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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.

Stories by Sean - Page 17

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Confluent launches tools in cloud for simpler AI apps
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data analytics
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data science
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rpa
Confluent unveils new features in Confluent Cloud aimed at simplifying the development of real-time AI apps, enhancing workflows and boosting cost efficiencies.
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CRM tops list of valued finance technologies in 2024
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crm
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data analytics
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ai
A Gartner survey reveals that CRM technologies lead in importance for finance leaders, highlighting a shift towards cloud ERP and ABI tools for strategic insights.
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NSW Government launches Land iQ platform for land use
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smart cities
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government
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data platform
The New South Wales Government has unveiled Land iQ, a data platform designed to enhance land management and expedite pre-planning for industry use.
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Pasqal connects quantum computing tech with NVIDIA
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hpc
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quantum computing
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nvidia
Pasqal has unveiled a new integration with NVIDIA, connecting its quantum computing units to the CUDA-Q platform, enhancing tools for quantum application development.
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NVIDIA outlines AI & chip strategies for future growth
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semiconductors
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ai
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nvidia
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang has unveiled bold strategies for AI and chip development, predicting a future with dual factory types and enhanced autonomous vehicle technology.
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Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.
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ClearGrid unveils USD $10m funding to reshape MENA debt
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fintech
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financial systems
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ai
ClearGrid has secured USD $10 million to launch an AI-driven debt collection platform in MENA, aiming to transform inefficient practices in the region.
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NVIDIA & HPE unveil AI solutions for enterprise growth
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private cloud
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digital twins
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agentic ai
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and NVIDIA have launched innovative AI solutions, enhancing businesses' ability to deploy models and manage data effectively.
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NICE named leader in IDC's 2024 conversational AI report
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uc
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cx
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martech
NICE has been recognised as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Conversational Intelligence and Analytics 2024, showcasing significant market innovation.
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Abel Labels boosts digital printing with new UV inkjet press
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customer service
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jet technologies
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inkjet press
Jet Technologies has bolstered Abel Labels in Tasmania with a Screen Truepress L350UV inkjet press, enhancing digital printing and efficiency.
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Dryad Networks expands bushfire tech into Australasia
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cleantech
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climate change
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emergency services
Dryad Networks has launched its first office in Macquarie Park, New South Wales, aiming to combat bushfire challenges in Australia and New Zealand.
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Wavelink unveils 5thWave to boost lifecycle management
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firewalls
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cx
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martech
Wavelink has launched 5thWave, a new service designed to enhance asset and customer lifecycle management while streamlining renewals and upgrades.
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Phishing-as-a-Service attacks rise in early 2025 report
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firewalls
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report from Barracuda Networks reveals that phishing-as-a-service attacks surged in early 2025, with over one million attempts blocked, primarily targeting Microsoft 365.
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Massive attack on GitHub affects over 23,000 repositories
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cybersecurity
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software development
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security vulnerabilities
A recent cyber attack has compromised over 23,000 GitHub repositories, raising alarms over software supply chain security and the exploitation of trusted components.
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Bitdefender uncovers massive Google Play Store ad fraud
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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google
Bitdefender has exposed a vast ad fraud operation on the Google Play Store, involving over 330 malicious apps and more than 60 million global downloads.
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Outline Global sees 30% revenue boost with Oracle tech
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data analytics
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llms
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bi
Outline Global, a Melbourne aerial intelligence firm, has reported a 30% revenue boost and 50% growth in leads after switching to Oracle Database 23ai on OCI.
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New Zealanders spending more time online than ever
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ai
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facebook
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digital engagement
A new study by InternetNZ reveals half of New Zealanders now spend four or more hours online daily, with significant usage noted among younger adults.
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Capgemini & NVIDIA partner to craft 100 AI solutions
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uc
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digital transformation
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genai
Capgemini has joined forces with NVIDIA to develop over 100 tailored AI agents, aimed at enhancing industry-specific applications across various sectors.
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Cisco & NVIDIA unveil secure AI factory architecture
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Cisco and NVIDIA have launched a Secure AI Factory, designed to simplify AI infrastructure deployment while embedding security at its core.
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Sophia Genetics analyses 2 million genomic profiles with AI
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ai
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healthtech
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sophia genetics
SOPHiA GENETICS has surpassed two million genomic profiles analysed on its AI platform, highlighting the technology's pivotal role in precision medicine.