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 149
Xiaomi enters top three for first time as smartphone market picks up in Q320
Tue, 3rd Nov 2020
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smartphones
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technology gifts
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shipments
Samsung regains top spot in smartphone shipments, while Xiaomi takes third place for the first time, according to Canalys.
Chorus launches Hyperfibre across New Zealand
Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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chorus
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fibre
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hyperfibre
Chorus has launched Hyperfibre, the next-gen broadband technology, across New Zealand, offering faster speeds and changing the digital landscape for Kiwis.
Gartner: ANZ organisations increased investment in digital innovation during COVID-19
Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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gartner
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it budget
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covid-19
Over half of Australian and New Zealand CIOs have seen increased funding for digital innovation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Process automation essential to digital transformation - study
Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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digital transformation
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rpa
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process automation
Process automation is essential to digital transformation, according to 97% of IT leaders surveyed, a new report reveals.
Spark awards funding to Kiwi businesses demonstrating benefits of 5G
Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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5g
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wireless networks
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awards
Four New Zealand businesses have won Spark's 5G Starter Fund, securing a share of $625,000 to develop 5G-powered ideas.
Dell Technologies accelerates as-a-service strategy
Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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storage
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sustainable it
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network infrastructure
Dell Technologies expands its as-a-Service capabilities with Project APEX, aiming to simplify customer access to technology on-demand.
Commerce Commission moves to address rising telecommunications sector complaints
Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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commerce commission
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telco
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telecommunications act
The Commerce Commission is asking for views on what telecommunications providers could be doing better to address increasing complaints about the sector.
APAC channel ecosystem proving its worth amid new IT realities - VMware
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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virtualisation
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it automation
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partner programmes
Asia Pacific channel partners have successfully digitally transformed their operations amidst COVID-19 pressures, according to VMware research.
Index Engines enhances ransomware detection and recovery software
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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cloud services
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dr
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cyber attacks
Index Engines has announced enhancements to its ransomware detection software, CyberSense, to help organisations combat cyberattacks.
Kiwi employees optimistic about career opportunities throughout COVID-19
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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careers
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mental health
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ex
Kiwi employees remained optimistic about career growth opportunities during the COVID-19 crisis, with engagement rising 5.6%, according to Peakon research.
Gigamon and Zscaler release cloud-first network detection for fluid workforces
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
The integration of Gigamon ThreatINSIGHT and Zscaler is accelerating digital transformation timelines, according to reports.
Microsoft, Adobe and C3.ai 're-invent' CRM with artificial intelligence
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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crm
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microsoft
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digital transformation
The dynamics of the market and the mandates of digital transformation have dramatically changed CRM market requirements.
2020's nastiest malware revealed
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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ddos
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ransomware
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malware
Phishing, botnets, and ransomware are the top cybersecurity threats of 2020, taking advantage of the global pandemic, according to Webroot.
Vodafone enables 5G roaming in hope of future international travel
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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5g
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wireless networks
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roaming services
Vodafone NZ has become the first operator in Aotearoa to enable 5G roaming, to Australia and three other countries.
Nokia: Cyber attacks on internet-connected devices on the rise
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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smartphones
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ddos
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iot
Cyberattacks on internet-connected devices continue to rise at an alarming rate due to poor security protections.
Illumio commits to channel-only vision for APAC
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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partner programmes
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illumio
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ndi
The decision to commit to a full channel-only strategic vision in APAC comes alongside the expansion of its channel program and supporting infrastructure.
Gartner: The 10 rules CIOs must follow for rapid IT cost reduction
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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gartner
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cost
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ndi
COVID-19 forces CIOs to find immediate IT cost savings, says Gartner. IT spending expected to contract globally. #COVID19 #ITcostsavings.
One in four Kiwis looking to upskill to boost employability
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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recruitment
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skills gap
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employment
One in four New Zealanders plan to upskill in the next 6-12 months, driven by career changes and the fear of unemployment, says Finder.
BigCommerce unveils Partner Awards winners
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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seo
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martech
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partner programmes
Now in its third year, the annual awards program recognises top-performing partners among BigCommerces global network.
Backups as a last line of defence are under threat
Tue, 27th Oct 2020
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malware
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virtualisation
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cloud services
Malware can incrementally overwrite and encrypt backups, rendering them inadequate as an insurance policy against ransomware.
Demand for stay-at-home entertainment sees smart speaker market soar
Tue, 27th Oct 2020
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apple
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digital music
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technology gifts
Global smart speaker market set to reach 163 million units in 2021, with Mainland China leading the way, according to Canalys.
Digital payments fuelling fraud surge during COVID-19 crisis
Tue, 27th Oct 2020
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open source
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cybersecurity
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covid-19
Digital payments are driving a multibillion-dollar fraud surge worldwide, fueled by the rapid adoption of mobile apps and online channels during the pandemic.
By 2025, half of all work tasks will be handled by machines
Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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ai
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skillsoft
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exabeam
Half of all work tasks set to be done by machines by 2025, says World Economic Forum report. This could worsen inequality, warn experts.
Cybersecurity market continues meteoric ascent
Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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vpn
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cybersecurity
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nordvpn
The cybersecurity market continues its meteoric ascent, with cybercrime damages increasing significantly, according to the World Economic Forum.