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 448
Durex releases app to help people turn their phones off
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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personal computing devices
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apps
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apple
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
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
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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smartphones
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malware
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gaming
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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twitter
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civil defence
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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pledgeme
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sellshed
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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.
New Zealanders part of global opposition to USA big brother mass surveillance
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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surveillance
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microsoft
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amnesty international
Amnesty International says people want Google, Microsoft and Yahoo to secure their communications to prevent government access.
New strategic alliance for Mindfull and WhereScape
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The potential for better business performance has encouraged Mindfull and WhereScape to form a new strategic alliance for the New Zealand market.
Consumers still wary when it comes to mobile payments
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
While mobile and digital payments are on the rise, the majority of consumers still have concerns with adoption of the technology.
Social media phishing attacks pose large threat to businesses
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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network infrastructure
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phishing
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email security
Dell's Ian Hodge says cyber criminals are evolving their methods of phishing attacks, using social media to hook people and expose vulnerabilities.
BAE Systems Applied Intelligence has a new Aussie GM
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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uc
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digital transformation
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government
Shah will focus on executing the business’ growth strategy, particularly in the government, financial services, telecommunications and energy sectors.