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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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Ori partners with Kao Data to launch UK's first AI cloud
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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Ori has launched its first UK AI cloud region at Kao Data’s Harlow data centre, marking a significant step in bolstering the UK's AI capabilities.
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Mid-sized businesses drive growth, says MYOB research
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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Research from the MYOB Discover Live conference showcases mid-sized businesses as vital to enhancing New Zealand's economic productivity through technology and automation.
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Harmony raises USD $3 million to boost AI cyber defences
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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Harmony Intelligence has raised USD $3 million to enhance AI-driven cyber defence technologies, tackling the surge of AI-enabled cyber threats.
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Singaporean firms embrace digital tech despite energy fears
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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A survey from Alibaba Cloud reveals that while 84% of Singaporean businesses see digital tech as key to sustainability, 86% worry about its energy demands.
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ManageEngine's Log360 evolves into security analytics hub
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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ManageEngine has redefined its Log360 solution into a comprehensive security analytics platform, enhancing threat detection and compliance capabilities.
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Atturra acquires Kitepipe in USD $3.15 million deal
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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Atturra has secured the acquisition of Project Delivery Services LLC, known as Kitepipe, for USD $3.15 million, enhancing its Boomi service capabilities.
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LG offers discounts on gaming monitors & laptops
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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LG Electronics Australia has launched a pre-order promotion for its 2025 range of gaming monitors and laptops, offering up to 30% discounts from 12 to 26 March.
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Unihack 2025 returns with support from Logitech Australia
Sun, 9th Mar 2025
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Australia's largest student hackathon, Unihack, returns from 14-16 March 2025, backed by major sponsor Logitech, with an expected 600 participants.
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Miranda McLean honoured in 2024 Women in FinTech Powerlist
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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Miranda McLean, CMO of Ecommpay, has once again been named in the Innovate Finance Women in FinTech Powerlist 2024, recognising her impact in the industry.
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Beyond Key celebrates women's empowerment on Women's Day
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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Beyond Key celebrated International Women's Day 2025 with talks from inspiring speakers and initiatives aimed at empowering women within the workplace.
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European AI centre of excellence to launch in Paris
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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Viva Technology has joined forces with the World Economic Forum to launch a European Centre for AI Excellence, aiming to enhance Europe's AI innovation landscape.
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Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2023
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, tech firms like CMTG and Fugro champion gender equality, advocating initiatives to boost female participation in the industry.
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Empowering women in tech: Bridging leadership gaps
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day, leaders urge systemic changes in tech to bridge the gender gap, emphasising inclusion for driving innovation and equitable advancement.
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Women in tech report reveals progress & ongoing challenges
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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A new report from ANSR and Talent500 reveals that while workplace diversity for women in tech improves, challenges like pay gaps and mentorship persist.
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Hands-on Review: Apple iPhone 16e: Balancing performance & affordability
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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Apple's new iPhone 16e offers a compelling blend of performance and affordability, priced at USD $599, making it an attractive option for users.
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Generative AI in dating apps: women face increased risks
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A survey by Sumsub reveals that nearly half of British dating app users see deepfakes as heightening risks, particularly affecting women's safety.
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Cloudera named among Ireland's best workplaces for women
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Cloudera has been honoured as one of Ireland's Best Workplaces for Women 2025, celebrating their ongoing commitment to supporting female employees.
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KnowBe4 named Cybersecurity Company of the Year 2025
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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KnowBe4 has been named Cybersecurity Company of the Year at the 2025 teissAwards, highlighting its dedication to tackling human risk in cybersecurity.
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Airwallex acquires CTIN Pay, expands into Vietnam market
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Airwallex has signed agreements to acquire CTIN Pay in Vietnam, expanding its Southeast Asian operations and enhancing support for international commerce.
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Bitdefender joins AWS programme to boost global presence
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Bitdefender has joined the AWS Independent Software Vendor Accelerate Program, enhancing its cybersecurity software solutions for AWS customers worldwide.