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 349
New govt initiative to help SMBs with finance
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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fintech
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smb
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finance, leasing & rental
New section on business.govt.nz website offers small businesses guidance on tax and finance, helping them save time and money.
Semble mobile wallet does well at Innovation awards
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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mobile wallet
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semble
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awards
Kiwi startup Semble's mobile wallet triumphs at NZ Innovators Awards, securing high commendations and multiple finalist nods.
Adoption of iOS 9 huge, despite Wi-Fi Assist failings
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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wireless networks
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ios
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apple
Despite initial glitches and WiFi Assist controversies, iOS 9 adoption has soared to 61%, outpacing iOS 8 and older versions, says Apple.
Cybersecurity arms race to escalate in 2016
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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ddos
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iam
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cybersecurity
Spending on cybersecurity protection is set to exceed $37 billion, as organisations increase spending to keep their businesses, data, and users safe.
Xero customer accounts compromised
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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data protection
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fintech
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financial systems
NZ's Xero urges password reset after a rise in phishing scams breaches customer accounts. Users advised to bolster computer security.
Ruckus Wireless new acquisition to simplify Wi-Fi onboarding
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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network infrastructure
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Ruckus Wireless has acquired Cloudpath Networks, a privately held provider of secure Wi-Fi onboarding software.
Advisory group named for Māori ICT Development
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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maori in tech
Eight people appointed to Māori ICT Development Fund Expert Advisory Group to support Māori economic development.
Bitdefender updates mobile security and antivirus offering
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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endpoint protection
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edr
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av
Bitdefender boosts mobile defence with mugshot-snapping feature to outfox snoops and smart-trusted network recognition.
More women in management, says Statistics NZ
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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statistics nz
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qualifications
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women in technology
Women are now almost as likely as men to work in managerial roles, according to a new report from Statistics New Zealand.
AUT professor takes out innovation award
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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aut
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kode biotech
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awards
AUT's biotech pioneer, Prof Steve Henry, scoops top prize at NZ Innovators Awards for cancer disguise tech set to revolutionise treatment.
Fonterra's fingerprinting technology wins innovation award
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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fonterra
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ministry of primary industries
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dairynz
Fonterra's research and development arm has taken out the Innovation Excellence in Research award at the New Zealand Innovators Awards.
Amy Adams shuts down Labour potshots at RBI
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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uc
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rural broadband initiative
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broadband
Labour Party criticizes government's rural broadband plans, claiming cable between Wairoa and Tuai serves only one company.
Compliance across the board essential, says Concur
Mon, 26th Oct 2015
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cloud services
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concur
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managing director
Compliance is essential when managing finances within a business, according to Concur, who says it is impossible to manage money without it.
Spark appoints CGO as first step in Givealitte transition gets underway
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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uc
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givealittle
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spark
Spark has appointed a chief giving officer, as the company looks to move the management of the Givealittle foundation within Spark.
Specialist Windows 10 training for Kiwi businesses
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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microsoft
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windows
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education, learning & training
With Windows 10 landing, Auldhouse Computer Training is offering NZ businesses training courses to help their staff master the new operating system.
Data integrity top ambition for CFOs
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
CFOs prioritize data integrity as key to accurate insights and business transformation, says Adaptive Insights report.
Spark, Chorus and Vodafone to pay bulk of $50 million TDR
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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uc
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chorus
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commerce commission
Spark, Chorus and Vodafone will pay almost 90% of the contributions towards the 50 million Telecommunications Development Levy for 2014/15.
Lincoln University students win Jade Software prize
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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lincoln university
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jade software
Christchurch is being lauded as a 'hotspot for IT' by a Lincoln University graduate who has jointly won a Jade Software prize.
Digital transformation driving IT spending in higher education
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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edutech
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digital transformation
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higher education
Higher education IT spending in the Asia Pacific region is expected to significantly increase by 2019, thanks to digital transformation initiatives.
IBM Cloud to the rescue: Kiwi app developer jumps ship
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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iaas
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cloud services
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ibm
New Zealand's CLOUD M switches to IBM Cloud, significantly boosting emergency alert app's speed and reliability.