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.
Stories by Sean - Page 14
IT sector gains dedicated roles in new skills boards
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
The Government will create eight Industry Skills Boards, allocating creative and IT sectors like game development and AI to ISBs, not NZQA as initially planned.
Aviation & retail urged to boost defences after Qantas cyber hit
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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uc
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mfa
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phishing
A surge in ransomware attacks linked to the Scattered Spider group urges aviation and retail sectors to strengthen cyber defences after a Qantas breach.
Fortinet named top IT/OT network protection leader again for 2025
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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network security
Fortinet has been named Overall Leader in IT/OT Network Protection for 2025 by Westlands Advisory, marking its third consecutive top award.
LevelBlue to acquire Trustwave, creating top global cyber giant
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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devops
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
LevelBlue will acquire Trustwave, creating the world’s largest pure-play managed security services provider with enhanced global cybersecurity capabilities.
Datacom posts NZD $1.48 billion revenue, eyes AI-led growth
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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saas
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digital transformation
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cx
Datacom Group reported steady NZD $1.48 billion revenue for FY25, focusing on AI-driven growth amid challenges in New Zealand and strong Australian contracts.
Australians embrace agentic AI as younger users drive adoption surge
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Agentic AI use among Australians jumped 50% in three months, led by millennials keen on AI for shopping, creativity, and daily tasks, Adobe reports.
Exclusive: AI drives new cyber threats & resilience strategies in APJ
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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saas
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storage
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malware
AI adoption in Asia-Pacific fuels cyber threats as businesses ramp up defences amid growing use of AI-powered cyberattacks and regulatory changes.
Seeing Machines & Mitsubishi partner to boost EU road safety
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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supply chain
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mitsubishi electric
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road safety
Seeing Machines partners with Mitsubishi Electric Europe to promote its driver monitoring system, aiding EU safety regulation compliance across transport sectors.
Reolink slashes home security camera prices ahead of Prime Day
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
Reolink offers up to 42% off home security cameras ahead of Prime Day, with early discounts for Australian shoppers from 1 to 7 July.
Blue Yonder powers supply chains for 20 Gartner top 25 firms
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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ai
Blue Yonder supports supply chains for 20 of Gartner's Top 25 firms, highlighting its AI-driven platform's role in digital and sustainable operations.
JAGGAER & BearingPoint extend alliance for APAC growth
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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partner programmes
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supply chain
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procurement
JAGGAER and BearingPoint have expanded their alliance in APAC, enabling BearingPoint to resell JAGGAER’s Source-to-Pay solutions across the region.
Fortinet named Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for LAN
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet named Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise LAN, praised for AI-powered security and integrated wired and wireless network solutions.
F5 launches post-quantum cryptography tools for secure future
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
F5 has launched post-quantum cryptography tools within its Application Delivery and Security Platform to help firms protect data from future quantum computing threats.
AI agents revolutionise business & cybersecurity with automation
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
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ai security
AI agents are transforming business and cybersecurity by automating tasks, reducing response times, and enhancing threat detection with human oversight.
AI Expert Advisory Panel to shape public sector use in New Zealand
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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ai
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kiwibank
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public sector
New Zealand has formed an AI Expert Advisory Panel led by Professor Michael Witbrock to guide responsible AI use in the public sector.
Canada pulls back on Digital Services Tax to advance US trade talks
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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martech
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google
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amazon
Trump previously stalled trade talks with Canada in protest over its new 3% Digital Services Tax on major tech firms, escalating bilateral tensions.
LogicFlo AI raises USD $2.7 million to transform life sciences work
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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risk & compliance
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ai
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medical science
LogicFlo AI has raised USD $2.7 million to develop its AI agent platform that automates administrative tasks in life sciences, boosting efficiency globally.
Japan enacts Active Cyber Defense Law to neutralise threats
Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.
Samsung launches QD-OLED Smart Monitor M9 in Australia from AUD $2,499
Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
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samsung
Samsung launches its 32-inch QD-OLED Smart Monitor M9 in Australia, featuring 4K, 165Hz, and AI enhancements, starting at AUD $2,499.
OPPO launches A5 Series in New Zealand with focus on durability
Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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devices
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software updates
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oppo
OPPO launches durable A5 Series smartphones in New Zealand, featuring long battery life, IP65/IP69 ratings, and prices from NZD $229 to $499.