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Sean Mitchell
Publisher
Having started his career at Renaissance. Sean joined Apple in Melbourne for a number of years before working in the media space. This started with Review Publishing and later the tech publisher IDG Communications. In 2006 he was involved in the launch of The Channel magazine. As they say – the rest is history.

Stories by Sean

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Bugcrowd partners with Least Authority for security boost
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devops
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encryption
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cryptocurrency
Bugcrowd and Least Authority have partnered to enhance secure-by-design consultancy, offering continuous security testing for FinTech and Web3 products.
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Red Hat & Microsoft partner to enhance AI on Azure
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hybrid cloud
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open source
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genai
Red Hat partners with Microsoft to launch RHEL AI on Azure, aiming to enhance AI deployment for businesses and support their evolving needs.
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Aryaka highlights network security challenges for industry
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Aryaka's new report reveals that 68% of manufacturing firms face network security challenges, highlighting the critical need for visibility and IT support.
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UK businesses at higher risk of ransomware on holidays
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Research by Semperis reveals that over 50% of UK firms are vulnerable to ransomware during holidays and weekends due to understaffed security teams.
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House of Marley unveils eco-friendly audio product range
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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bluetooth
House of Marley unveils a sustainable audio range, featuring the Roots Speaker and Positive Vibration Riddim Headphones, emphasising eco-friendly materials.
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GlobalLogic named leader in generative AI by ISG report 2024
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genai
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ai
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ml
GlobalLogic has been hailed as a leader in generative AI services, according to the ISG Provider Lens Generative AI Services Report 2024, thanks to its innovative strategies.
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Hornetsecurity launches DMARC Manager to enhance email security
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email security
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cybersecurity
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dmarc
Hornetsecurity has unveiled DMARC Manager, a tool designed to simplify email security for organisations managing multiple domains amid rising fraud threats.
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AI & gamified learning to transform education by 2025
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e-learning
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ar, vr & metaverse
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gamification
Gaspard Maldonado of Superprof predicts that AI, gamification, and microlearning will transform education by 2025, enhancing personalized learning experiences.
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Nearly 10 million Brits to use BNPL schemes this Christmas
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cryptocurrency
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bnpl
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online shopping
Nearly 10 million UK consumers are projected to embrace Buy Now, Pay Later schemes this Christmas, reflecting a significant shift in shopping behaviours.
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Sidekick launches new VCT to optimise tax for investors
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wealth management
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sidekick
Sidekick has launched its Venture Capital Trust product, responding to rising demand for tax-efficient investment options amid economic uncertainty.
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UK firms risk GBP £4.5bn losses due to poor service
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cx
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martech
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hcm
UK businesses could face losses of up to GBP £4.5 billion during the holiday season due to inadequate customer service, new research by Qualtrics reveals.
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Integrity360 unveils new cloud security protection service
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cloud security
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soc
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risk & compliance
Integrity360 has launched its Managed Cloud Native Application Protection Platform to bolster security in increasingly vulnerable multi-cloud environments.
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Bruce & ACT! collaborate to secure climate investments
Yesterday
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supply chain & logistics
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risk & compliance
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ai
Bruce Security has partnered with Asian Climate Technologies VCC to bolster security for its US$13 billion ESG investment platform, enhancing growth and compliance.
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Canon Singapore & Temasek Polytechnic form security centre
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axis communications
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milestone systems
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briefcam
Canon Singapore has partnered with Temasek Polytechnic to launch a Security Technology Experience Centre, enhancing security training by 2025.
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Halter tops 2024 Deloitte Fast 50 with 15x growth
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uc
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telco
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construction
Halter shines with a remarkable 1539% growth, leading the 2024 Deloitte Fast 50 index while expanding its reach across New Zealand, Australia, and the US.
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ResDiary & Quandoo team up to boost Australian bookings
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cx
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martech
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hospitality
ResDiary and Quandoo's new partnership in Australia is set to boost bookings by 1.5 million, enhancing dining choices and venue operations during the cost-of-living crisis.
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Only 17% of Australian firms have integrated AI tools
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cdp
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genai
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data privacy
A HubSpot study reveals just 17% of Australian businesses have adopted AI tools, despite personal use by 51% of leaders highlighting a significant gap.
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Palo Alto Networks honours New Zealand partners' success
Yesterday
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Palo Alto Networks has honoured eight partners at its 2024 Partner of the Year Awards in Auckland, recognising exceptional contributions across New Zealand.
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Australian SMEs warned of Christmas cash flow challenges
Yesterday
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supply chain & logistics
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christmas
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expense management
Australian SMEs are urged to prepare for cash flow challenges this holiday season, with concerns over profitability in retail and logistics sectors.
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Australia sees rise in cyber threats & financial losses
Yesterday
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Australia's cyber security landscape is deteriorating, with over 1,100 incidents reported and average losses surging to AUD $30,700, warns the ACSC.