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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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Varonis Systems named leader in data security by Forrester
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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cloud security
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Varonis Systems has topped The Forrester Wave's Q1 2025 report for Data Security Platforms, gaining recognition as both Leader and Customer Favourite.
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CrowdStrike reports strong fiscal year 2025 financial growth
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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cloud security
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ai security
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cybersecurity
CrowdStrike's fourth quarter results reveal a 25% revenue surge to USD $1.06 billion, as it aims for a USD $10 billion annual recurring revenue target by 2029.
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Australian firms lead in global AI adoption according to Canva
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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genai
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data privacy
A recent report reveals that 81% of Australian business leaders view AI as vital to strategy, the highest globally, with 93% embracing experimentation.
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Aryaka expands globally with strategic partnerships in APAC
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Aryaka is expanding its global reach with new partnerships in Japan and Australia, alongside senior appointments to enhance its market strategy in the APAC region.
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Apple launches new iPad Air with powerful M3 chip
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data privacy
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cleantech
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personal computing devices
Apple has launched its latest iPad Air featuring the M3 chip and redesigned Magic Keyboard, elevating performance and usability with prices starting at NZD $1,199.
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Generative AI market soars, NVIDIA & AWS lead sectors
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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genai
The generative AI market soared to USD $25.6 billion in 2024, driven by rapid tech adoption and dominated by key players like NVIDIA and Microsoft.
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Change in CISO liability policies at 93% of businesses
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
A survey by Fastly reveals 93% of organisations have revised policies to alleviate Chief Information Security Officers' liability, influenced by tightening regulations.
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Banks to boost risk tech investment amid macro challenges
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Seventy-five per cent of banks are set to increase investment in risk technology, as a global report highlights rising priorities amid macroeconomic challenges.
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GitHub unveils new security products for all developers
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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application security
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devsecops
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cybersecurity
GitHub is set to enhance security for developers by launching two standalone products, Secret Protection and Code Security, from April 2025.
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Quarter of Australian hospitals lack strong cyber measures
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
A recent report reveals that nearly 23% of Australia's top hospitals lack basic cybersecurity measures, putting patients at risk of email fraud.
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AI to reshape Australian office space requirements
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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smart cities
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ai
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cleantech
Research suggests that AI is set to transform Australian office space needs, with an expected increase of 483,000 sqm to support evolving demands.
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New Zealand hosts first Web 3 hackathon to explore solutions
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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edutech
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data analytics
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cryptocurrency
New Zealand will host its inaugural Web 3 hackathon at the University of Auckland, focusing on innovative solutions like government expenditure tracking.
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Rubrik unveils enhanced protection across cloud platforms
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rubrik has unveiled advanced enhancements for data protection across cloud, SaaS and on-premises environments, aiming to bolster cyber resilience and recovery speed.
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Turnitin launches Clarity tool to enhance academic integrity
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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genai
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ai
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transparency
Turnitin has unveiled Turnitin Clarity, a new tool designed to uphold academic integrity and promote responsible AI use among students and educators.
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Okta surpasses USD $1 billion in AWS Marketplace sales
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Okta has exceeded USD $1 billion in sales through the AWS Marketplace, as its fourth-quarter revenue rises 13% to USD $682 million, showcasing robust growth.
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IDeaS launches API portal to enhance tech collaboration
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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cloud services
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collaboration
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sas
IDeaS has unveiled an API data integration developer portal aimed at boosting collaboration among hospitality technology providers and streamlining connections.
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Supply Chain leaders lack understanding of key processes
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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supply chain & logistics
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ai
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celonis
A survey reveals that 84% of Supply Chain leaders lack clarity on their business processes, with many caught in a reactive mode facing urgent challenges.
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Tech leaders advocate for gender equality on International Women's Day
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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genai
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ai
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cybersecurity
As International Women's Day highlights gender equality struggles, leaders like Hope Wang and Ghazal Asif stress the need for inclusive tech environments and mentorship.
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OPPO to launch Reno13 Series in New Zealand on 27 March
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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smartphones
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oppo
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photography
OPPO is set to unveil its Reno13 Series in New Zealand on 27 March, featuring advanced AI capabilities and a unique design for the mid-range market.
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Hewlett Packard unveils networking solutions in APAC
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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robots
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uc
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digital transformation
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has unveiled new networking solutions targeting telcos in the Asia Pacific, aiming to enhance AI capabilities and bridge the digital divide.