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.
Stories by Sean - Page 38
E-350 aircraft boost New Zealand's multimillion-dollar export
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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tourism
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extend
The expansion of North America's largest oil and gas pipeline is set to boost New Zealand's amphibious aircraft exports by USD $70 million over the next decade.
UK productivity lagging due to outdated tech & budgets
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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kinly
A new report reveals that UK productivity is trailing behind Europe as outdated tech, tight budgets, and insufficient employee support hinder progress.
Gallagher Security launches CPD webinar series in the UK
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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physical security
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access control
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gallagher security
Gallagher Security has introduced a Channel Partner webinar programme in the UK and Europe, offering certified partners essential security design training.
RMIT offers free IT diploma for women in Victoria 2025
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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e-learning
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cybersecurity
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it industry
RMIT has confirmed that its free Diploma of Information Technology for women and gender diverse individuals will continue in 2025, bolstered by government funding.
Li-S Energy advances lithium-sulfur battery technology
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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aviation
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r&d
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transport
Li-S Energy has made notable strides in battery technology, achieving over 450 Wh/kg in lithium-sulfur cells, and is set for further expansion with AUD $17.6 million reserves.
Pharmx partners with Toniq to enhance pharmacy efficiency
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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commerce systems
Pharmx Technologies has formed a strategic alliance with Toniq, enhancing pharmacy efficiency in New Zealand with its innovative Pharmx Gateway solution.
CDC secures AUD $17 billion valuation in ownership deal
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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edutech
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hyperscale
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ai
A landmark ownership deal has secured CDC's AUD $17 billion valuation, ensuring its sovereign status while enabling significant growth in data centre operations.
GenAI poses potential risk for 40% of AI data breaches by 2027
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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encryption
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risk & compliance
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genai
A Gartner analysis warns that over 40% of data breaches linked to AI could stem from generative AI misuse by 2027, raising urgent security concerns.
CompTIA launches CloudNetX certification for IT experts
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
CompTIA has launched CompTIA CloudNetX, a new certification for senior IT professionals, to validate advanced skills in hybrid network solutions.
Australian consumers spend less but prioritise peak sales
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
A recent Shippit report reveals Australian consumers are spending 11% less than last year, focusing on peak sales and improved delivery reliability.
ROG unveils Phone 9 series with cutting-edge gaming tech
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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smartphones
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jb hi-fi
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qualcomm
ASUS has unveiled the ROG Phone 9 series in Australia and New Zealand, with pre-orders starting at AUD $1,799 and NZD $2,199 at JB Hi-Fi and PB Tech.
Victorian Government strengthens cybersecurity with new deal
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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data protection
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supply chain & logistics
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data privacy
The Victorian Government has partnered with Sparx Solutions and ProcessUnity to enhance third-party risk management and bolster cybersecurity across its departments.
AI-enhanced security tools unveiled by Check Point Software
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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soc
Check Point Software Technologies has introduced AI-powered security upgrades to combat a surge in cyberattacks across the Asia-Pacific region, averaging 2,915 weekly attacks.
Virsae completes IRAP & ISM Essential Eight assessments
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Virsae has enhanced its cybersecurity platform by completing the Australian Infosec Registered Assessors Program and ISM Essential Eight assessments.
IoT cybersecurity devices to double to 28 billion by 2028
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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iot
A Juniper Research study forecasts the number of Internet of Things devices protected by cybersecurity will double to 28 billion by 2028, amid rising complexity.
HPE ships NVIDIA-powered AI system with liquid cooling
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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hpc
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has launched its first NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 system, designed to enhance large AI cluster deployment with advanced cooling technologies.
Westcon-Comstor gains exclusive VMware distribution rights
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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it automation
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casb
Westcon-Comstor has become the exclusive distributor of VMware by Broadcom products across New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, enhancing tech solutions.
Okta identity platforms meet Australia's PROTECTED criteria
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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data protection
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okta
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australian government
Okta has passed an independent security review of its identity platforms, Auth0 and Okta, now meeting Australia's PROTECTED classification standard.
Fabletics partners with Blue Yonder for supply chain boost
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Fabletics has partnered with Blue Yonder to bolster its global supply chain planning, aiming for improved inventory management and sustainability.
CFOs set to boost tech budgets in 2025 despite challenges
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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productivity
A Gartner survey reveals that 77% of CFOs intend to increase tech budgets in 2025, while plans for employee compensation rises fall sharply amid economic uncertainties.