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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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Cequence Security reports impressive 117% revenue growth
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Cequence Security has posted a remarkable 117% year-on-year growth in annual recurring revenue, driven by significant client acquisitions and industry recognition.
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AI seen boosting hacking value by 71%, says Bugcrowd
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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A new Bugcrowd report reveals 71% of hackers believe AI has boosted hacking's value, with 77% now using generative AI tools.
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Google Cloud launches new generative AI learning courses
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Google Cloud plans to launch seven new generative AI courses, addressing the urgent skills gap in the sector as many professionals lack necessary training.
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New Zealand gears up for Recycling Week 2024 events
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Recycling Week 2024 in New Zealand, set for 21-27 October, aims to boost waste management awareness and minimise waste across communities and businesses.
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Apple reveals new iPad mini with enhanced performance
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Apple has launched the new iPad mini featuring the A17 Pro chip, enhanced for performance and user experience, starting at RRP NZD $949.
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AMD unveils new AI accelerators & network solutions
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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AMD has unveiled a new range of accelerator and networking solutions to bolster AI infrastructure, with production set for late 2024 and early 2025.
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AMD unveils 5th Gen EPYC processors for AI & cloud use
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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AMD has launched its 5th Gen EPYC processors, 'Turin', enhancing performance for enterprise and AI applications, achieving 2.7 times speeds over rivals.
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Australian firms urged to bolster defences against AI risks
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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As Australia recognises 'AI Month', cybersecurity concerns mount, with experts stressing the urgent need for enhanced protection against AI-related threats.
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Cloudera unveils hybrid cloud & AI platform updates
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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Cloudera has unveiled major updates to its platform, enhancing hybrid cloud capabilities and enterprise AI solutions to boost global data analytics.
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UC Online partners with IoD for new tech skill courses
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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The University of Canterbury's UC Online has partnered with the Institute of Data to launch three industry-focused courses addressing New Zealand's tech skills gap.
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JBL unveils new AV receivers & speakers in New Zealand
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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JBL has launched its Modern Audio AV Receivers and Stage 2 Loudspeakers in New Zealand, set to elevate home theatre experiences for enthusiasts.
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BeyondTrust named leader in 2024 KuppingerCole PAM report
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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BeyondTrust has been named a leader in the 2024 KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for Privileged Access Management for the fifth year in a row.
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Emerge secures $12m to revolutionise NZ banking
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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New Zealand's challenger bank Emerge has raised USD $12 million in Series A funding to enhance its digital banking services for local businesses.
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Amplitude report reveals top products with 200% growth
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Amplitude's 2024 Next Hottest Products Report reveals five leading products boasting over 200% growth through effective customer engagement strategies.
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Nokia & NTT DATA expand global partnership for Private 5G
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Nokia and NTT DATA have enhanced their global partnership to drive Private 5G deployment, transforming cities like Brownsville into connected tech hubs.
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Miro unveils AI-powered Innovation Workspace for teams
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Miro has launched its Innovation Workspace, an AI-driven platform designed to streamline innovation processes, marking its biggest release since 2012.
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Education remains a target for cyberattacks says Microsoft
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.
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de.iterate wins 2024 CyberTech Scale-Up Award in Sydney
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Brisbane-based de.iterate has won the 2024 Technology Scale-Up Award for CyberTech, highlighting its impact in the cybersecurity sector.
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Australians trim grocery shopping as prices continue to rise
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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With grocery prices soaring in Australia, a new survey reveals 56% of shoppers are returning sweet treats amid rising living costs.
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CTERA introduces secure AI data intelligence service
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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CTERA has launched its new Data Intelligence offering, enhancing secure enterprise AI through real-time access to distributed, unstructured data sources.