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Sean Mitchell
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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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Apple unveils iPhone 16 & 16 Plus with enhanced features
Tue, 10th Sep 2024
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
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personal computing devices
Apple unveils iPhone 16 and 16 Plus with the A18 chip, new camera tech, and Apple Intelligence, starting at RRPNZ $1,599. Pre-orders open Saturday.
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Apple introduces the thinnest, most advanced Apple Watch yet
Tue, 10th Sep 2024
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wearables
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healthtech
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cleantech
Apple unveils the sleek, feature-rich Watch Series 10, boasting its largest, most advanced display yet, and innovative health-tracking capabilities. Priced from NZD $749.
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Apple Watch Ultra 2 debuts in stylish black titanium finish
Tue, 10th Sep 2024
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
Apple introduces Apple Watch Ultra 2 in striking black titanium finish with watchOS 11, offering advanced features like sleep apnoea monitoring and dual-frequency GPS.
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Apple expands health features in Apple Watch & AirPods Pro 2
Tue, 10th Sep 2024
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
Apple introduces health features for the Apple Watch and AirPods Pro 2, targeting sleep apnoea and hearing issues, expanding its health-tech footprint.
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Fashion retailers face return cost & sustainability pressures
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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ecommerce
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cleantech
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sustainability
More than half of top online fashion retailers aren't offering free returns, tackling high costs and 'serial returners' issues, reports Which?.
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Jitterbit unveils AI-driven Harmony platform to simplify automation
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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digital transformation
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llms
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ai
Jitterbit launches AI-driven Harmony platform, simplifying automation for businesses. The platform integrates key functions, offering faster and more accessible tech solutions.
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Nice's Enlighten Copilot wins 2024 BIG Innovation Award
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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uc
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cx
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martech
NICE's Enlighten Copilot wins the 2024 BIG Innovation Award, lauded for AI-driven advancements in customer experience and agent performance enhancement.
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NZSIS report highlights rising threat from foreign interference
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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terrorism
The NZSIS has revealed its annual Security Threat Environment report, outlining rising threats like foreign interference and violent extremism in New Zealand.
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SAS named leader in AI/ML platforms by Forrester report
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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genai
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ai
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sas
Forrester has named SAS a leader in AI/ML platforms in its Q3 2024 report, lauding its robust, user-friendly tools for next-gen AI/ML applications.
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Milestone Systems launches XProtect 2024 R1 with key updates
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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digital entertainment
Milestone Systems launches XProtect 2024 R1, focusing on enhanced cybersecurity, streamlined VMS operations, and new customisation features to meet evolving customer needs.
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Global IoT devices to double by 2030 despite supply issues
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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iot
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wireless networks
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genai
The IoT market is projected to grow by 13% in 2024, reaching 18.8 billion devices, with predictions of doubling to 40 billion units by 2030, despite various challenges.
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Survey reveals 83% of organisations lack robust cyber defences
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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ddos
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
A survey by OPSWAT and F5 reveals 83% of organisations are unprepared for escalating application security threats, citing inadequate staffing, budgetary constraints, and leadership support.
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Rubrik partners with Cisco to enhance cyber resilience strategies
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cloud services
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cisco
Rubrik and Cisco partner to enhance cyber resilience, integrating Rubrik with Cisco XDR and adding Rubrik products to Cisco's SolutionsPlus for unified threat detection and recovery.
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Experts warn of security lapses in open-source AI deployments
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Sensitive data exposed by open-source large language model servers amid rapid AI adoption reveals critical security gaps, researcher Naphtali Deutsch uncovers.
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Fraud & scam complaints reach six-year high at FOS
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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cx
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martech
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email security
Complaints about fraud and scams hit a six-year high, with more than half involving bank transfers, as cybercriminals target mobile devices, says FOS.
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Ramboll strengthens data centre services with i3 acquisition
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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data analytics
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planning
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strategy
Ramboll acquires i3 Solutions Group, enhancing its global foothold and expertise in sustainable data centre solutions, following the 2022 EYP purchase.
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Dell unveils AI-powered PCs with advanced processors & displays
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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network infrastructure
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ai
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ai pc
Dell has launched new AI-powered PCs, including the XPS 13, Inspiron 14, and Latitude 5455, featuring next-gen processors and advanced NPUs for enhanced performance.
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NEXTDC unveils Adelaide's first Tier IV data centre, A1
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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uc
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
NEXTDC has launched Adelaide’s first Tier IV data centre, A1, aiming to drive South Australia's digital transformation with 5MW power and 3,000 sqm of IT space.
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Wavelink partners with Acredia to enhance aged care solutions
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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risk & compliance
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webinar
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wavelink
Wavelink partners with Acredia to expand aged care solutions, offering innovative software that enhances resident care with seamless and efficient operations.
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Networkpak expands with new digital printer for label production
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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printing
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smart labels
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networkpak
Networkpak expands its label and packaging suite with the Screen L350UV SAI S digital printer, shifting from carton to high-quality digital label production.