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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Austroads unveils Digital Trust Service for mobile licences
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iam
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digital identity
The Austroads unveils the Digital Trust Service for secure, internationally verifiable mobile driver's licences at IVC24, aiming for a 2025-2026 rollout.
Snom reveals M56 DECT for challenging work environments
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uc
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telco
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restaurants
Snom's new M56 DECT device, equipped with IP67 certification and a rugged design, targets challenging work environments like construction sites and workshops.
Carbonix partners with Toll to enhance drone operations in Australia
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drones
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collaboration
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uav
Carbonix teams up with Toll Uncrewed Systems to boost drone operations in Australia, leveraging Toll's training expertise to enhance the performance and versatility of Carbonix’s UAV platforms.
CorPlan wins contract to supply SkyCity with IBM software
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data analytics
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planning
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erp
CorPlan NZ has snagged a key contract to supply SkyCity with IBM Planning Analytics software, enhancing budgeting and forecasting efficiency amidst stiff competition.
UK developers favour JavaScript, eager to learn Python in 2024
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software development
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developers
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java
Stack Overflow's 2024 Developer Survey reveals JavaScript as the top language among UK developers, with Python leading future aspirations.
Elastic report: misconfigurations & OSTs heighten cyber risk
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encryption
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hyperscale
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mfa
Elastic's 2024 Global Threat Report reveals that misconfigurations and offensive security tools are major cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Adversaries exploit basic security weaknesses to breach cloud environments and gather credentials, urging firms to tighten their defences.
Logpoint acquires Muninn to bolster AI-driven cybersecurity
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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edr
Logpoint has acquired Muninn to bolster its cybersecurity suite, integrating AI-driven NDR capabilities into its SIEM platform to enhance threat detection and response.
Vistage CEO survey shows UK SME leaders facing economic doubt
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ai
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productivity
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sales
Vistage’s Q3 2024 CEO Confidence Index reveals a drop from 111.6 to 107.1, highlighting economic uncertainty for UK and Ireland SMEs amidst the looming Autumn Budget.
Getac unveils Essentials Suite to enhance rugged device management
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mdm
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personal computing devices
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it managers
Getac has launched the Essentials Suite, a comprehensive software package designed to enhance the operational efficiency of field workers and streamline the management of rugged devices.
Cybersecurity evolution: harnessing GenAI for defence & growth
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
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quantum computing
EY’s latest report reveals the role of Generative AI in combating cyber threats, projecting it will be involved in 17% of attacks by 2027.
Segway-Ninebot unveils advanced ZT3 Pro scooter for AUD $1699
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jb hi-fi
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harvey norman
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electric scooter
Segway-Ninebot's new ZT3 Pro electric scooter, priced at AUD $1,699, promises advanced smart tech and robust off-road capabilities for urban commuters and adventure seekers alike.
Google invests USD $1 billion in Thailand's digital future
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google
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jobs
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alphabet
Google has declared a USD $1 billion investment to boost Thailand's digital infrastructure, bolstering cloud and data centres in Bangkok and Chonburi.
Zoho study reveals rising customer service expectations in Australia
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cx
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martech
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data privacy
Australian consumers now see excellent customer service from small businesses as a basic expectation, with 24% willing to pay more for superior experiences, new Zoho research reveals.
Homebuyers warned as property scams surge in spring season
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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identity theft
Amid a surge in property-related scams, InfoTrack advises caution during this spring’s busy real estate season. Buyers are urged to bolster cyber security.
Podeo secures USD $5.4m to redefine global podcasting
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data analytics
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advertising
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big data
Podeo secures USD $5.4 million in Series A funding, led by Oraseya Capital, to accelerate podcast discoverability and monetization for over 100,000 creators globally.
Westcon-Comstor adds Stratus to vendor list, boosts IoT division
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smartphones
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firewalls
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digital transformation
Westcon-Comstor expands its IoT portfolio by partnering with Stratus Technologies to offer advanced edge computing solutions across EMEA, targeting digital transformation.
Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 16 Pro smartphone
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smartphones
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reviews
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personal computing devices
Apple's iPhone 16 Pro wows with a titanium frame, A18 Pro chip, and advanced camera system, setting a new standard in design and performance.
Australians see spike in mobile marketing, Attentive revenue up 125%
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cx
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martech
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customer engagement
Australian brands, including July and Hey Bud, are experiencing remarkable growth by adopting Attentive’s mobile marketing, leading to a 125% revenue rise.
AMD & Oracle boost AI capabilities with new accelerator launch
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it training
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genai
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ai
AMD's Instinct MI300X accelerators are now powering Oracle Cloud Infrastructure's latest Compute Supercluster, designed for handling advanced AI models with hundreds of billions of parameters.
Samsung unveils Galaxy S24 FE & Tab S10 series in New Zealand
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samsung
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productivity
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rtx
Samsung debuts the Galaxy S24 FE smartphone and Galaxy Tab S10 series tablet in New Zealand, set for release on 4 October 2024.