About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 401
Cloud-based start ups see success in round two of Gig-Start funding
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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uc
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cloud services
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chorus
Dunedin's Gig-Start Fund propels cloud-based innovators, with three startups winning $20,000 each in a fierce 'Dragons Den' battle.
Data, technology and finance know-how vital to success
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Board-level marketers must upskill in data and technology to secure leadership positions, according to a study by Econsultancy and Oracle Marketing Cloud.
The Connected Journey - WiFi essential for passenger transport
Thu, 12th Nov 2015
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fleet management
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Mobile devices have become standard in nearly all aspects of life, with Wi-Fi availability on public transport becoming essential, says Icomera.
Want to know how Zeald can make your website smarter?
Tue, 10th Nov 2015
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martech
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zeald
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development
Discover how Zeald's savvy strategies turbocharged Adroit Builders' web enquiries, bolstering Auckland's bespoke construction industry.
Innovators wanted for wireless charging contest
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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wireless nation
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integrated device technology
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chip
The contest asks electronics experts and tinkerers alike to offer creative ways to incorporate wireless charging capabilities into products.
Educators need to get involved in Education Act review
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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edutech
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nzei te riu roa
New Zealand educators are being urged to contribute to the review of the Education Act to ensure quality, free public education.
Wireless broadband in public safety market expected to soar
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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cybersecurity
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emergency services
The global wireless broadband in public safety market is set to reach $22.9bn by 2020, according to a new study.
Business Intelligence crucial for NZ business
Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
NZ firms to embrace Business Intelligence, as experts predict a surge in BI investment, necessitating strategic planning.
NZQA urges parents to help students prepare for exams
Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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apps
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nzqa
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qualifications
NZQA calls on parents to support the 145,000 students facing NCEA exams with practical study advice and environments.
Augen's NZ-Vietnam model recognised at Vietnam's IT Excellence Awards
Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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bupa
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awards
Auckland-based Augen Software wins Emerging Enterprise category at Vietnam's IT Excellence Awards, raising New Zealand ICT profile.
Consent: The rules around sexting
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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texting
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sexting
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aras
The advice on consent in sexting differs from general sex advice articles, according to a study by A.A. Hasinoff from the University of Colorado.
Cyber security firm releases remote admin capabilities
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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cybersecurity
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thales
Thales uproots traditional HSM management, launching nifty remote admin features targeting data centres and cloud migrations.
New investment tool launched by Treasury
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The UK Government has launched a new tool to help organisations assess the costs and benefits of social policy initiatives.
Garmin takes on Fitbit with new heart rate watches
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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fitbit
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garmin
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retail
Garmin challenges Fitbit with its new Forerunner series, featuring wrist-based heart rate tracking for NZ$429 to NZ$679, available late 2015.
Wi-Fi is must-have for Kiwi holidaymakers
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
Wi-Fi is a must-have for Kiwis booking holiday homes, with 32% more likely to rent in the next year, according to a survey.
New Windows 10 security solutions from ESET released
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Anti-virus security firm ESET has announced the availability of its new security solutions for Windows home users.
ANZ updates FastPay app to include Eftpos
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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fintech
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mobile wallet
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anz bank
ANZ extends its FastPay app to EFTPOS, allowing merchants to process smartphone payments. New card reader also introduced for faster transactions.
Education Minister heads to Finland
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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edutech
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ministry of education
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partners
Parata described how NZ has developed the Communities of Learning model to focus on how all kids can do better through collaboration between schools.
Navman Wireless releases latest GPS software
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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fleet management
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navman wireless
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gps
Navman Wireless unveils Navman Wireless DIRECTOR, an advanced GPS software crafted to transform fleet management with insightful, scalable features.
Southeast Asian innovators head to NZ
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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startups
The initiative is designed to strengthen links between businesspeople in the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) and those in New Zealand.