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 388
More than a million lost to online scams during March
Mon, 30th Mar 2015
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scams
The national cybersafety organisation has recorded more than $1m lost to online scams during March and is seeing smartphones and tablets increasingly.
Facebook: Lots to say about the Cricket World Cup last night
Mon, 30th Mar 2015
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social networking
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Facebook buzzes as 3.7m users engage in Cricket World Cup finale, with Clarke and McCullum most discussed stars.
Oracle leading as vendor revenue grows in integrated systems market
Mon, 30th Mar 2015
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hp
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cisco
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ibm
IDC:The industry saw competitive dynamics shift with major vendors forming new partnerships. This is sure to set a new competitive landscape for 2015.
Fitbit answers your cycling prayers
Fri, 27th Mar 2015
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fitbit surge
Fitbit's Surge now tracks cycling, fulfilling a top user request with GPS, heart rate, and calories data for avid bikers.
Intermedia makes it easier for partners to sell VoIP services
Fri, 27th Mar 2015
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uc
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voip
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contact centre
Intermedia has launched its VoIP Scout network testing solution for its partners at the Channel Partners Conference in Las Vegas.
Durex releases app to help people turn their phones off
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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apps
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apple
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durex
The Durex Connect app masks users' home screens, effectively putting the handsets to sleep and removing all distractions.
Inquiry into GCSB spying claims confirmed
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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gcsb
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inspector general of intelligence and security
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travel
Office of the Inspector General of Intelligence & Security will investigate allegations of GCSB interception of communications in the South Pacific.
Samsung ups its TV-streaming game with new deals
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Samsung Smart TVs in NZ enhance streaming with exclusive Netflix and PGA Tour apps, offering unrivalled on-demand content.
Security vendors' tough battle in SMB market
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Small businesses worldwide increased content security spend by 9.6% in 2014, representing 28% of total enterprise content security market.
ANZ FastPay to include EFTPOS transactions
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
FastPay enables SMBs to take Visa and MasterCard credit and debit card payments using their smartphones. It will now include EFTPOS payments as well.
N4L double hitter at HiTech Awards
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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n4l
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awards
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online learning
Managed Network was named a finalist for Best Public Sector Technology Solution, and N4L Pond has been named as a finalist for Innovative Initiative.
Scammers target WhatsApp's new VoIP function
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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malware
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uc
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email security
With many WhatsApp users looking to get the new VoIP feature, it is likely many will fall for the scam as WhatsApp slowly releases the functionality.
ANZ to release mobile wallet for Android
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
ANZ Bank to launch mobile wallet for Android users, no word on iPhone compatibility. Wallet to be integrated into ANZ goMoney app.
Widespread malware threat on Android devices
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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malware
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gaming
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firewalls
Half of Android users at risk as a new malware threat lets attackers swap safe apps for malicious ones, claims Palo Alto Networks.
Facebook proves a winner during Cyclone Pam
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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facebook
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civil defence
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Cyclone Pam sees Bay of Plenty Civil Defence's Facebook 'likes' surge by 196%, reaching 93,845 people during the crisis.
Samsung gets tough with new tablet
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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samsung
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sap
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geoop
Samsung enters New Zealand tablet market with launch of the Galaxy Tab Active, designed for tough environments.
500,000+ students & teachers using N4L's Managed Network
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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edutech
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n4l
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managed network
Over 500,000 Kiwi students and educators now harness N4L's Managed Network, boosting digital learning nationwide.
Facebook releases elearning tools to help out businesses
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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facebook
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facebook for business
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partners
Facebook has launched two new resources for marketers and small businesses to help them grow on the platform. The resources are called Blueprint and Learn How.
Update: Kiwi tech firm well on track to meet Crowdfunding target
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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retail
New Zealand social marketplace SellShed is set to exceed funding target after 2 weeks of equity crowdfunding. #PledgeMe.
Dell's set to deliver with two new executive hires
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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network infrastructure
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customers
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cto
Dell has appointed Rory P. Read and Paul Pérez to key executive positions to strengthen its sales and enterprise technology executive team.