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 228
Remote working: Four things businesses must do now
Mon, 13th Apr 2020
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dlp
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
The COVID-19-10 outbreak has seen remote working shift from being a business perk to the new way of life for many employees and businesses across the world.
Google leads donations as tech sector pledges US$1.4 billion to COVID-19 crisis
Mon, 13th Apr 2020
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network infrastructure
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digital entertainment
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healthtech
Tech giants donate over $1.4bn to combat COVID-19 crisis. Google leads with $800m, followed by Cisco ($225m) and Facebook ($120m).
LogRhythm expands leadership team with new CRO
Fri, 10th Apr 2020
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siem
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recruitment
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logrhythm
LogRhythm appoints Mitchell Rowe as new CRO, bolstering its leadership team. Rowe, ex-Ivanti CRO, aims to drive global sales and customer satisfaction.
The COVID-19 fight: InternetNZ to hold online meeting on contact tracing technology
Fri, 10th Apr 2020
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government
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internetnz
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online resource
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced contact tracing technology will be one of the three pillars in New Zealand's strategy to contain COVID-19.
No surprise: Vodafone calls and data usage up as week three of lockdown sets in
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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uc
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digital entertainment
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youtube
Calls and data usage on the Vodafone network remain high, according to Vodafone NZ who has released its latest network report in week 3 of lockdown.
COVID-19: ChristchurchNZ announces $200,000 business support subsidy
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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smb
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covid-19
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partners
The subsidy is being delivered as part of a wider business support package during phase one of a Christchurch Economic Recovery Package.
COVID-19: Telco cloud revenue from 5G to drop by 25%
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
COVID-19 is set to disrupt telco cloud revenue from 5G by up to 30%, leading to a potential shortfall of up to USD $3 billion, according to ABI Research.
Fear of breaking social norms in the workplace behind high job turnover
Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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recruitment
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autism
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stem
Auticon urges firms to embrace neurodiversity, tackle bias, and value autism in the workplace for better output.
Border restrictions block Konica Minolta Australia managing director replacement
Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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supply chain
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printing
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3d printing
Border restrictions delay leadership transition at Konica Minolta Australia, with Dr. David Cooke staying on as Yohei Konaka awaits travel clearance.
Kiwis put off major purchases over COVID-19 financial stress
Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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computers
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covid-19
In response to concerns of the pandemic, Kiwis will put off major purchases, including personal devices and computers.
Ricoh debuts new range of A4 colour multi-function devices for the digital workplace
Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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printing
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ricoh
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scanning
Ricoh unveils new A4 colour multi-function devices, the IM C300F and IM C400F, designed for small to medium workgroups with advanced scalability and security.
Nutanix drives further ANZ expansion with new managing director
Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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hybrid cloud
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converged infrastructure
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multi-cloud
Nutanix appoints Lee Thompson as managing director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to expand its presence in the region.
HP unveils channel partner & customer relief initiatives to combat COVID-19 impact
Mon, 6th Apr 2020
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partner programmes
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hp
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covid-19
HP unveils relief initiatives, including financial options and cybersecurity tools, to support global partners and customers during COVID-19 challenges.
8x8 video conference usage up 1000%
Sat, 4th Apr 2020
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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video conferencing
8x8 Video Meetings platform sees monthly active users reach nearly 4.5 million worldwide, as video conferencing adoption accelerates.
COVID-19: IT spending to decline further, says IDC
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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iaas
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it budget
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analyst report
IT spending across the globe will decline 2.7% this year as COVID-19 continues to take its hold on the world's economy, says IDC.
Do not wait: Look at your IoT devices now
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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semiconductors
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iot
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cybersecurity
As millions of people become confined to their homes, the security of Internet of Things devices has never been so important.
BlackLine offers free finance and accounting services to help business get through COVID-19
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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fintech
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financial systems
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blackline
BlackLine has made a number of its services complimentary as it looks at ways it can help accounting teams operate during the COVID-19-10 pandemic.
PMT Security launches body-temp scanning solution for enterprise, Seadan to distribute
Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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distributors
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seadan security & electronics
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scanning
PMT Security launches thermal camera solution to detect fevers and combat the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19 in enterprise settings.
Forcepoint unveils impressive channel recruits across APAC and ANZ
Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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casb
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recruitment
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forcepoint
Forcepoint bolsters its APAC and ANZ leadership, appointing seasoned experts to drive channel growth and sales strategy amid rising cybersecurity demand.
Remote workers need to improve security measures amidst COVID-19
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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cybersecurity
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avast
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tablets
Remote workers must prioritise digital security during COVID-19, as companies like Avast offer essential tips to protect from cyber threats.