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 387
New anti-bullying computer game to promote cultural change in schools
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cyberbullying
Cyberbullying and the links between violent computer games and real-life violence are all too frequent headline topics.
Microsoft tempts buyers with slim, cheap smartphone model
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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uc
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microsoft
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windows 8 phone
The Lumia 830 is the thinnest and lightest Lumia in the flagship range and comes pre-loaded with Windows Phone 8.1.
Virtual SIM - the disruptor or catalyst for a better customer experience
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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uc
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cx
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martech
To remain relevant in a very competitive landscape, the operators will need to be more creative and deploy services beyond connectivity.
Spark to bring the NBA to its broadband customers
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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uc
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sports
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sky
Partnerships like these bypass Sky's sports channels and allow fans to watch games without the need for a Sky Sport subscription.
Kiwi companies invest in Microsoft Azure
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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public cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
Kiwi companies embrace Microsoft Azure with new Australia-based data centres, heralding a digital transformation era for local businesses.
Big telco helps Kiwi tech firm increase profit
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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uc
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martech
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commerce systems
The latest generation of payment hardware such as that provided by Swipe is a good example of how technology can make it easier for customers to do business.
Storage limits become thing of the past with Microsoft's OneDrive
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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storage
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microsoft
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cloud storage
Microsoft has announced they are abolishing space restrictions on its cloud-based OneDrive storage services for its Office 365 subscribers.
Will the virtual sim break the telco strangle hold?
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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uc
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apple
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ipad
Soft sims will allow users to switch from one network to another, just like switching out your sim card, instead it's all done with software.
Siri who? Meet Watson - IBM's cognitive computing system
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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uc
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healthtech
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google
IBM's Watson, outdoing Siri with its ability to learn and converse in natural language, revolutionises computing at the Westcon event.
Subdomains increased security risk for businesses
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
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detectify
Subdomains are not always properly validated, allowing attackers to set up new accounts and abuse subdomains forgotten by companies.
Symantec aims to make businesses more resilient against attacks
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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data protection
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dr
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cybersecurity
Symantec pushes for businesses to enhance cyber-defence, highlighting the four-step plan at a Westcon event to combat emerging threats.
Facebook jumps on the anonymity bandwagon with new Rooms app
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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ios
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apple
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facebook
Facebook launches Rooms app, encouraging anonymous conversations about shared interests without needing a real name or account.
Microsoft to kill off Nokia branding on mobile devices
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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microsoft
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apple
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nokia
Microsoft ditches the Nokia name for its mobile devices, switching to Microsoft Lumia, less than a year after buying the once-dominant phone brand.
Cloud-based start up Ora to help Kiwi small businesses with growth
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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uc
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fintech
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martech
Ora is a software platform designed to help SMEs grow by providing business owners with access to a range of tools and access to its business partners.
Google announces Inbox: is the future of email finally here?
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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google
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apple
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apple iphone
Google unveils Inbox, a revolutionary email service poised to redefine email management and user-friendliness, promising an organised future.
Gamers beware: Hackers hired for as little as five dollars
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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gaming
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ddos
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digital entertainment
Distributed Denial of Service attacks are frequently marketed to gamers as a way to disrupt competing teams or players.
Attention all students: solve your maths problem with your camera phone
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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apps
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microblink
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math
Students can now easily tackle maths woes by snapping a pic with their phone, thanks to the launch of PhotoMath app in London.
More gigs for social media users with new Spark offer
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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uc
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facebook
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social media
Refreshing newsfeeds and checking Twitter timelines has become a part of people's day-to-day lives, so it makes sense to give customers more data to do so.
Yahoo gets serious about mobile messaging apps
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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yahoo
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snap
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discovery
Yahoo intensifies efforts in mobile messaging, acquiring Blink, investing in Snapchat, aiming to enhance or innovate in the messaging space.
New Sony Xperia Z3 phones operator-exclusive to Spark
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
Spark's exclusive Sony Xperia Z3 range, boasting robust features and PS4 Remote Play, launches with enticing giveaways for early buyers.