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 299
Uber’s JUMP e-scooters arrive in Auckland
Tue, 14th Jan 2020
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cleantech
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uber
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sustainability
Uber's JUMP e-scooters have officially launched in Auckland, allowing users to access the service through the Uber app.
New managing director for Equinix Australia
Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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hyperscale
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dc
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recruitment
Equinix appoints Guy Danskine as new managing director of Australia, responsible for leading business strategy.
Anana deploys Pluribus Networks as part of network modernisation project
Fri, 10th Jan 2020
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network infrastructure
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martech
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omnichannel
Anana deploys Pluribus Networks' operating system and cloud fabric to unify data centers and improve service delivery.
IFTA FinTech Achievement Awards open for applications
Fri, 10th Jan 2020
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fintech
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r&d
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banking
The IFTA FinTech Achievement Awards are now accepting applications, inviting global recognition for innovation and excellence in the FinTech industry.
Commvault strengthens APJ lineup with new appointment
Tue, 7th Jan 2020
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commvault
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recruitment
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job moves
Commvault appoints Callum Eade as VP Sales APJ, to drive growth in Asia Pacific markets. Eade brings extensive sales experience from VMware.
Kiwis concerned over digital identity and personal data
Tue, 7th Jan 2020
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data protection
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data analytics
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martech
Kiwis worry as 79% report concerns over digital identity and data sharing. A significant behavioural shift sees 73% altering their online habits for privacy.
Cloud adoption accelerating across ANZ enterprises
Tue, 7th Jan 2020
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digital transformation
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outsourcing
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veritas
Cloud transformation surges in ANZ enterprises, with data migration to top public clouds quadrupling in a year, reports Veritas Technologies.
Four-day week conversation to accelerate in 2020
Tue, 7th Jan 2020
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fintech
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perpetual guardian
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fintechnz
Experts predict the four-day week conversation will gain momentum in 2020, with several Kiwi companies set to pilot the concept initiated by Perpetual Guardian.
BlackBerry QNX to power Damon Motorcycles CoPilot warning system
Tue, 7th Jan 2020
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smartphones
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cartech
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agentic ai
BlackBerry QNX will power Damon Motorcycles' CoPilot warning system across its electric motorcycles, introducing advanced safety features at CES.
IT contracts worth $48.5bn up for renewal in APAC
Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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datacentre infrastructure
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outsourcing
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globaldata
Over 1,400 IT contracts worth USD $48.5bn in Asia-Pacific are up for renewal from 2020 to 2024, urging a collaborative risk-sharing approach.
Australian tech platform signs major global contracts
Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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risk & compliance
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cfo
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disruption
Brisbane’s Bidhive lands global deals with Waste Management, ICS, and Maersk for its innovative bid management platform, streamlining tender processes.
Network infrastructure in 2019 stagnated, expert says
Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
The network infrastructure sector experienced stagnation in 2019, with room for improvement in disruptive areas, according to Heficed.
Cybersecurity: The top three predictions that will headline 2020
Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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ai
Ransomware, container technology, and AIOps adoption are predicted to dominate cyber security trends in 2020, says Veritas.
AsianWallets teams up with Japan's Globepay an Trysee
Wed, 1st Jan 2020
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uc
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blockchain
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defi
The three parties will provide local payment services and exclusive benefits for members, targeting Southeast Asian tourists traveling Japan.
China's 111 named National High-Tec Enterprise
Wed, 1st Jan 2020
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smart home
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supply chain & logistics
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healthtech
China has granted 111 the prestigious National High-Tech Enterprise status, setting the stage for growth in the pharmaceutical and healthcare tech sector.
Machine learning to grow innovation as smart personal device market peaks
Tue, 31st Dec 2019
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digital entertainment
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wireless devices
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digital music
Smart personal audio devices, particularly true wireless stereo, are set for a record-breaking year in 2019, according to Canalys.
APAC business process applications market will surpass $93bn in 2023
Sun, 29th Dec 2019
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ai
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application intelligence
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globaldata
The APAC business process applications market is predicted to surpass USD $93.2bn in 2023, with a CAGR of 6.4%, driven by evolving enterprise IT needs.
Digital technologies change the way APAC consumers manage their health
Sun, 29th Dec 2019
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iot
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healthtech
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globaldata
Digital technologies are revolutionising health management for APAC consumers through AI, mobile apps, and IoT innovations, boosting wellness and convenience.
ZCoin launches new crowdfunding system to decentralise funding
Sun, 29th Dec 2019
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blockchain
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martech
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apm
Zcoin has launched its Zcoin Crowdfunding System (ZCS) as a key step in decentralising funding and decision making of projects.
OpenText: Tech trends that will have a big impact in 2020
Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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uc
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martech
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ai
Information will be ruling the future in 2020 and AI will continue to be leveraged in order to solve complex challenges.