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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

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Netskope: leader in IDC MarketScape DLP 2025 assessment
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digital transformation
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ml
Netskope has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide DLP 2025, recognising its effective data loss prevention solutions amid evolving security challenges.
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CrowdStrike launches services partner programme for SIEM
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siem
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cybersecurity
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deloitte
CrowdStrike has launched its Services Partner Program to enhance the integration of its Falcon Next-Gen SIEM platform, joining forces with major firms like Deloitte and EY.
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CEOs globally focus on tariffs & agentic AI in 2025
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ai
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ai agents
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recruitment
IoT Analytics' Q1 2025 report highlights a 190% spike in CEO discussions on tariffs, alongside rising concerns over economic uncertainty and agentic AI.
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Giga Computing & Start Campus partner on AI study
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data analytics
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cloud services
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predictive analytics
Giga Computing and Start Campus have launched a joint study to integrate advanced data centre tech, aiming to enhance efficiency and support AI workloads.
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Supervised unveils AI platform to transform management roles
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management
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business continuity
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leadership
Supervised has launched its AI-powered platform, enabling managers to directly oversee up to 30 reports, transforming management in enterprise structures.
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Australian firms overestimate cyber defences, survey reveals
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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ai
A new survey reveals a stark contrast in cybersecurity perceptions among Australian businesses, with security leaders overly confident while employees feel unprepared.
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Pureprofile launches AI tools for decoding consumer trends
Yesterday
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data analytics
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digital marketing
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market research
Global data company Pureprofile has launched three AI-driven tools to help brands decode online consumer sentiment and track emerging trends effectively.
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Pronto Software gains prestigious Australian Owned status
Yesterday
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erp
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pronto software
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mining
Pronto Software has achieved the distinguished Australian Owned certification, underscoring its commitment to supporting local business innovation and economic growth.
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CrowdStrike boosts Falcon with new AI risk management tools
Yesterday
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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network security
CrowdStrike has unveiled enhancements to its Falcon Exposure Management, introducing AI-powered risk prioritisation for network assets and simplifying cybersecurity.
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Dreame Technology releases X50 Ultra in Australia market
Yesterday
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robots
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smart home
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vacuum cleaner
Dreame Technology has launched the X50 Ultra in Australia, claiming it's the most advanced robot vacuum yet, priced at AUD $2,999.
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Google's AI push prompts Aussie firms to boost visibility
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cx
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martech
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ai
Google's AI advancements are reshaping how Australian small businesses must optimise their online presence to stay competitive and ensure visibility.
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Australian enterprises gear up for AI agent integration push
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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financial systems
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genai
A new report from SnapLogic reveals that 84% of Australian IT leaders trust AI agents as much or more than humans, with significant investment anticipated in the next year.
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Australian start-up secures U.S. patent for energy storage tech
Yesterday
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cleantech
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renewable energy
Allegro Energy, an Australian start-up, secures a U.S. patent for its innovative micro-emulsion electrolyte technology, bolstering renewable energy storage solutions.
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Lenovo unveils AI solution with NVIDIA to boost efficiency
Yesterday
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ai
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ai agents
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lenovo
Lenovo has launched the Hybrid AI Advantage with NVIDIA, aiming to enhance enterprise productivity and streamline AI integration across various business operations.
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Milestone Systems unveils XProtect 2025 R1 with new features
Yesterday
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smart cities
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digital entertainment
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video management software
Milestone Systems has unveiled XProtect 2025 R1, enhancing cloud integration and vehicle analytics for improved security and urban planning solutions.
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AI investments struggle to deliver expected productivity boosts
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hcm
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partner programmes
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genai
A recent survey by Gartner indicates that only 37% of teams using traditional AI see productivity boosts, with generative AI trailing at 34%, sparking concerns among CFOs.
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UK organisations face significant rise in phishing threats
2 days ago
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
The latest report from KnowBe4 reveals a 17.3% rise in phishing threats and a sharp increase in ransomware attacks, highlighting evolving cyber risks for 2025.
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Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester
2 days ago
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firewalls
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cx
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martech
Cloudflare has been named a leader in Web Application Firewall solutions by Forrester Research, achieving top scores in 14 key evaluation criteria.
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Dell & ITE partner to launch VDI centre in Singapore
2 days ago
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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it training
Dell Technologies has partnered with the Institute of Technical Education to launch a hybrid cloud VDI Centre, enhancing digital skills and AI readiness for Singapore's workforce.
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National Print Awards introduce Ricoh Women in Industry Award
2 days ago
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gender equality
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pd
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ceo
The National Print Awards has launched the Ricoh Women in Industry Award, celebrating women in Australian print with a professional development experience in London.