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 326
What is two factor authentication and why should you use it?
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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NetSafe says two-factor authentication can boost a user's security by simply requiring something they know and something they have.
Chinese start up included in Lightning Lab accelerator programme
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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Kiwi firm Lightning Lab welcomes Chinese startup LiangMa to its business accelerator programme, promoting cultural exchange and investment opportunities.
Should a woman act more like a man to succeed at work?
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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New study investigates why women are underrepresented in C-suite executive roles, with less than 20% of executives being women.
Intel Security enters MSP agreement with CYBER-i
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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agc networks
Intel Security has partnered with CYBER-i to offer outcome-based managed security services, due to increasing cyber threats.
Wynyard lands $3.3 million advdanced cyber analytics contract
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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risk & compliance
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wynyard group
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risk management
Security software firm Wynyard Group has entered into a new agreement with a large, unnamed consulting and risk management firm, worth $3.3 million.
Flexi Buy 'reckless', fined $50,000 following ComCom report
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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Flexi Buy fined £50k following Commerce Commission's report on mobile trader industry, as investigations into other companies continue.
Tinder matchmaker? Yes please
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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apm
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software development
Tinder's latest twist: play Cupid for your friends with a new matchmaking feature, letting you share profiles and spread the love.
Vodafone brings Telecommunications-as-a-Service to Govt
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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government
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Careers New Zealand has entered into a partnership agreement with Vodafone, becoming one of the first government agencies to adopt TaaS.
Kiwi company launches safety app for businesses
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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get home safe
Queenstown-based app company, GetHomeSafe, has released a second safety app after receiving demand from businesses in need of a workforce tracking tool.
Hybrid cloud giving leading firms competitive edge, says IBM
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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hybrid cloud
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predictive intelligence
Hybrid cloud strategies are benefiting businesses, giving them a competitive advantage and allowing them to monetise data, according to IBM.
Converged infrastructure spend on the rise, Cisco benefiting
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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ibm
Spending on converged infrastructure set to increase in 2016, with 79% of enterprises planning to spend more. #ITinvestments.
PledgeMe targets social enterprise with Ākina partnership
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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social enterprise
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PledgeMe and charity Ākina Foundation join forces to support New Zealand social enterprises in fundraising efforts.
Digital not just a buzzword for Kiwi IT leaders
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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data analytics
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big data
Cyber security, big data, mobile platforms, cloud computing and social technology are some of the digital issues that are important to IT leaders.
NZ impresses at international education summit
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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edutech
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schools
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international summit on the teaching profession
NZ's Communities of Learning caught the eye of several international education experts at the annual International Summit on the Teaching Profession.
Kiwi game developer students hit commercial success
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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media design school
Students from New Zealand's Media Design School are celebrating the official commercial release of their game Split.
Govt's online patient portal going strong
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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healthtech
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healthcare
Over 100,000 Kiwis now manage their health online as Govt's patient portal thrives, reveals Health Minister Coleman.
New Spotify feature helps users 'discover' undiscovered music
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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digital entertainment
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spotify
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digital music
Spotify unveils 'Fresh Finds', a new weekly feature curated to spotlight emerging talents before they hit the big time.
You know you need these cat apps
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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app store
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technology gifts
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banking
Do a quick 'cat' search on the App Store and you will lose most of life browsing through pages and pages of beautiful cat-dedicated apps.
The 21st century ICT race is on, says Labour
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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labour party
New Zealand urged to capitalize on global tech opportunities amid growing competition, says Labour's ICT spokesperson.
Is managed security the answer to cyber crime?
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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threat landscape
Businesses need to stay on top of emerging cyber threats, as hackers are becoming more resourceful, says CenturyLink.