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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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ShipStation boosts retailers with major platform upgrades
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martech
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cx
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australian
ShipStation unveils a suite of features for Australian retailers, including Checkout Rates and Custom Labels, to bolster operational efficiency amidst rising eCommerce demands.
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New tech on display at Dynamic Supplies Auckland showroom
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printing
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uc
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nz
Dynamic Supplies NZ unveils innovative tech solutions at its expanded Auckland showroom, diversifying from traditional printing into unified communications and outdoor tech.
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Joao Silva named Pure Storage's VP for EMEA, Latin America operations
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cloud services
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storage
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cx
Joao Silva, a seasoned British tech executive, has been named Vice President of EMEA and Latin America operations for Pure Storage, set to drive growth after the firm's notable Q4 performance.
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Zyxel Networks highlights AI's key role in SMB network management
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ransomware
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network management
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malware
Zyxel Networks showcases how artificial intelligence can revolutionise network infrastructure management, especially for SMBs, by optimising operations, security, and performance.
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Half of businesses risk severe data loss, Fasthosts research shows
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cloud services
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data protection
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dr
Fasthosts warns that nearly half of businesses may not be prepared to prevent major data losses, a risk that could cause significant financial and reputational damage.
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World Backup Day triggers call for holistic cybersecurity overhaul
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data protection
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dr
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cloud services
On World Backup Day, tech industry leaders urge organisations to improve cyber security strategies and adopt hardware-based solutions and Zero Trust protocols. They also highlight the potential risks of generative AI.
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Vivek Ramachandran joins Black Hat Arsenal review board
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cybersecurity
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mentorship
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squarex
Cybersecurity luminary Vivek Ramachandran joins the Black Hat Arsenal review board, keen to mentor the future cyber professionals and further his commitment to the industry.
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Dynamic Supplies - Elevating hybrid work with MS Teams & MaxHub solutions
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microsoft
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uc
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wfh
Dynamic Supplies and AV Supply highlight the future of hybrid workspaces and collaborative tech in a webinar featuring industry leaders from Microsoft, MaxHub, and Nureva.
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Exclusive Networks acquires NEXTGEN Group to bolster APAC presence
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big data
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bi
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data analytics
Cybersecurity giant, Exclusive Networks, unveils plans to fully acquire channel services firm, NEXTGEN Group, boosting its market presence across the Asia-Pacific region.
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CyberArk launches industry's first identity-centric secure browser
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data protection
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pam
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dark web
CyberArk launches industry-first identity-centric secure browser, providing a robust blend of security, privacy, and efficiency suited to varying user needs and ensuring protection of sensitive data.
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Paysend expands services with amplified Currencycloud partnership
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fintech
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canada
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us
Fintech firms Paysend and Currencycloud expand partnership, aiming to extend Paysend's global services and boost its foreign exchange capabilities, potentially benefiting customers worldwide.
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FreightExchange launches CO2 emissions tool for green logistics
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sustainable it
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oem
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supply chain & logistics
FreightExchange has launched a CO2 emissions reporting tool in its platform, aiming to provide customers real-time insights into the environmental impact of their freight operations.
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NICE launches next-gen AI tool Enlighten Copilot for CX leaders
Last month
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cx
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contact centre
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martech
NICE's next-gen Enlighten Copilot AI technology, geared toward CX decision-makers and supervisors, promises to enhance customer interactions with real-time data analysis, amidst the rise of AI usage in the workplace.
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Global malware surge revealed in WatchGuard's latest Internet Security Report
Last month
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firewall
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ransomware
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malware
Surge in evasive malware noted in WatchGuard Technologies' Internet Security Report alongside revelations of increased cyber attacks exploiting on-premises email servers; however, ransomware threats show decline.
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Dreame Technology debuts Roboticmower A1 in Australia
Last month
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robotics
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safety
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dreame technology
Dreame Technology enters outdoor maintenance market with the debut of its Roboticmower A1 in Australia, an all-in-one robot lawn mower touted for reducing costs and freeing homeowners' time.
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Ingram Micro NZ appoints Leon De Suza as new Managing Director
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nz
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ingram micro
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distributors
With 18 years of commitment and an impressive track record to his credit, Leon De Suza takes on the role of Managing Director for Ingram Micro's New Zealand operations.
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Empowering businesses: T4 Group’s strategic Data Centre acquisition
Last month
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colocation
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digital transformation
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nz
T4 Group bolsters its position in the co-location market with the strategic acquisition of the East Tāmaki Data Centre, offering businesses secure and cost-effective data solutions.
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Logitech unveils Signature Slim Combo for blended work-life balance
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apple
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pc hardware
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technology gifts
Logitech unveils the Signature Slim Combo, an intuitive combination of a wireless keyboard and mouse, designed to seamlessly blend work and personal computer use, set to become available in March 2024.
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Canadian ISA Cybersecurity launches first UK operation in London
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ransomware
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ml
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advanced persistent threat protection
In response to rising cybercrime rates, Canada's leading cybersecurity firm, ISA Cybersecurity, expands its array of esteemed detection and recovery services to the UK, marking its first operation outside Canada.
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Data centre market boom predicted by 2024 Global Index report
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ai
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mumbai
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asia pacific
The global data centre market should brace for high-demand and swift AI adoption, led by significant growth in the Asia Pacific, says a report by DC Byte.
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Logicalis Australia acquires Microsoft's MXDR partner status
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
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cybersecurity
Logicalis Australia, a leading provider of digital managed services, has acquired Microsoft's esteemed managed extended detection and response partner status, reinforcing its robust security capabilities.
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Claroty & Axonius unite for stronger enterprise cyber resilience
Last month
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ransomware
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wfh
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saas
Claroty and Axonius announce a strategic partnership to enhance enterprise attack surface management, integrating cyber-physical systems and cybersecurity asset management to maximise cyber-resilience.
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Adobe unveils Firefly & Custom Models to harness GenAI advances
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creative technologies
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martech
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ai
Adobe shakes up content creation with the launch of Firefly Services and Custom Models, harnessing generative AI to streamline productivity and personalise brand content.
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Adobe unveils AI advancements for centralised customer data
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martech
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cdp
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ai
Adobe boosts its Experience Cloud through an AI assistant and additional features, enabling businesses to centralise and extract value from customer data.