About Sean
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.
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Banks to boost risk tech investment amid macro challenges
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Seventy-five per cent of banks are set to increase investment in risk technology, as a global report highlights rising priorities amid macroeconomic challenges.
GitHub unveils new security products for all developers
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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application security
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devsecops
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supply chain
GitHub is set to enhance security for developers by launching two standalone products, Secret Protection and Code Security, from April 2025.
Quarter of Australian hospitals lack strong cyber measures
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
A recent report reveals that nearly 23% of Australia's top hospitals lack basic cybersecurity measures, putting patients at risk of email fraud.
AI to reshape Australian office space requirements
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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smart cities
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ai
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cleantech
Research suggests that AI is set to transform Australian office space needs, with an expected increase of 483,000 sqm to support evolving demands.
New Zealand hosts first Web 3 hackathon to explore solutions
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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edutech
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data analytics
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blockchain
New Zealand will host its inaugural Web 3 hackathon at the University of Auckland, focusing on innovative solutions like government expenditure tracking.
Rubrik unveils enhanced protection across cloud platforms
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rubrik has unveiled advanced enhancements for data protection across cloud, SaaS and on-premises environments, aiming to bolster cyber resilience and recovery speed.
Turnitin launches Clarity tool to enhance academic integrity
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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genai
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ai
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transparency
Turnitin has unveiled Turnitin Clarity, a new tool designed to uphold academic integrity and promote responsible AI use among students and educators.
Okta surpasses USD $1 billion in AWS Marketplace sales
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Okta has exceeded USD $1 billion in sales through the AWS Marketplace, as its fourth-quarter revenue rises 13% to USD $682 million, showcasing robust growth.
IDeaS launches API portal to enhance tech collaboration
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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cloud services
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collaboration
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sas
IDeaS has unveiled an API data integration developer portal aimed at boosting collaboration among hospitality technology providers and streamlining connections.
Supply Chain leaders lack understanding of key processes
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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supply chain
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ai
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celonis
A survey reveals that 84% of Supply Chain leaders lack clarity on their business processes, with many caught in a reactive mode facing urgent challenges.
Tech leaders advocate for gender equality on International Women's Day
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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genai
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ai
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cybersecurity
As International Women's Day highlights gender equality struggles, leaders like Hope Wang and Ghazal Asif stress the need for inclusive tech environments and mentorship.
OPPO to launch Reno13 Series in New Zealand on 27 March
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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smartphones
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oppo
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photography
OPPO is set to unveil its Reno13 Series in New Zealand on 27 March, featuring advanced AI capabilities and a unique design for the mid-range market.
Hewlett Packard unveils networking solutions in APAC
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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robots
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uc
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digital transformation
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has unveiled new networking solutions targeting telcos in the Asia Pacific, aiming to enhance AI capabilities and bridge the digital divide.
AI adoption in Australia grows despite talent shortage
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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hcm
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partner programmes
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ai
LinkedIn's latest findings reveal that 83% of Australian business leaders expect to prioritise AI adoption by 2025, despite facing challenges in sourcing skilled talent.
Gartner reveals top six cybersecurity trends for 2025
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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iam
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supply chain
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genai
Gartner has identified six pivotal cybersecurity trends set to shape 2025, highlighting the rise of generative AI, regulatory shifts, and burnout issues.
Cyber threats in Australian firms prompt zero trust shift
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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phishing
Research by Zscaler reveals that 48% of Australian firms faced significant cyber breaches in recent months, urging a shift to robust zero trust strategies.
Verizon & Accenture partner to boost cybersecurity services
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
Verizon Business has teamed up with Accenture to enhance cybersecurity solutions for mid and large enterprises, tackling the rising threats in the digital landscape.
UiPath expands EMR access with new global agreement
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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llms
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ai
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data management
UiPath has secured a global consulting agreement with a leading EMR platform to bolster services in 16 countries, enhancing healthcare efficiency.
Automation can alleviate burnout in Australian IT teams
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
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productivity
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tanium
A new report reveals that 69% of Australian IT teams face burnout, with automation seen as a potential remedy by 75% of surveyed professionals.
Keir Garrett on diverse leadership in tech at Cloudera
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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dei
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ai
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cloudera
Keir Garrett, Regional Vice President at Cloudera, emphasised the need for diverse leadership in tech, asserting that inclusivity drives innovation and workplace success.