About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 464
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.
New software being developed to help reunite owners with lost pets
Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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spca
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nzcar
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chip
The New Zealand Companion Animal Council is funding the development of new software to help Pets on the Net reunite owners with their lost pets.
Comcom announces view on backdating copper charges, frustrates Chorus
Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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chorus
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commerce commission
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copper network
The Commerce Commission has published emerging view on backdating prices for Chorus’ copper lines and broadband service.
Laptops, smartphones and tablets top on the Christmas pressie list
Thu, 18th Dec 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
In NZ, tech gifts like laptops, smartphones and tablets are this Christmas' top picks to help loved ones achieve their 2015 goals.
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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trade me
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christmas
Trade Me's Gift Finder faces backlash for gender stereotypes, sparking a petition for its overhaul. Over 250 people demand change.
New iPad software to help teachers talk to students about bullying
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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edutech
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personal computing devices
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apple
New iPad book, Dragon Island, offers a revolutionary way for teachers and parents to address bullying with 3-7 year olds.
Kiwi IT solutions provider to grow revenue by 200%
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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uc
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contact centre
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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.
Maori Party co-leader inspired by #illridewithyou Twitter campaign
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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social media
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twitter
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maori party
Māori Party leader praises Australian initiative in response to Sydney hostage crisis #illridewithyou Read more: [insert link].
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.
The Co-Operative Bank app reaches 1,000,000 login milestone
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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fintech
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the co-operative bank
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banking
The Co-operative Bank’s new mobile banking app is by tomorrow expected to reach one million logins by customers after its launch in July this year.
Kiwi crime fighting software selected by European justice agency
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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cybersecurity
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wynyard group
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case management
Wynyard Group secures significant agreement with European justice agency for Investigative Case Management solution.
Instagram introduces 5 new filters - about time!
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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facebook
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instagram
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photo sharing
Instagram has today announced the release of five new filters, a move to keep up with ever-improving mobile phone cameras.
Online bullying affecting adolescent mental health
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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uc
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social media
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cyberbullying
the distinctive properties of an online environment introduce new dynamics that distinguish bullying from its offline variety.
John Key's chickens on notice over official information requests
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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government
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labour party
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official information request
Labour calls out systemic abuse of info requests, setting stage for Ombudsman's review to challenge New Zealand government's transparency.
Dead phones raise millions for Starship
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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uc
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swapkit
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re:mobile
Over a million discarded mobiles raise £1.8m for Starship's air ambulance, proving the power of recycling for charity.
Support for Muslim Australians takes off following Sydney siege #IllRideWithYou
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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social media
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twitter
Thousands of social media users in Australia are showing the world they are not caving to Islamophobia or racism.
How SMBs can use Twitter to effectively target customers
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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social media
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twitter
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smb
Access to Twitter ads allows New Zealand businesses to build tailor-made campaigns to suit their budget and meet objectives and business goals.
Apple and IBM deliver first wave of IBM MobileFirst for iOS apps
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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endpoint protection
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edr
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personal computing devices
Apple and IBM launch MobileFirst for iOS apps, revolutionising enterprise mobility with analytics and cloud services for key industries.
Westcon appoints new leadership roles for ANZ business
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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westcon-comstor
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distributors
The two senior positions have been newly created as the business continues to drive for consistency and efficiency across the Australia and New Zealand region.