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 212
Vodafone enables 5G roaming in hope of future international travel
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
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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ddos
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iot
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nokia
Cyberattacks on internet-connected devices continue to rise at an alarming rate due to poor security protections.
Gartner: The 10 rules CIOs must follow for rapid IT cost reduction
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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cost
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analyst report
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payroll
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 shortage
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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.
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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dr
Malware can incrementally overwrite and encrypt backups, rendering them inadequate as an insurance policy against ransomware.
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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sas
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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vpns
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
The cybersecurity market continues its meteoric ascent, with cybercrime damages increasing significantly, according to the World Economic Forum.
Verizon launches international private 5G platform
Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Verizon Business launches international private 5G platform with Nokia, enabling businesses to deploy dedicated 5G networks.
Kiwis dont care enough about cybersecurity
Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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edge security
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cybersecurity
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nztech
COVID-19 has increased New Zealand's reliance on digital devices, but Kiwis aren't adapting their cybersecurity habits, says NZTech CEO.
ANZ marketers have data and analytics challenges to overcome
Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Marketers in Australia and New Zealand are facing a new growth mandate, with 93% prioritising marketing-led growth, according to Salesforce Datorama.
Acronis expands global data centre network, including new facilities in NZ
Wed, 21st Oct 2020
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cybersecurity
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acronis
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cloud data center
The expansion ensures that the full range of Acronis Cyber Protection Solutions will be available to partners and organisations around the world.
Average person has 100 passwords - study
Wed, 21st Oct 2020
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cybersecurity
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passwords
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password manager
Average users now have around 100 passwords, a 25% increase from earlier this year, likely due to increased app downloads during lockdown, says NordPass.
Microsoft, Verizon join forces to accelerate delivery of 5G applications
Wed, 21st Oct 2020
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uc
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iot
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iiot
Verizon and Microsoft are teaming up to create new ways for enterprises to accelerate the delivery of fast and secure 5G applications.
Workplace from Facebook study reveals disconnect between frontline and HQ leaders due to COVID-19
Wed, 21st Oct 2020
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workplace
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workplace by facebook
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covid-19
Frontline leaders are being blocked from strategic decision making compared to their HQ counterparts, despite pandemic pressures.
Majority of industrial enterprises face increase cyber threats since COVID-19
Wed, 21st Oct 2020
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cybersecurity
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claroty
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covid-19
Leadership's top cyber security priority was implementing new technology solutions since the onset of the pandemic.
Secureworks: Remote working exposes new security vulnerabilities
Mon, 19th Oct 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
New vulnerabilities have emerged as IT teams respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, with cybercriminals targeting remote work transitions, says Secureworks.
Increased demand from enterprises to close digital gaps at the edge
Fri, 16th Oct 2020
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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edge computing
Digital service providers are forecast to increase private connectivity by five times the current rates between 2019 and 2023.
Gartner: Three trends that will impact the future of the supply chain
Fri, 16th Oct 2020
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supply chain
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inventory management systems
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analyst report
Supply chains are undergoing a major evolution that will require increased agility, digitalisation, and sustainability, according to Gartner analysis.
Dell Technologies: Digital transformation accelerating due to COVID-19
Thu, 15th Oct 2020
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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multi-cloud
Organisations are accelerating digital transformation during the pandemic, with fast-tracked programs and business model reinvention, says Dell research.