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 314
NZ and Aus govt need to step up online, study finds
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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government
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university of otago
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online services
A new study has found that central government agencies in New Zealand and Australia are performing poorly in terms of online responsiveness.
NZ healthcare sector going mobile
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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healthtech
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mobility
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kinross group
Healthcare of New Zealand Holdings is partnering with Kinross Group to trial mobile tech, aiming to cut costs and enhance service for healthcare professionals.
Cyber threats evolving at a rapid pace
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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casb
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forcepoint
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cyber attacks
Cyber threats are rapidly evolving, warns Forcepoint's Global Threat Report, with severe consequences for businesses.
New channel manager for MuleSoft
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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firewalls
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network security
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converged infrastructure
MuleSoft appoints new channel manager for Australia and New Zealand to support go-to-market strategies and sales momentum.
Kiwi school takes out Robotics championships
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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robots
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schools
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nztech
Auckland's Lynfield College clinches the high school excellence title at the VEX Robotics World Championships, continuing NZ's winning streak.
Big data creates need for data scientists, according to expert
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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data analytics
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data science
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martech
Organisations should consider creating roles for data scientists as big data continues to provide valuable insights, says Teradata.
Kiwi universities and businesses targeted by scammers
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Kiwi universities and businesses targeted by ransomware scammers, warns Computer Forensics NZ. Attacks becoming increasingly common.
Rolleston leading the pack in UFB adoption
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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uc
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enable networks
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ufb
Rolleston sets the pace with over 50% Ultra-Fast Broadband uptake, outstripping national average and embodying 'town of the future' vision.
Service vendors look to multi-skilled professionals to add depth
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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devops
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it automation
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apm
Multidisciplinary skills in professionals are in demand as service vendors strive to stay competitive, according to a report by Technology Business Research.
Service providers a weak link in cybersecurity
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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uc
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Businesses that allow their service providers to access sensitive data are at risk of a cyberattack, warns consulting firm Protiviti.
Software-defined WAN gaining traction
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Software-defined WAN tech surges as firms seek digital edge, says Silver Peak, likening its rise to cloud's revolutionary debut.
IoT bringing more security concerns, says expert
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
The rise of the Internet of Things across industries is bringing with it a new wave of security concerns, and business need to be aware.
$1 million in grants for Sign Language projects
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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government
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sign language
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online tools
The New Zealand government grants over USD $1 million from the NZSL Fund to support projects enhancing the use and proficiency of New Zealand Sign Language.
Carrier cloud providers reassessing public cloud strategies
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Carrier cloud providers are reassessing their public cloud strategies due to competition from incumbents like AWS.
Another multi-million upgrade for Auckland school
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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e-learning
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government
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modernisation
Riverhead School in North-West Auckland is set to receive a $9.4 million upgrade, including a new classroom block and administration building.
Govt announce intellectual property regime
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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physical security
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mbie
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intellectual property
The British government launches study on creative sector's interaction with copyright and designs in a changing technological landscape.
Change is brewing: Leadership shakeup over at Spark
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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uc
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digital transformation
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spark
Managing director Simon Moutter says the changes to its starting line up will help steer the company through its next phase of transformation.
Kiwi drone start-up takes out innovation award
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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drones
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callaghan innovation
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nab show
Dotteral's creative solution to reducing UAV noise earned them a place at the Callaghan Innovation New Zealand pavilion at the NAB Show.
New technologies lead Govt to overhaul transport sector rules
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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government
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uber
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modernisation
New Zealand overhauls transport rules to accommodate new technologies and streamline small passenger services.
FreeviewPlus now on satellite
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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spacetech
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digital entertainment
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tv
Freeview New Zealand has expanded its FreeviewPlus service to include satellite, increasing access to on-demand content for all Kiwi viewers.