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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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Global HealthTech market projected to reach USD $33.1 billion by 2034

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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The HTM market, valued at USD $8.2 billion in 2024, is predicted to hit USD $33.1 billion by 2034, driven by advances in medical tech and efficient equipment management.
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Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch niche streaming service

Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch a free ad-supported streaming service focused on horror, thriller, and true crime content in the US.
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Investment in data centres surges, ABS gaining traction

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Global investment in data centres hits USD $22 billion in five months, with asset-backed securitisations driving financial strategies, Linklaters reports.
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Apple reveals visionOS 2 upgrade for Vision Pro with new features

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Apple introduces visionOS 2 for Vision Pro, unveiling new spatial photos, enhanced productivity tools, and developer APIs in a major update just months after launch.
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Computex 2024 success draws global tech leaders & innovation

Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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Computex 2024 concluded successfully, drawing 85,179 ICT professionals globally and featuring innovations like AI-integrated PCs, smart mobility, and metaverse tech.
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Darktrace launches AI-powered Managed Detection & Response service

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Darktrace unveils its Managed Detection and Response service, enhancing AI-driven security with 24/7 human analyst support to counter rising cyber threats.
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Zero Trust study highlights rising concern over identity security

Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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Identities top the list of priority risks for organisations' Zero Trust strategies, reveals a global study by Entrust, highlighting a shift from compliance to pre-emptive security efforts.
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UK science superpower aspirations hindered by short-termism

Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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A new report from the Council on Geostrategy criticises the UK's short-termism, hindering its science and tech ambitions, as a snap election looms.
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OpenAI disrupts five covert influence operations in three months

Sun, 2nd Jun 2024
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OpenAI has thwarted five covert influence operations over three months, leveraging AI to disrupt attempts by malicious actors to misuse the technology for deceptive activities.
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Forrester predicts online retail sales to hit USD $6.8 trillion

Fri, 31st May 2024
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Forrester's new report predicts global online retail sales will soar from USD $4.4 trillion in 2023 to USD $6.8 trillion by 2028, with key disparities between regions.
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US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024

Thu, 30th May 2024
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US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.
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Australia among top 10 sources of phishing attacks in global report

Tue, 28th May 2024
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Australia has entered the top ten origins for phishing attacks, with a 479.3% rise in hosted phishing content and losses amounting to AUD $26.1 million.
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Executives trust AI but struggle with strategy alignment says survey

Fri, 24th May 2024
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A global survey reveals high trust in AI among executives, yet exposes a significant gap in confidence regarding effective AI strategy execution and data readiness.
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Integrity360 & Armis secure cyber partnership across EMEA

Fri, 24th May 2024
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Integrity360 partners with Armis to strengthen cybersecurity across Europe, enhancing digital asset visibility and threat management for multiple sectors.
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Triomics secures $15M to boost oncology workflows with AI

Fri, 17th May 2024
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Triomics secures $15 million in Series A funding to revolutionise oncology workflows in the US with AI tech, speeding clinical trial matching and patient care.
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FPT Corporation ranks among top global IT service companies

Fri, 17th May 2024
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Vietnam's FPT Corporation has been named among the top 50 IT firms in Asia and the top 150 globally by revenue. It plans to reach USD $5 billion by 2030.
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New report uncovers evolving email threat landscape for Q1 2024

Thu, 16th May 2024
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VIPRE Security Group's Q1 2024 report highlights surging email threats from leading spam sources, new scams, and a notable rise in phishing attacks.
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HGC & EXA partner to enhance global digital connectivity

Wed, 15th May 2024
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EXA Infrastructure and HGC Global Communications team up to boost connectivity across Asia, Europe, and North America, addressing rising digital demand.
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CI&T launches AI powered delivery centre in the Philippines

Wed, 15th May 2024
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CI&T has launched a new AI Powered Delivery Centre near Manila, enhancing its growth in the Asia-Pacific region with advanced technology and skilled professionals.
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Vipre highlights evolving email threats in Q1 2024 report

Tue, 14th May 2024
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VIPRE's Q1 2024 report reveals evolving email threats, with the US leading in spam origin and industries like manufacturing and government increasingly targeted.