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.
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Smarter, faster AI and X analytics: Gartner unveils top 10 AI trends for 2020
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
AI, augmented data management, and 'X analytics' are key tech trends for 2020, aiding post-pandemic recovery, says Gartner.
IT pros report increase in security issues due to remote working
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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wfh
Remote working has led to a spike in security issues, increased workloads, and communication challenges for IT professionals, reveals Ivanti research.
Google brings Meet to iOS and Android
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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google
Google Meet is now available on iOS and Android, allowing users to start and join video meetings directly from their phones.
Worldwide smartphone market sees strong growth in first quarter of 2020
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Despite the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, worldwide smartwatch shipments reached 14.3 million units in the first quarter 2020, up 12% year on year.
Gartner: Spending on information security and risk management to continue to grow in 2020
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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risk & compliance
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
The coronavirus pandemic is driving short-term demand in areas such as cloud adoption, remote worker technologies and cost saving measures.
Snowflake unveils details of new partner programme
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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partner programmes
Snowflake introduces the Snowflake Partner Network, offering tailored incentives and resources for tech and services partners to boost platform adoption.
Chorus deploys new submarine fibre optic cable to Waiheke Island
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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uc
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network infrastructure
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chorus
Chorus has begun work on a second submarine fibre optic cable to Waiheke Island, significantly increasing its internet and data capacity.
China’s cloud infrastructure services market grows 67% in Q1, despite COVID-19 disruption
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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smartphones
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devops
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apm
Despite the disruption caused by COVID-19, cloud infrastructure services spending reached US$3.9 billion for the first quarter of 2020, according to Canalys.
Digital upskilling at the top of the training agenda
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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it training
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skills gap
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covid-19
Two thirds of employers say digital upskilling is at the top of their training agenda amid the COVID-19crisis, according to a new report.
Alibaba Cloud to invest US$283 million to accelerate global partner innovation
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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partner programmes
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healthtech
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alibaba
Alibaba Cloud is investing USD $283 million to speed up global partner innovation, aiming to boost digitalisation and create joint products for diverse sectors.
Humans VS machines: Focus must be on people - report
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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quantum computing
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ai
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accenture
A report from Accenture stresses the need for human-centric design, with only 32% of Australian firms currently adopting it for human-machine collaboration.
Gartner: Six step framework CIOs must follow for cost optimisation during COVID-19
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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analyst report
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covid-19
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research director
Gartner details a six-step framework CIOs must adopt for effective cost optimisation amid COVID-19, balancing potential savings with business impact.
Analytics and BI: Before and after COVID-19
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
A Sisense survey reveals that 49% of companies are using data analytics more than before COVID-19, despite 67% facing revenue or customer losses.
Microsoft, Snowflake and Cognizant amongst the big winners at Qlik partner awards
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The annual awards honour achievement and innovation for joint customer success across several different categories.
Asia Pacific enterprises eyeing SD-WAN - survey
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
A Barracuda Networks survey reveals 62% of Australian organisations are embracing SD-WAN, with financial services leading adoption in Asia Pacific.
5G to be 'revolutionary' - yet security concerns remain high
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Security concerns overshadow optimism for 5G, with 35% of respondents expressing worries about its security, according to a study by Accenture.
5G market biggest market opportunity - report
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
5G is one of the largest market opportunities for the coming years, with large scale roll-out of infrastructures and rapid adoption of 5G devices and services.
Auckland uni selects Datrium for DX via BEarena and ASI Solutions
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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storage
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dr
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digital transformation
UoA teams up with Datrium to revamp its IT infrastructure by adopting cloud solutions for better disaster recovery.
Android 11 Beta is here - here's what to expect
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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smartphones
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data privacy
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google
Google's Android 11 Beta debuts on Pixel phones this week, bringing enhanced communication, privacy features, and seamless smart device control.
ComCom seeks feedback on Mobile Access Termination Service
Thu, 11th Jun 2020
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uc
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commerce commission
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telco
Commerce Commission seeks feedback on draft review of Mobile Access Termination Service, which recommends continued regulation.