About Sean
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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.
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Foodstuffs South Island transforms operations with cloud move
2 days ago
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cloud services
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digital transformation
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Foodstuffs South Island champions a 14-month cloud transformation with SAP S/4 HANA RISE, optimising operations, reducing food waste, and boosting customer insights for the New Zealand-based grocery giant.
Tech experts urge passwordless protection on World Password Day
2 days ago
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cyber attacks
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social engineering
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jumio
In observance of World Password Day, tech experts, including Jumio's CTO Stuart Wells, stress the urgent need to replace outdated password-based authentication with more reliable, AI-powered biometric alternatives amid rising cyber-attack threats.
Semperis unveils groundbreaking identity runtime protection platform
3 days ago
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ml
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ai
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cybersecurity
Semperis introduces innovative Identity Runtime Protection (IRP), leveraging 150 years of expertise to advance cybersecurity manoeuvres with improved threat detection and response measures.
Logpoint unveils platform enhancements for improved cybersecurity operations
3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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nac
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siem
Cybersecurity firm Logpoint has introduced enhancements to its Director and Converged Security Information and Event Management platforms, set to improve performance and user experience for MSSPs and other organisations.
Barracuda report explores challenges in managing cyber risks
4 days ago
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firewall
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Barracuda Networks' new report reveals business struggles in tackling cyber risk, with less than half of respondents confident in their risk management capabilities.
Aqua Security launches SaaS cloud security platform in Australia
4 days ago
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cloud security
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application security
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digital transformation
Aqua Security launches its SaaS cloud native security platform in Australia to meet surging demand and address data sovereignty, compliance and threat prevention needs amid accelerated digital transformation.
Radware unveils AI-powered DNS DDoS protection solution
4 days ago
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ddos
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network security
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firewall
Cybersecurity firm Radware has launched an AI-driven version of its DNS DDoS Protection solution. Using patented algorithms, it accurately identifies and blocks harmful traffic without human interaction, improving attack response time.
AI forces major operational changes in Australian businesses
4 days ago
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martech
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cx
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cdp
Artificial intelligence (AI) is prompting 75% of Australian businesses to significantly change operational strategies within four years, a shift greater than the last 20 years, according to HubSpot.
Ricoh Australia introduces 'Ricoh Spaces' for hybrid workplace efficiency
4 days ago
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printing
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cloud services
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digital signage
RICOH Australia launches RICOH Spaces, a dynamic cloud-based platform designed to enhance hybrid work models and streamline businesses, providing analytics for informed workspace decisions.
Yokogawa collaborates with Fortinet for secure IT/OT integration
4 days ago
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firewall
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ml
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breach prevention
Yokogawa Engineering Asia is joining cybersecurity firm Fortinet's Engage Partner Program to enhance IT and operational technology security within industries such as oil, gas and manufacturing.
Australian businesses fast-track Microsoft cloud adoption amid cyber threats
Last week
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firewall
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digital transformation
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network security
Australian businesses are hastening their digital transformations, causing a surge in the nation's Microsoft cloud ecosystem due to factors such as cloud costs and cyber risks, states an ISG report.
Zscaler introduces enhanced ZDX service for improved IT operations
Last week
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cloud services
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saas
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cloud security
Zscaler boosts its cloud security services with new enhancements—ZDX Copilot, Hosted Monitoring, and Data Explorer—promising improved digital experience insights for enhanced IT operational efficiency and collaboration.
HID acknowledged as Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services
Last week
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wayfinding
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gartner magic quadrant
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gartner
HID, a global leader in trusted identity solutions, has been named a 'Leader' in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services, reflecting its strong vision and strategic acquisitions in the industry.
CompliantERP tops as 2024 Australian IT Small Business Champion
Last week
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compliance
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smb
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customer service
Brisbane's CompliantERP has been hailed as the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion in Information Technology, underscoring their dedication to innovation and excellence within the sector.
High Performance Podcast duo to keynote Infosecurity Europe conference
Last week
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
High Performance Podcast's Jake Humphrey and Professor Damian Hughes set to enrich Infosecurity Europe conference with lessons from top performers, addressing behavioural resilience amid cyber threats.
Tricentis launches AI assistant Copilot to enhance software testing
Last week
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testing
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ai
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idc
Tricentis introduces genAI assistant, Copilot, set to revolutionise software testing through AI scripting, increasing speed and efficiency and promises more user-friendly AI integration.
New UK cybersecurity law takes effect amid evolving threats
Last week
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dark web
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encryption
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cybersecurity
The UK's Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act has now become fully operational, enforcing digital security requirements within the telecommunication sector, amid doubts over its adequacy to address evolving cyber threats.
HP introduces AI-powered personal computers in Australia
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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wfh
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ai
HP groundbreaking AI-enabled personal computers - designed to revolutionise productivity and collaboration - have been launched in Australia.
Seagate outlines roadmap towards sustainable datasphere & renewable energy
Last week
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sustainable it
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power / energy
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renewable energy
Seagate Technology charts its course towards 100% renewable energy use and carbon neutrality by 2040, illustrating significant strides in ethical and inclusive data storage in annual ESG report.
Singapore fintech Qashier secures Major Payment Institution licence
Last week
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monetary authority of singapore
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singapore
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r&d
Singapore fintech startup, Qashier, secures in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, paving the way for diversified payment offerings.
Berlin's OTIC achieves first O-RAN unit certification
Last week
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telco
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certification
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viavi solutions
Berlin-based OTIC, at Deutsche Telekom's innovation campus, has accomplished the first European certification of an O-RAN unit, marking a significant milestone for open radio access networks.
Consult Red enhances European ISP services with HUMAX collaboration
Last week
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wifi
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isp
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collaboration
UK tech firm Consult Red collaborates with HUMAX Networks, enabling ISPs in Europe to deploy new services more swiftly using open-source functionality on the GPON Wi-Fi 6 platform.
Cradlepoint launches rapid-deploy secure network solution NetCloud SASE
Last week
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malware
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cloud services
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physical security
Cradlepoint, an Ericsson division, unveils its revolutionising single vendor Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution, NetCloud SASE, promising agile and secure network deployment in six minutes.
KnowBe4 to acquire Egress for enhanced AI-driven cybersecurity
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
KnowBe4 plans to acquire Egress, enhancing its AI-driven cybersecurity platform to effectively manage human risk amid increasing email security threats.