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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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National Motu Move public transport card rollout faces major delay

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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New Zealand's Motu Move public transport card rollout faces further delay, with no new dates set amid frustration over complex integration challenges.
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New secure data centre Mātai opens at RNZAF Base Auckland

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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The Government Communications Security Bureau has opened Mātai, a new secure data centre at RNZAF Base Auckland, enhancing New Zealand’s digital infrastructure security.
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Canva unveils deep ChatGPT integration for seamless AI design

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Canva has integrated OpenAI's ChatGPT, enabling users to streamline design workflows with AI-powered context-aware tools directly within its platform.
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HPE expands AI factory solutions with NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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private cloud
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smart cities
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HPE expands its AI factory solutions with NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs, enhancing AI infrastructure for organisations of all sizes with Private Cloud AI and new servers.
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Veeam named Leader in Gartner 2025 backup & data report

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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virtualisation
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data protection
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martech
Veeam has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Backup & Data Protection Platforms for the ninth year running.
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OPSWAT adds SentinelOne AI to boost Metascan malware defence

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
OPSWAT integrates SentinelOne's AI malware detection into Metascan Multiscanning, boosting threat defence across Windows and Linux platforms.
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What do Iran's strikes tell us about nuclear risk, and how does AUKUS fit in?

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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vanta
Australia's AUKUS submarines use weapons-grade uranium in reactors designed for safety, distinct from Iran's nuclear sites targeted over weapon proliferation fears.
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Audi & AirConsole launch in-car gaming for passengers on the move

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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digital entertainment
Audi and AirConsole have launched an in-car gaming platform enabling passengers to play interactive games safely while the vehicle is in motion.
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Swiss Deep Tech startups surpass USD $100 billion in value

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Swiss Deep Tech startups have surpassed USD $100 billion in value, boosted by strong venture capital and academic innovation in AI, biotech, and space sectors.
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Crayon unveils revamped Cloud-iQ to streamline APAC cloud billing

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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microsoft
Crayon launches revamped Cloud-iQ platform in APAC, streamlining cloud billing and licence management with AI-driven insights and automation.
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Josys launches AI SaaS risk tool & boosts identity automation

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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Josys launches AI-powered SaaS Risk Analyzer to automate software risk assessments, plus new identity workflows, enhancing IT control and governance.
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Salesforce unveils Agentforce 3 to accelerate enterprise AI adoption

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Salesforce launches Agentforce 3 to help enterprises scale AI adoption with enhanced control, interoperability, and real-time hybrid workforce insights.
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Three-quarters of building systems exposed to cyber risks

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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network security
Research reveals 75% of Building Management Systems face cyber vulnerabilities, with 51% insecurely online, risking critical infrastructure across sectors.
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Barracuda launches managed vulnerability security for stronger cyber resilience

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Barracuda Networks launches Managed Vulnerability Security to enhance cyber defence, offering end-to-end scanning and expert-led remediation across IT environments.
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KnowBe4 integrates with Microsoft to boost email threat defence

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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email security
KnowBe4 has partnered with Microsoft to integrate AI-powered threat detection into Microsoft Defender for Office 365, enhancing email security for organisations.
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Superwise launches AgentOps for secure & compliant AI agent management

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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ai security
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ai
SUPERWISE launches AgentOps, a platform offering real-time control and compliance for firms managing third-party AI agents securely and efficiently.
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Canadian IT leaders boost network spend to meet AI demands

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
Canadian IT leaders plan to increase network spending as 93% see modernised infrastructure vital for AI, IoT, and cloud, boosting resilience and cybersecurity.
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UK IT leaders struggle to balance data growth & compliance risks

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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data management
Over half of UK IT leaders worry about rising data volumes fueling cybersecurity, compliance risks, despite growing demand for data-driven business insights.
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Ecommpay adds Visa Instalments to streamline high value payments

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Ecommpay integrates Visa Instalments, letting merchants offer customers fixed payment options on high-value purchases via familiar Visa credit cards.
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Google launches Gemini 2.5 models with pricing & speed updates

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Google unveils Gemini 2.5 AI updates, launching Flash-Lite for cost-efficient speed and revising pricing to enhance model accessibility and performance.