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.
Stories by Sean
Barracuda report explores challenges in managing cyber risks
Yesterday
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firewall
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Barracuda Networks' new report reveals business struggles in tackling cyber risk, with less than half of respondents confident in their risk management capabilities.
Aqua Security launches SaaS cloud security platform in Australia
Yesterday
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cloud security
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application security
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digital transformation
Aqua Security launches its SaaS cloud native security platform in Australia to meet surging demand and address data sovereignty, compliance and threat prevention needs amid accelerated digital transformation.
Radware unveils AI-powered DNS DDoS protection solution
Yesterday
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ddos
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network security
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firewall
Cybersecurity firm Radware has launched an AI-driven version of its DNS DDoS Protection solution. Using patented algorithms, it accurately identifies and blocks harmful traffic without human interaction, improving attack response time.
AI forces major operational changes in Australian businesses
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martech
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cx
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cdp
Artificial intelligence (AI) is prompting 75% of Australian businesses to significantly change operational strategies within four years, a shift greater than the last 20 years, according to HubSpot.
Ricoh Australia introduces 'Ricoh Spaces' for hybrid workplace efficiency
Yesterday
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printing
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cloud services
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digital signage
RICOH Australia launches RICOH Spaces, a dynamic cloud-based platform designed to enhance hybrid work models and streamline businesses, providing analytics for informed workspace decisions.
Yokogawa collaborates with Fortinet for secure IT/OT integration
Yesterday
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firewall
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ml
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breach prevention
Yokogawa Engineering Asia is joining cybersecurity firm Fortinet's Engage Partner Program to enhance IT and operational technology security within industries such as oil, gas and manufacturing.
Australian businesses fast-track Microsoft cloud adoption amid cyber threats
Last week
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firewall
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digital transformation
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network security
Australian businesses are hastening their digital transformations, causing a surge in the nation's Microsoft cloud ecosystem due to factors such as cloud costs and cyber risks, states an ISG report.
Zscaler introduces enhanced ZDX service for improved IT operations
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cloud services
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saas
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cloud security
Zscaler boosts its cloud security services with new enhancements—ZDX Copilot, Hosted Monitoring, and Data Explorer—promising improved digital experience insights for enhanced IT operational efficiency and collaboration.
HID acknowledged as Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services
Last week
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wayfinding
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gartner magic quadrant
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gartner
HID, a global leader in trusted identity solutions, has been named a 'Leader' in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services, reflecting its strong vision and strategic acquisitions in the industry.
CompliantERP tops as 2024 Australian IT Small Business Champion
Last week
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compliance
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smb
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customer service
Brisbane's CompliantERP has been hailed as the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion in Information Technology, underscoring their dedication to innovation and excellence within the sector.
Tricentis launches AI assistant Copilot to enhance software testing
Last week
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testing
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ai
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idc
Tricentis introduces genAI assistant, Copilot, set to revolutionise software testing through AI scripting, increasing speed and efficiency and promises more user-friendly AI integration.
High Performance Podcast duo to keynote Infosecurity Europe conference
Last week
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
High Performance Podcast's Jake Humphrey and Professor Damian Hughes set to enrich Infosecurity Europe conference with lessons from top performers, addressing behavioural resilience amid cyber threats.
New UK cybersecurity law takes effect amid evolving threats
Last week
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dark web
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encryption
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cybersecurity
The UK's Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act has now become fully operational, enforcing digital security requirements within the telecommunication sector, amid doubts over its adequacy to address evolving cyber threats.
HP introduces AI-powered personal computers in Australia
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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wfh
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ai
HP groundbreaking AI-enabled personal computers - designed to revolutionise productivity and collaboration - have been launched in Australia.
Seagate outlines roadmap towards sustainable datasphere & renewable energy
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sustainable it
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power / energy
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renewable energy
Seagate Technology charts its course towards 100% renewable energy use and carbon neutrality by 2040, illustrating significant strides in ethical and inclusive data storage in annual ESG report.
Singapore fintech Qashier secures Major Payment Institution licence
Last week
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monetary authority of singapore
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singapore
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r&d
Singapore fintech startup, Qashier, secures in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, paving the way for diversified payment offerings.
Consult Red enhances European ISP services with HUMAX collaboration
Last week
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wifi
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isp
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collaboration
UK tech firm Consult Red collaborates with HUMAX Networks, enabling ISPs in Europe to deploy new services more swiftly using open-source functionality on the GPON Wi-Fi 6 platform.
Berlin's OTIC achieves first O-RAN unit certification
Last week
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telco
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certification
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viavi solutions
Berlin-based OTIC, at Deutsche Telekom's innovation campus, has accomplished the first European certification of an O-RAN unit, marking a significant milestone for open radio access networks.
Cradlepoint launches rapid-deploy secure network solution NetCloud SASE
Last week
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malware
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cloud services
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physical security
Cradlepoint, an Ericsson division, unveils its revolutionising single vendor Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution, NetCloud SASE, promising agile and secure network deployment in six minutes.
KnowBe4 to acquire Egress for enhanced AI-driven cybersecurity
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
KnowBe4 plans to acquire Egress, enhancing its AI-driven cybersecurity platform to effectively manage human risk amid increasing email security threats.
Noblecom boosts network resilience with Paessler PRTG adoption
Last week
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network management
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network monitoring
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paessler
Malaysian tech provider, Noblecom Technology, implements Paessler PRTG to strengthen network observability, reducing potential disruptions and improving network resource allocation.
Auckland ranks fourth in global remote work destinations
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wfh
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nz
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remote working
Auckland, New Zealand, clinches the fourth spot globally for best remote work destinations in Remote's 2024 report, standing out for its quality of life and connectivity.
Over 50s in Britain lead in embracing renewable energy
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sustainable it
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power / energy
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earth day
Nearly half of Britons over 50 are keen to use renewable energy, driven by environmental concerns, exceeding interest among under-25s, Solar Together research reveals.
Gartner survey reveals challenges in zero-trust strategy implementation
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cybersecurity
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gartner
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zero trust security
Although 63% of global organisations are partially or fully implementing a zero-trust strategy, the approach typically covers half or less of their environment, and only mitigates up to a quarter of enterprise risk, according to a Gartner survey.