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 402

The apps sucking the life out of your phone
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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smartphones
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power / energy
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cloud services
The latest report from AVG Technologies reveals what the top apps are for draining battery life on Android devices.

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.

A third of Australians not in chosen career
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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saas
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edutech
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moocs
With such high proportions of graduates moving into different careers, Australia’s education system must prepare students for an uncertain future.

Adoption of iOS 9 huge, despite Wi-Fi Assist failings
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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smartphones
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wireless networks
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personal computing devices
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 tech
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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volution
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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telco
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rural broadband initiative
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
Compliance is essential when managing finances within a business, according to Concur, who says it is impossible to manage money without it.

Konica Minolta adds value with Developer Support Program Conference
Mon, 26th Oct 2015
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software development
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printing
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konica minolta
Konica Minolta hosted its first Developer Support Program Conference in Sydney, introducing software developers to a new world of possibilities.

Ricoh Australia reduces carbon footprint
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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cleantech
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printing
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ricoh
Ricoh Australia slashes emissions per employee by 20%, reaffirming its eco-dedication with carboNZero recertification.

Spark appoints CGO as first step in Givealitte transition gets underway
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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uc
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telco
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givealittle
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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it training
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microsoft
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windows
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.