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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 35

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Integrity360 acquires Grove to expand global cyber security presence
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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soc
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ai security
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edr
Integrity360 has acquired South Africa-based cyber security firm Grove Group, boosting its global reach and expanding its service capabilities. Financial terms undisclosed.
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Spirent Communications modernises with SnapLogic GenAI integration
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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data analytics
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genai
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ai
Spirent Communications sees a productivity boost after adopting SnapLogic's GenAI platform; the automation tool trim maintenance costs by 90% and enhances sales efficiency by 5%.
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Entrust launches KCaaS, enhancing cloud-based key management
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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virtualisation
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encryption
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veeam
Entrust unveils KeyControl as a Service, addressing critical gaps in key management with its cloud-based solution, enhancing security and compliance.
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Action Initiation Bill marks milestone for consumer data rights & actions
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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uc
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telco
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insurance
Australia's Senate has passed the Action Initiation Bill, empowering consumers to share data and initiate service actions through accredited providers, boosting competition.
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ResMed partners with BillingPlatform to automate billing process
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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healthtech
ResMed partners with BillingPlatform to automate billing, aiming to reduce manual processes and revenue leakage as their subscription offerings expand globally.
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Lintasarta unveils GPU Merdeka for AI infrastructure in Indonesia
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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nvidia
Indonesian tech firm Lintasarta, subsidiary of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, launched GPU Merdeka, a GPU-as-a-Service platform aimed at advancing Indonesia’s AI infrastructure.
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Easy Crypto launches new wallet for Australian investors
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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investment
Easy Crypto debuts a new wallet for Australian investors, simplifying crypto trading and storage for beginners with advanced security features.
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Lambdatest unveils KaneAI, the first end-to-end AI test agent
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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uc
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devops
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apm
LambdaTest unveils KaneAI, the first end-to-end AI test agent, making test automation more accessible with GenAI-powered natural language prompts and robust debugging.
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Rubrik unveils Salesforce Data Protection for enhanced security
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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crm
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ransomware
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martech
Rubrik unveils Salesforce Data Protection, enhancing backup and recovery on the Salesforce Core Platform. The solution promises robust data security, rapid recovery, and reduced operational costs, aligning with Gartner's projection of increased SaaS backup prioritisation.
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Rimini Street wins 2024 Tech Cares Award for community impact
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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cleantech
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women in technology
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sustainability
Rimini Street has won the 2024 Tech Cares Award from TrustRadius, highlighting its broad range of corporate social responsibility initiatives and community impact efforts.
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Nuix partners with Atturra & HPE to boost AI platform speed
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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productivity
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data management
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hpe
Nuix collaborates with Atturra and HPE to boost AI workload speeds by 10x on unstructured data, aiding governments and corporations in regulatory compliance.
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Industrial Metaverse set to revolutionise global industries
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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it training
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digital transformation
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iot
The Industrial Metaverse merges virtual and physical worlds, set to transform global industries with innovative operational optimisation, enhanced collaboration, and sustainability advancements.
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AMD acquires ZT Systems in a USD $4.9 billion AI strategy move
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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ai
AMD to acquire ZT Systems for USD $4.9 billion, enhancing its AI strategy and data centre capabilities. The deal, featuring contingent payments, closes H1 2025.
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New report shows DMARC enforcement gap in NZ & Australia
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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phishing
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email security
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smx
A new report by SMX highlights a DMARC enforcement gap in New Zealand and Australia, exposing both public and private sectors to increased email-based cyber threats.
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CrowdStrike report reveals rise in cyber threats & intrusions
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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financial systems
CrowdStrike's 2024 Threat Hunting Report exposes sophisticated cyber threats from nation-state actors and eCrime groups, highlighting a 55% rise in hands-on-keyboard intrusions.
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WiseTech Global reports 28% revenue surge in FY24
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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asx
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wisetech global
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financial results
WiseTech Global reports stellar FY24 with a 28% revenue rise to AUD $1,041.7 million and a robust EBITDA margin. New products and agreements fuel optimism.
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Alienware unveils dual-mode 27-inch 4K gaming monitor
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
Alienware's new 27-inch 4K Dual-Resolution Gaming Monitor (AW2725QF) allows gamers to switch between '4K @ 180Hz' and 'FHD @ 360Hz,' blending visual fidelity and speed.
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Trustwave joins ICTPA panel to enhance cybersecurity for Defence
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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trustwave
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national security
Trustwave's induction into the ICTPA panel strengthens its capacity to offer top-tier cybersecurity services directly to the Australian Department of Defence.
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JFrog exposes vulnerabilities in machine learning platforms
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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ransomware
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
JFrog's pioneering research reveals critical security vulnerabilities in machine learning platforms, exposing risks like hidden malicious code and inadequate authentication.
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Juniper Networks unveils AI-native networking blueprint
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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aiops
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cloud services
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juniper networks
Juniper Networks has launched a comprehensive Blueprint for AI-Native Acceleration to streamline and expedite the adoption of its AI-Native Networking Platform, offering educational resources, trials, flexible licensing, and specialised support services.