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 264
Webroot, Citrix team up to target malicious IP addresses
Wed, 4th May 2016
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virtualisation
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daas
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ai security
Webroot and Citrix integrate to enhance security and scalability for enterprise customers. #cybersecurity #cloudsecurity.
Green Party calls out Education Minister over ECE push
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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edutech
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ministry of education
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green party
Green Party criticizes Government's push for increased participation in early childhood education, claiming it puts children at risk.
The perimeter is everywhere - so where is your data really?
Mon, 2nd May 2016
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malware
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data protection
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cybersecurity
In an era of ubiquitous data migration, safeguarding your data's whereabouts is crucial yet increasingly complex, says ESET researcher Cameron Camp.
Spark NZ data centre reaping energy savings
Mon, 2nd May 2016
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uc
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hyperscale
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dc
A new cooling system implemented in a Spark data centre in Auckland is saving a street's worth of energy every year.
Lessons on digital citizenship in the classroom vital
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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technology in the classroom
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edtech
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dte
Lessons in digital citizenship are crucial for students navigating the digital world, according to a new whitepaper from NetRef.
Does automation trump professionals when it comes to hacking?
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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ixia
Automated software should be considered for security testing internal systems, according to Ixia. Hiring hackers can be expensive.
Council switches off free Raetihi Wi-Fi
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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council
The Ruapehu District Council has switched off the free Wi-Fi that is available at Raetihi's public library after hours.
Rapid growth for LPWA Internet of Things, APAC to dominate connections
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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iot
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pyramid research
New research reveals Low Powered Wide Area (LPWA) Internet of Things (IoT) connections will make up more than half of all IoT connections by 2020.
Cyber threats evolving at a rapid pace
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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casb
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forcepoint
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cyber attacks
Cyber threats are rapidly evolving, warns Forcepoint's Global Threat Report, with severe consequences for businesses.
Big data creates need for data scientists, according to expert
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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data analytics
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data science
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martech
Organisations should consider creating roles for data scientists as big data continues to provide valuable insights, says Teradata.
Kiwi universities and businesses targeted by scammers
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Kiwi universities and businesses targeted by ransomware scammers, warns Computer Forensics NZ. Attacks becoming increasingly common.
Rolleston leading the pack in UFB adoption
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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uc
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enable networks
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ufb
Rolleston sets the pace with over 50% Ultra-Fast Broadband uptake, outstripping national average and embodying 'town of the future' vision.
Service providers a weak link in cybersecurity
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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uc
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Businesses that allow their service providers to access sensitive data are at risk of a cyberattack, warns consulting firm Protiviti.
IoT bringing more security concerns, says expert
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
The rise of the Internet of Things across industries is bringing with it a new wave of security concerns, and business need to be aware.
Carrier cloud providers reassessing public cloud strategies
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Carrier cloud providers are reassessing their public cloud strategies due to competition from incumbents like AWS.
Change is brewing: Leadership shakeup over at Spark
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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uc
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digital transformation
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spark
Managing director Simon Moutter says the changes to its starting line up will help steer the company through its next phase of transformation.
WatchGuard launches global technology partner program
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard launches Technology Partner Program to support tech companies integrating their products with WatchGuard's security solutions.
App revenue set to double, outpaces downloads
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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apps
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ovum
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retail
Mobile app revenues on track to soar to US$79bn by 2020, eclipsing the growth in app downloads, with China driving the surge, Ovum reports.
Scammers targeting Government call centres
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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uc
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email security
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cybersecurity
The warning comes after several Government contact centre operators received calls from overseas callers pestering them for information about staff.
Cyber threats coming from the inside
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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solarwinds
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solar power
IT security awareness among business leaders, especially in government, is increasing due to company data leaks, says SolarWinds.