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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.

Stories by Sean - Page 5

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BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety
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ai
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sustainability
New research from BT reveals that 72% of UK business leaders are stressed about meeting Net Zero targets, despite 56% feeling optimistic about sustainability.
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Rebura achieves Premier status in AWS Partner Network
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saas
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devops
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hyperscale
Rebura has reached Premier tier status in the Amazon Web Services Partner Network, solidifying its position in cloud migration and DevOps across Europe.
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Study reveals UK consumer confusion over fibre broadband
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uc
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telco
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asa
A new study reveals 77% of UK consumers are unaware that part-copper broadband can be marketed as 'fibre', prompting calls for clearer regulations.
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Megantic earns eight nominations at APAC Search Awards 2025
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martech
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ecommerce
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digital marketing
Megantic has earned eight nominations at the APAC Search Awards 2025, recognising its strong performance in eCommerce SEO campaigns.
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Compuware recognised in CIOReview's 2024 top 10 list
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uc
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hpc
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cleantech
Compuware Technology has been recognised in CIOReview's Top 10 Data Center Solutions for 2024, applauded for its energy-efficient power supply technologies.
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Aurizn acquires PAC Australia to expand defence expertise
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partner programmes
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ai
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systems integration
Aurizn Group has acquired PAC Australia in a strategic move to bolster its position in the defence technology sector, enhancing capabilities and expertise.
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OVHcloud's emission targets approved under Paris Agreement
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cleantech
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sustainability
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climate change
OVHcloud has secured approval for its greenhouse gas reduction targets, reinforcing its commitment to the Paris Agreement ahead of the 2030 deadline.
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AI to impact Australian real estate with rising office demand
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ai
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jll
A new JLL report reveals that AI could drive demand for an additional 483,000 square metres of office space in Australian CBDs by 2030.
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Rise of Apple in workplaces challenges IT departments
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personal computing devices
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apple
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productivity
The rise of Apple devices in New Zealand workplaces poses challenges for firms reliant on Windows systems, urging a shift towards device-agnostic cultures.
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CASwell launches CAR-6040 with Intel 5th Gen processors
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storage
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
CASwell has launched the CAR-6040, a powerful 2U rackmount device designed for networking and cybersecurity, featuring Intel's latest processors.
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PharmX expands with new suppliers, adding 80,000 SKUs
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ecommerce
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pfizer
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marketplace
PharmX has expanded its platform with 15 new suppliers, increasing its total offerings to over 80,000 SKUs across its Gateway and Marketplace solutions.
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Emerald Technology invests €8.4m in Keto Software
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cleantech
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sustainability
Emerald Technology Ventures has invested €8.4 million in Keto Software, enhancing its global reach for innovative Strategic Portfolio Management solutions.
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IoT cybersecurity market set to hit USD $60 billion by 2029
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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A Juniper Research study predicts the global IoT cybersecurity market will soar to USD $60 billion by 2029, driven by the rising adoption of IoT devices.
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Australian shoppers value seamless online & in-store experiences
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martech
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reviews
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omnichannel
A new report reveals that 89% of Australian shoppers prioritise seamless online and in-store experiences, highlighting a significant trend in consumer behaviour.
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SquareX unveils browser security tech at Melbourne CyberCon
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advanced persistent threat protection
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dlp
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risk & compliance
SquareX unveils its innovative Browser Detection and Response solution at the AISA Melbourne CyberCon 2024, targeting rising browser-based cyber threats.
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Varonis expands IaaS security to Google Cloud service
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storage
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
Varonis has expanded its IaaS security coverage to Google Cloud, enhancing data protection and automated threat detection for sensitive data.
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Bugcrowd partners with Least Authority for security boost
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devops
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encryption
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cryptocurrency
Bugcrowd and Least Authority have partnered to enhance secure-by-design consultancy, offering continuous security testing for FinTech and Web3 products.
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Aryaka highlights network security challenges for industry
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Aryaka's new report reveals that 68% of manufacturing firms face network security challenges, highlighting the critical need for visibility and IT support.
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Red Hat & Microsoft partner to enhance AI on Azure
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hybrid cloud
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open source
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genai
Red Hat partners with Microsoft to launch RHEL AI on Azure, aiming to enhance AI deployment for businesses and support their evolving needs.
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UK businesses at higher risk of ransomware on holidays
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Research by Semperis reveals that over 50% of UK firms are vulnerable to ransomware during holidays and weekends due to understaffed security teams.