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 311
2015 Linux Conference kicks off in Auckland
Mon, 12th Jan 2015
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Many open source geeks from across the globe are gathering in Auckland to meet their fellow technologists to share the latest ideas and innovations.
Anonymous threatens cyber-revenge after Paris terror attack
Mon, 12th Jan 2015
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anonymous
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hackers
In response to the Charlie Hebdo massacre, Anonymous has announced a cyber war on jihadists, vowing to shut down terror-linked accounts.
Sony vs North Korea - everything you need to know
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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cyber attacks
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The Sony cyber attack, involving Seth Rogen, North Korea, and President Obama, was one of the biggest scandals of last year.
Move over Tinder, the beards have arrived
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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tinder
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online dating
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bristlr
Beard lovers rejoice as Bristlr, the UK's latest dating app, connects those fond of facial fuzz with proud beard owners.
Polycom predicts the future of the NZ workplace in 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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hybrid & remote work
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healthtech
Polycom reveals key tech trends for NZ's 2015 workplace, predicting a shift to more collaborative, efficient environments driven by advanced mobile tech.
Apple shouts out to developers with new records in 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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Apple kicks off 2015 with record App Store sales, earning developers over $25 billion to date and marking a historic New Year's Day.
No one gets taken in Taken 3
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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film review
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reviews
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technology gifts
Liam Neeson returns in Taken 3, dodging accusations and battling foes to protect his family, amidst action-packed yet implausible sequences.
Are Vodafone and Spark using ComCom copper prices as an excuse to charge more?
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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commerce commission
New Zealand ISPs face backlash after raising broadband prices amid uncertainty over wholesale price of copper, says InternetNZ.
Under Armour joins digital fitness club with UA Record
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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apps
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fitness
Under Armour has jumped on the digital health bandwagon with the release of the UA Record, the latest addition to the digital health and fitness network.
What to expect in education tech in 2015
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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edutech
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virtual classroom
Tech in education to soar, with a market set to hit $19bn by 2018, revolutionizing teaching methods and enhancing learning through apps.
Industry-first data plan to separate business and personal mobile data
Wed, 7th Jan 2015
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endpoint protection
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martech
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commerce systems
Good Technology unveils Good Work with Data, the first plan to split business and personal mobile data, redefining BYOD landscapes.
Sony unveils new wearables and announces new partnerships at CES 2015
Wed, 7th Jan 2015
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Sony has introduced new products, partners and experiences to its evolving SmartWear range at the CES 2015 conference.
This is why you shouldn't take people's Facebook lives seriously
Tue, 6th Jan 2015
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social media
While you leading a dull existence is most likely true, these amazing lives pasted all over your Facebook feed are most likely not.
Internet of things a dramatic change says Samsung chief
Tue, 6th Jan 2015
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consumer tech
Samsung's CEO hails the Internet of Things as a pivotal shift, promising a more efficient and connected future at CES 2015.
User experience vital in 2015, so says Kiwi creative tech firm
Tue, 6th Jan 2015
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data analytics
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martech
Improving user experience and mobile domination are the digital focus of 2015, according to Auckland-based creative tech firm bka Interactive.
Spark challenges rivals with 4G offerings
Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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uc
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4g technology
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huawei
Spark NZ leaps ahead in 4G race, covering 2/3 of the population with superior mobile data services and promising further enhancements.
Trans-Tasman telecommunications plans revealed
Thu, 18th Dec 2014
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uc
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telstra
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alcatel-lucent
Alcatel-Lucent to build Tasman Global Access, boosting NZ-Australia connectivity with a $77m cable, strengthening Asian links.
How sexist is Trademe?!
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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christmas
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returns
Trade Me's Gift Finder faces backlash for gender stereotypes, sparking a petition for its overhaul. Over 250 people demand change.
Kiwi IT solutions provider to grow revenue by 200%
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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origin it
Kiwi tech firm Origin forecasts a 200% revenue growth as global demand for their local IT solutions soars, planning to expand its team.
Facebook dumps Microsoft Bing
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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microsoft
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facebook
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bing
Social networking giant Facebook has gone its separate ways with Microsoft's Bing search engine, in favour of its own internal search engine.