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 381
Government praises Novopay 'improvement', yet educators are still being unpaid
Fri, 16th Jan 2015
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edutech
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hcm
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government
Despite Gov't lauding Novopay's progress, educators face unpaid issues, sparking concern amidst improved error rates.
Cyber attacks target New Zealand charities
Fri, 16th Jan 2015
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
New Zealand charities hit by cyber attacks, with NetSafe reporting automated attempts to validate stolen credit cards.
LinkedIn Alert: Scammers use security update to phish for credentials
Thu, 15th Jan 2015
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Scammers are exploiting a bogus LinkedIn security update to phish for credentials, warns Symantec. Users should enable two-step verification for protection.
Why CIOs need to start caring about Windows Server 2003 End of Support
Thu, 15th Jan 2015
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datacentre infrastructure
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healthtech
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microsoft
CIOs must act swiftly as Microsoft ends support for Windows Server 2003 on July 14, 2015, a move posing significant security and compliance risks.
Cabinet finalises funding arrangement for payroll as Novopay complaints decrease
Wed, 14th Jan 2015
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edutech
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hcm
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government
Minister Joyce announces funding arrangements for Novopay, bringing total settlement to between $29m and $32m.
Facebook to issue AMBER Alerts to help find missing kids
Wed, 14th Jan 2015
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facebook
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social media
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partners
Facebook partners with US agency to distribute AMBER Alerts on users' News Feeds, aiming to rapidly locate missing children.
Australian video streaming solutions distributor looking for NZ resellers
Wed, 14th Jan 2015
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saas
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digital entertainment
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government
Australian wearable video streaming solutions distributor m-View plans to enter the New Zealand market, targeting government and emergency services.
Greens call for opposition involvement in hiring of new GCSB director
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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green party
Greens demand cross-party say in new GCSB chief's hiring to ensure political neutrality, amid criticisms of the current system.
Facebook still ruling the social media kingdom
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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facebook
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instagram
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social media
Facebook remains the most popular social media platform, while other contenders have enjoyed an increase in usership.
Massey University plugs NZ skills shortage with new big data degree
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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uc
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data analytics
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martech
Massey University has announced it is launching New Zealand's first business-focused analytics degree next month to address the skills shortage in ana.
Skinny Mobile takes on 2Degrees with rollover data
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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uc
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skinny mobile
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mobile data
Skinny Mobile challenges 2Degrees with innovative Rollover Data from 20 Jan, promising more value and savings for New Zealanders.
2015 Linux Conference kicks off in Auckland
Mon, 12th Jan 2015
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open source
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apple
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linux
Many open source geeks from across the globe are gathering in Auckland to meet their fellow technologists to share the latest ideas and innovations.
Anonymous threatens cyber-revenge after Paris terror attack
Mon, 12th Jan 2015
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ddos
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anonymous
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hackers
In response to the Charlie Hebdo massacre, Anonymous has announced a cyber war on jihadists, vowing to shut down terror-linked accounts.
Sony vs North Korea - everything you need to know
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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sony
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cyber attacks
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theatre
The Sony cyber attack, involving Seth Rogen, North Korea, and President Obama, was one of the biggest scandals of last year.
Move over Tinder, the beards have arrived
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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tinder
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online dating
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bristlr
Beard lovers rejoice as Bristlr, the UK's latest dating app, connects those fond of facial fuzz with proud beard owners.
Polycom predicts the future of the NZ workplace in 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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healthtech
Polycom reveals key tech trends for NZ's 2015 workplace, predicting a shift to more collaborative, efficient environments driven by advanced mobile tech.
Apple shouts out to developers with new records in 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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semiconductors
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apps
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ios
Apple kicks off 2015 with record App Store sales, earning developers over $25 billion to date and marking a historic New Year's Day.
New managing director for IBM Australia and New Zealand
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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ibm
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banking
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managing director
IBM has appointed Kerry Purcell as managing director of IBM Australia and New Zealand, replacing Jeffrey Rhoda.
No one gets taken in Taken 3
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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film review
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reviews
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technology gifts
Liam Neeson returns in Taken 3, dodging accusations and battling foes to protect his family, amidst action-packed yet implausible sequences.
Are Vodafone and Spark using ComCom copper prices as an excuse to charge more?
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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uc
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chorus
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commerce commission
New Zealand ISPs face backlash after raising broadband prices amid uncertainty over wholesale price of copper, says InternetNZ.