About Sean
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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Hewlett Packard opens first 'Saudi Made' server facility with female-led workforce
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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supply chain
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hpe
Hewlett Packard's debut Saudi Made server production facility, majority-led by female workforce, manufactures ProLiant servers in collaboration with Alfanar, advancing Saudi's Vision 2030 and AI technology fronts.
Perforce's JRebel report reveals rise of productivity teams in Java development
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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martech
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software development
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agentic ai
Perforce Software's JRebel 2024 survey shows a spike in Java development productivity teams, indicating a shift towards group-focused efforts and AI tools to streamline processes.
Ordr launches unique training programme to bolster cyber security skills
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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it training
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digital transformation
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iot
Ordr introduces the innovative Ordr University, a unique AI-based training programme built to equip cybersecurity teams with the skills required to combat growing cyber threats.
Qumulo unveils ANQ Cold, a major innovation in cold data storage
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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storage
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Qumulo reveals Azure Native Qumulo Cold (ANQ Cold), an innovative, affordable cloud-native solution for managing cold file data. The service could be up to 90% cheaper than other providers.
Lisbon's Vawlt Technologies secures €2.15m for supercloud expansion
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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data protection
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hyperscale
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dc
Lisbon-based start-up, Vawlt, secures an additional €2.15m funding to boost their unique long-term distributed storage solution and expand their global footprint.
Bitcoin exceeds $72k mark, soaring to unprecedented high
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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blockchain
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defi
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bitcoin
Bitcoin's value has soared past $72,000 for the first time ever, fueled by increased acceptance of the cryptocurrency by influential financial institutions and the anticipation of the upcoming halving event.
Ant Group raises cross-border transaction limit to $5,000
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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fintech
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alipay
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tourism
Ant Group boosts its cross-border payment limit fivefold to $5,000 per transaction to simplify international visits in line with China's updated policies.
A third of GenAI services to use autonomous agents by 2028, Gartner predicts
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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edutech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Gartner predicts that by 2028, a third of interactions with generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) will employ autonomous agents for task completion, possibly transforming workplace operations across sectors.
Extreme Networks named Leader in Gartner's LAN Infrastructure report
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Recognised as a leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure, Extreme Networks collects its sixth consecutive accolade, highlighting its innovative cloud networking prowess.
Deel acquires PaySpace, solidifying lead in global payroll industry
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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hcm
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risk & compliance
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payroll systems
Global payroll front-runner Deel acquires Africa-based PaySpace, significantly strengthening its global coverage and infrastructure—hits a remarkable $500M annual recurring revenue within five years.
Fujitsu boosts spend with First Nations suppliers via SAP Ariba
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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fujitsu
Fujitsu advances sustainable procurement through SAP Ariba adoption, exponentially increasing support for First Nations suppliers from $200K to over $5.1M, and improving supply chain visibility.
KnowBe4 launches AI-native platform AIDA to tighten security
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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it training
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ai
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cybersecurity
KnowBe4 launches AI-native platform, AIDA, automating security awareness and training selection to guard against AI exploitation by cybercriminals.
Global cellular IoT devices to double by 2028, says Juniper Research
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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uc
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iot
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ai
New study from Juniper Research predicts a spike in global cellular IoT devices from 3.4 billion in 2024 to 6.5 billion by 2028, necessitating advanced services for efficient automation and security.
Stephanie Hare to headline Women in Cybersecurity event 2024
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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data privacy
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ai
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cybersecurity
Technology ethics expert, Stephanie Hare, is set to keynote the 8th annual Women in Cybersecurity event at Infosecurity Europe 2024, discussing the implications of our tech revolution.
Genetec unveils Security Center SaaS: a leap in physical security tech
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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saas
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edutech
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firewalls
Genetec debuts innovative Security Center SaaS, a cybersecurity-focused unified service that integrates advanced physical security technology.
Rockwell Automation partners with Tasti for digital transformation
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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apm
Rockwell Automation and NZ-based Tasti Products partner for digital transformation through Plex system, augmenting business analytics and real-time shopfloor insights.
Generative AI set to disrupt NSW workforce by 2030
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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genai
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ai
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insurance
Generative AI and other critical technologies set to impact nearly 96% of NSW's workforce with the ACS Digital Pulse report predicting substantial disruption across key sectors.
AI can empower women & increase work-life balance, says Microsoft director
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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genai
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ai
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healthtech
Artificial Intelligence (AI) could tackle female workplace challenges like burnout, and lack of professional development, according to Microsoft NZ's Emma Barrett.
Dicker Data appointed as Adobe's distributor in Australia & New Zealand
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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network infrastructure
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martech
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microsoft
Dicker Data announces its appointment as an official Adobe distributor in Australia and New Zealand, following a rigorous review, set to capitalise on Adobe's innovative digital solutions with its network of 12,000 partners.
Location data used to show boom of fast food sector across Australia
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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inflation
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kfc
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gapmaps
Aussie fast food sector witnesses a significant growth with 226 new store openings in 2023, led by major chains like KFC and Sushi Hub, reports GapMaps.