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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 38

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TensorStack & AMD launch Amuse AI image tool in Beta
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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data privacy
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ai pc
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edge ai
TensorStack and AMD unveil Amuse, an AI image generation tool in Beta. This new software allows users to create images locally, enhancing privacy and control.
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SquareX to reveal major browser vulnerabilities at DEF CON 32
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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casb
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sase
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cybersecurity
SquareX's founder, Vivek Ramachandran, will unveil alarming research on a new type of cyber-attack at DEF CON 32, threatening a USD $40 billion market.
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CyberSecurity Malaysia partners with Flexxon & AI MSP
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
CyberSecurity Malaysia, Flexxon, and AI MSP signed an MoU at Cyber DSA 2024 to bolster the nation's cybersecurity with advanced AI hardware solutions.
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Bugcrowd launches CASPT solution to enhance security insights
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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devops
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apm
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cybersecurity
Bugcrowd's new CASPT solution aims to enhance security insights and provide continuous compliance, reducing organisations' exposure to external threats.
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Celonis climbs to 13th on Forbes 2024 Cloud 100 list
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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ai
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healthtech
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ai agents
Celonis advances to 13th on the Forbes 2024 Cloud 100 list, highlighting its crucial role in AI-powered Process Intelligence and heralding the Era of Efficiency.
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Intel 18A meets key milestones, poised for 2025 production
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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semiconductors
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operating systems
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cadence
Intel's cutting-edge 18A tech achieves milestone with first two products booting OS ahead of schedule; full production expected in 2025, aiding AI evolution.
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NICE secures WFM market leadership for 10th consecutive year
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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uc
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cx
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martech
NICE secures its position as the market share leader in WFM for the tenth year, commanding 33% of total seats, as confirmed by DMG’s 2024 report.
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Powerlink Queensland adopts RISE with SAP for digital transformation
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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ai agents
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copilots
Powerlink Queensland adopts RISE with SAP on Microsoft Azure to enhance data and asset management, operational efficiency, and sustainability reporting using AI capabilities.
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ECI Software Solutions acquires ProfitKey International
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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fintech
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erp
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m&a
ECI Software Solutions has acquired ProfitKey International to boost its ERP offerings for discrete manufacturers. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
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Cohesity named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for fifth year
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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gartner magic quadrant
Cohesity secures its fifth consecutive Leader title in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant, spotlighting its AI-powered data security and innovation prowess.
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Elastic reports critical security flaws in Microsoft systems
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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cloud services
Elastic Security Labs unveils critical flaws in Microsoft's Smart App Control and SmartScreen, exposing vulnerabilities that allow attackers to bypass security protocols with minimal user interaction.
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Cloud-based 5G to handle 50% of cellular traffic by 2028
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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uc
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smart cities
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5g & beyond
A Juniper Research study forecasts cloud-based networks will handle 50% of cellular traffic by 2028, boosting 5G efficiency and reliability significantly.
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Commvault expands cybersecurity ecosystem with key integrations
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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malware
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data protection
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data analytics
Commvault expands cybersecurity ecosystem by integrating with Acante, Dasera, Google Cloud, Splunk, and Wiz, enhancing data protection and cyber resilience solutions.
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Dell New Zealand sees 16% decline in revenue in FY2024
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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financial results
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professional services
Dell New Zealand reported a sharp 16% drop in FY2024 revenues, with total earnings falling from NZD $288 million to NZD $240.3 million, as market demand shrinks.
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WA tech leaders honoured at INCITE Awards in Perth
Sat, 3rd Aug 2024
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ai
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digital inclusion
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edith cowan university
Dr Parwinder Kaur was named Achiever of the Year at the 33rd INCITE Awards, celebrating Western Australia's foremost tech innovations and leaders.
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Report by Infosys & MIT delves into AI-focused cloud strategies
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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cloud services
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data infrastructure
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report
A report by Infosys and MIT Technology Review Insights reveals that companies with advanced cloud systems are planning substantial investments to support AI adoption.
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Kiwi Mobile tackles NZD $400 million in wasted mobile data
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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uc
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commerce commission
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telco
New Zealanders waste NZD $400 million yearly on unused mobile data. Kiwi Mobile aims to change this with its new Endless plan, charging only for data used.
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John Lewis enhances retail media capabilities for brands
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
John Lewis introduces new retail media capabilities with Epsilon, empowering brands to craft adverts on johnlewis.com, enhancing customer engagement and sales.
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AI startup Sybill secures USD $11 million to enhance B2B sales
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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ai
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ai agents
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ai assistant
AI startup Sybill raises USD $11 million to enhance its AI assistant for B2B sales, automating lead conversion and achieving rapid growth in less than a year.
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Global enterprises struggling with AI talent shortage
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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data protection
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it training
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ai
More than a third of global enterprises are struggling to attract essential AI and data talent, jeopardising their AI ambitions, an IDC study reveals.