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 371
Xero and Dropbox - the new power couple
Tue, 30th Jun 2015
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Xero and Dropbox announce a new partnership to streamline collaboration and accounting for small businesses, promising enhanced productivity and innovation.
Act now as digital disruption approaches
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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cisco
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disruption
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bt
Only 25% of businesses are taking a proactive approach to address forthcoming digital disruption, says research.
We need more female tech role models
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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edutech
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stem
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candidates
New Zealand needs to step up its game if it wants to compete with future industry demands, according the new principal of a leading private school.
Big players upping the ante in smartwatch market
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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wearables
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apple
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samsung
Apple Watch launch propels smart watches into mainstream; big players expanding product offerings. Growth predicted until 2020.
Spark gets exclusive Sony Xperia M4 Aqua deal
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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uc
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sony
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sony xperia
Spark seizes sole UK rights to Sony's Xperia M4 Aqua, touting its stellar features at a competitive mid-range price.
Cyber bullying bill: Dark and sinister side to the internet
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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cyberbullying
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harmful digital communications act
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police
Minister of Communications Amy Adams calls on Speaker of the House to prioritize Harmful Digital Communications Bill.
Wireless charging speeding up
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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microsoft
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wpc
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wireless power consortium
Wireless charging revolution: WPC's latest Qi spec delivers 15W fast charging, promising 60% battery in 30 minutes.
Have a product that needs reviewing? We can help with that
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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email
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techday
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nato
Here at TechDay we have a team of reviewers who love playing with consumer technology, and we can help give your product some exposure.
CX solutions key to digital transformation
Fri, 26th Jun 2015
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uc
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cx
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martech
New research by reveals link between investment in customer experience and increase in profitability, revenue growth and customer retention.
Claw back that email with Gmail Undo Send
Fri, 26th Jun 2015
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gmail
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email
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personal email
Gmail users rejoice: the Undo Send function is now a permanent feature of the popular email communication tool.
Central District Police launch Facebook page
Fri, 26th Jun 2015
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facebook pages
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new zealand police
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police
Central District Police have launched their own Facebook page in an effort to engage and connect with communities.
Touch ID for BNZ mobile banking app on its way
Thu, 25th Jun 2015
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biometrics
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apps
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bnz
BNZ to offer Touch ID on its mobile banking app, giving customers easier access to their accounts. iOS update available in July.
Kids vs mobile phones - who gets more attention?
Thu, 25th Jun 2015
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avg technologies
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online safety
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mental health
One in three Kiwi kids say their parents spend as much or less time with them as on mobile devices, according to new AVG Technologies research.
Kiwis have little faith in NZ businesses when it comes to cyber attacks
Thu, 25th Jun 2015
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smb
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sme
Three out of four people think New Zealand businesses are not well prepared to manage computer hacking and keep data secure and confidential.
Xero Payroll: How it's tracking
Wed, 24th Jun 2015
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fintech
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hcm
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financial systems
Xero shares details of the launch of its New Zealand Payroll software, including new features and upcoming updates.
Cyber bullying bill edges closer despite concerns
Wed, 24th Jun 2015
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cyberbullying
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harmful digital communications act
Changes to the controversial cyber bullying bill passed committee stage at Parliament yesterday, with all parties excluding ACT supporting it.
Global Mode saga falls to big media companies
Wed, 24th Jun 2015
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uc
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global mode
Global Mode service, which allowed access to international content, will no longer be available in New Zealand from 1 September 2015.
Time nearly up for Microsoft end-of-support
Wed, 24th Jun 2015
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risk & compliance
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microsoft
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windows server 2003
Microsoft NZ urges prompt migration from Windows Server 2003 as end-of-support looms, posing significant cyber risk.
Xirrus launched SaaS solution for complete control over Wi-Fi
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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saas
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uc
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wireless networks
Xirrus launches EasyPass, a suite of services that simplifies device onboarding to Wi-Fi networks, requiring fewer steps.
How to complete a successful digital transformation
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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digital transformation
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teradata
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real time data
Mastering digital transformation: Firms must adapt to customer expectations, Teradata advises, harnessing analytics to thrive.