi
Unisys expands its APAC team with the appointment of Corrine Murphy as director of planning and operations for the region.
Cloud essential to meet growing customer demands
Tue, 24th May 2016
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cloud services
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fronde
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retail
Fronde champions cloud solutions for retailers to innovate and meet the surging demand for personalised shopping experiences.
Big data and analytics a $187 billion opportunity
Tue, 24th May 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Global revenues for big data and business analytics are set to explode, with IDC forecasting a growth to over $187 billion in 2019.
Cybersecurity risk-management vital, says expert
Tue, 24th May 2016
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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risk management
Cybersecurity risk-management is not only vitally important to individuals, businesses & governments around the globe - it's very tough to get right.
Kiwi SMBs make 'huge contribution' to NZ economy
Tue, 24th May 2016
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government
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smb
Government emphasizes role of small businesses in New Zealand economy with release of latest small businesses factsheet.
Christchurch schools to benefit from $200,000 donation from SKY
Tue, 24th May 2016
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healthtech
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sky
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earthquakes
Christchurch's quake-hit schools to get new turfs from SKY's generous £200k donation, boosting post-disaster recovery.
Move over IoT: Analytics of Things is here
Tue, 24th May 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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iot
The potential of the Internet of Things is underestimated, according to Teradata, who stress the importance of analytics.
New Zealand needs to get ready for IoT
Tue, 24th May 2016
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iot
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huawei
New Zealand's first IoT Innovation Forum, hosted by Huawei at Auckland Viaduct Event Centre, urges the nation to prepare for a hyper-connected future.
NZ leading the way with app-based transport, global report finds
Tue, 24th May 2016
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government
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international transport forum
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best practice
New Zealand leading the way in regulating app-based transport services, says report from the International Transport Forum.
Geeks on Wheels lands in Dunedin
Tue, 24th May 2016
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uc
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geeks on wheels
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ufb
Geeks on Wheels has launched in Dunedin in response to increased demand in the area following the rollout of UFB.
CIOs need to examine data center options now
Fri, 20th May 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
The time has come for IT professionals to thoroughly examine their data center options, with multiple demands on corporate CIOs never being greater.
Ironic? Kiwis worried about privacy of public social media accounts
Fri, 20th May 2016
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government
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social media
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colmar brunton
Survey unveils Kiwis' privacy fears; most oppose gov't eyeing up their social media data, trumping credit or criminal concerns.
Software AG bolsters ANZ team to drive channel & partner growth
Fri, 20th May 2016
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digital transformation
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cloud services
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software ag
Software AG appoints Ana Travers as partner and alliance manager for Australia and New Zealand, with a focus on driving channel and partner growth.
Digital services and technology vendors forced to change approach
Fri, 20th May 2016
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martech
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marketing
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tbr
Digital marketing services and technology vendors are having to adapt their campaigns as customer demand changes, says a report by Technology Business Research.
Auckland Council launches Buzzed campaign to target city's youth
Fri, 20th May 2016
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auckland council
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buzzed
Buzzed will feature stories designed to stimulate conversation on the real impacts of alcohol and drugs to inspire change.