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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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LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED

Thu, 29th May 2025
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LG launches its 2025 QNED evo TVs with Mini LED, advanced AI and webOS 25, offering vibrant colours and immersive sound in sizes up to 100 inches.
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New Relic & GitHub Copilot integration boosts DevOps speed

Thu, 29th May 2025
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New Relic integrates its AI observability platform with GitHub Copilot to speed up software development and enhance application reliability for enterprises.
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Zscaler to acquire Red Canary to boost AI-powered security ops

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Zscaler to acquire Red Canary, enhancing AI-powered security ops to speed up threat detection and response, expected to close in August 2025.
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Cisco Duo launches identity service to tackle AI cyber threats

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Cisco Duo unveils Duo IAM, a new identity service enhancing AI-driven security with passwordless login and advanced threat protection for safer access.
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HPE unveils new AI-ready switches & WiFi 7 for enterprises

Thu, 29th May 2025
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HPE unveils new AI-ready CX 10K switches and WiFi 7 access points, boosting enterprise networking performance and security for AI and IoT workloads.
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DreamWorks deepens technology partnership with Lenovo to boost film production

Thu, 29th May 2025
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DreamWorks Animation has deepened its partnership with Lenovo, naming it preferred provider to boost film production with advanced computing solutions.
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LG introduces 32-inch 4K smart monitor Swing in Australia

Wed, 28th May 2025
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LG launches 32-inch 4K Smart Monitor Swing in Australia, featuring touchscreen, rolling stand, webOS, and versatile use from July 2025.
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Rising costs & new rules drive cloud rebalancing for CIOs

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Rising costs and new compliance rules are driving 83% of CIOs to rebalance cloud and on-premises workloads for better efficiency and control.
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Adobe launches Real-Time CDP Collaboration in Australia, NZ

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Adobe has launched its Real-Time CDP Collaboration platform in Australia and New Zealand, partnering with major publishers to enhance data-driven advertising securely.
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Younger buyers & AI tools reshape APAC business purchasing

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Research reveals 71% of APAC business buyers are under 45, with 68% using generative AI, reshaping purchasing towards personalised, consultative engagement.
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Myriota expands Southeast Asia satellite IoT with AUD $25m boost

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Myriota boosts Southeast Asia satellite IoT expansion with AUD $25m funding to address remote connectivity challenges across agriculture, logistics, and water sectors.
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Singapore firms embrace agentic AI but lack data readiness

Wed, 28th May 2025
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A third of Singapore firms plan to deploy agentic AI in a year, but only 53% have the data systems needed for effective adoption, finds SS&C Blue Prism.
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Smartsheet launches Australian data hosting to meet privacy laws

Wed, 28th May 2025
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data privacy
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privacy
Smartsheet has launched Australian data hosting with Sydney and Melbourne facilities to meet privacy laws for customers across APJ region and beyond.
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Netpoleon & XM Cyber partner to offer CTEM across ANZ

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Netpoleon teams up with XM Cyber to offer Continuous Threat Exposure Management solutions in Australia and New Zealand from 28 May 2025.
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Drone Forge to launch DF Fleet 1, targeting USD $90.7bn market

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Drone Forge will launch its enterprise-grade DF Fleet 1 drone fleet in 2026, targeting the USD $90.7bn global drone market by 2030.
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BrioHR raises USD $6.5 million to drive ASEAN digital jobs

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Malaysian HR tech startup BrioHR raises USD $6.5 million to expand AI-driven solutions, aiming to boost ASEAN's digital workforce ahead of the 2025 Summit.
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JobAdder unveils AI-driven recruitment plans to ease workloads

Wed, 28th May 2025
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JobAdder launches AI-driven recruitment plans to ease workload pressures as candidate applications surge 42% year-on-year, streamlining hiring processes globally.
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Bain Capital launches hscale with billions Europe DC builds

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Bain Capital launches hscale, a multi-billion EMEA hyperscale data centre platform, aiming rapid expansion across EMEA with sustainable infrastructure.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise & Movate partner for AI innovation

Tue, 27th May 2025
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise and Movate have teamed up to develop a generative AI platform aimed at enhancing digital transformation and business efficiency globally.
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FICO & AWS expand AI decision platform via marketplace

Tue, 27th May 2025
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FICO and AWS have teamed up to expand global access to AI-driven decision workflows, now available via AWS Marketplace Private Offers.