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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Balance of leadership and safety crucial to AI Opportunity Action Plan
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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ai
Sir Keir Starmer is poised to present the AI Opportunity Action Plan, aiming to position the UK as a leader in AI while ensuring safety and innovation harmoniously coexist.
Keir Starmer unveils AI action plan to drive growth & innovation
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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data privacy
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced an ambitious AI Opportunities Action Plan aimed at driving GBP £47 billion in economic growth and global competitiveness.
AbuSearch team wins award at SAS hackathon for AI project
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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sas
A UK team, AbuSearch, has won a global hackathon's 'Data for Good' award for developing AI-driven solutions to combat online child sexual abuse.
Mandiant reveals details of major Ivanti VPN vulnerability
Fri, 10th Jan 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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vpns
Mandiant unveils a critical zero-day vulnerability in Ivanti Connect Secure VPN appliances, exploited since December 2024 by a suspected China-linked group.
Cohesity expands cyber resilience with new IR partners
Fri, 10th Jan 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Cohesity is boosting its Cyber Event Response Team services by partnering with firms like Palo Alto Networks and Sophos to enhance cyber resilience for clients.
Motorola unveils V200 body camera for frontline safety
Fri, 10th Jan 2025
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physical security
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retailtech
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healthtech
Motorola Solutions has launched the V200 bodyworn camera to enhance frontline worker safety across sectors, including retail and healthcare, amidst rising safety concerns.
Integrity360 acquires Nclose to boost global expansion plans
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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soc
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partner programmes
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casb
Integrity360 has acquired South African cybersecurity firm Nclose, enhancing its global presence and expanding its staff to over 180 in the region.
PepsiCo launches sustainability accelerator for A/NZ startups
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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dei
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supply chain
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cleantech
PepsiCo has launched its third Greenhouse Accelerator Program in Asia Pacific, inviting A/NZ startups to apply for equity-free grants of USD $20,000 and more.
DTCC outlines priorities for financial industry in 2025
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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ai
DTCC outlines its strategic vision for 2025, focusing on tech advancements, risk management, and robust regulatory compliance amid market challenges.
Ivanti issues patch for critical security vulnerability
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
Ivanti has announced critical patches for two vulnerabilities in its Connect Secure and Policy Secure products, one of which is already under active exploitation.
Binance teams up with Gasly for fan-designed F1 helmet
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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blockchain
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formula one
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cryptocurrency
Binance has teamed up with Formula One driver Pierre Gasly for an exciting helmet design contest, allowing fans to win exclusive prizes ahead of the Australian Grand Prix.
WatchGuard acquires ActZero to boost cybersecurity services
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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endpoint protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
WatchGuard Technologies has acquired ActZero to enhance its Managed Detection and Response services, boosting cybersecurity capabilities for clients.
Employment Hero acquires Humi for over CAD $100 million
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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hcm
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workforce management
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global expansion
Employment Hero has acquired Canadian platform Humi for over CAD $100 million, aiming to expand into Canada’s SME market with tailored employment solutions.
Expereo becomes Starlink reseller for global connectivity
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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uc
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network infrastructure
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spacetech
Expereo has become a Starlink Authorized Reseller, enhancing global internet connectivity through satellite solutions for businesses, especially in remote areas.
Oracle unveils Exadata X11M for enhanced AI performance
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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cleantech
Oracle has launched Exadata X11M, enhancing AI and transaction processing performance while maintaining costs, aimed at improving energy efficiency.
Four trends predicted to revolutionise retail by 2025
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Manhattan Associates predicts that by 2025, retail will be reshaped by trends including unified commerce, AI-driven personalisation, and sustainability efforts.
Record USD $241 billion in US holiday online sales for 2024
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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bnpl
Adobe has reported that online spending in the US for the 2024 holiday season hit USD $241.4 billion, an 8.7% rise, driven by a record in mobile transactions.
Yahoo DSP announces partnerships to boost ad capabilities
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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data privacy
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cleantech
Yahoo DSP has launched new partnerships with Jounce, Peer39, and Scope3, boosting advertisers' targeting and reporting tools in a complex media landscape.
Exabeam launches new security platform with Open API
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
Exabeam has unveiled its New-Scale Security Operations Platform, enhancing SOC team productivity through Open API compatibility and eliminating tool fragmentation.
NVIDIA launches Cosmos platform for AI & robotics
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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robots
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genai
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data privacy
NVIDIA has launched the Cosmos platform, providing developers access to cutting-edge AI tools to enhance robotics and autonomous vehicle technology.