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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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Hexa & Equinix partner to boost Asia-US connectivity
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Hexa Capital Consultancy has partnered with Equinix to enhance connectivity between Asia-Pacific and the United States via the new MYUS cable.
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Josef secures more funding to enhance legal AI offering
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martech
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cdp
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genai
Josef has secured new funding to enhance its AI-driven tool, Josef Q, capitalising on strong demand from corporate legal teams since its North American launch.
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KnowBe4 report finds rise in HR & IT email phishing
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
KnowBe4's Q3 2024 Phishing Report reveals HR and IT emails dominate phishing attempts, with QR code scams on the rise, exploiting user trust.
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Industrial cybersecurity market to double by 2033
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firewalls
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data analytics
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network security
The industrial cybersecurity market is set to grow at 7.8% CAGR, reaching USD $46.96 billion by 2033, driven by IoT and cloud security adoption.
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Varonis expands data security support to include Databricks
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data protection
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Varonis expands its data security capabilities to include Databricks, enhancing protection for enterprise data used by 60% of Fortune 500 companies.
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BlackLine recognised as leader in AR automation by IDC
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saas
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ai
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cfo
BlackLine has been acknowledged as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Accounts Receivable Automation Applications in 2024, underlining its impact.
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Australian report shows shift to AI in customer service
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uc
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ai
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ai agents
Kore.ai's latest reports reveal Australians are embracing AI in customer service, prioritising advanced technology over pay and valuing efficiency and accuracy.
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Visa mandates end of SMS OTPs to tackle AI-driven scams
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cx
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phishing
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martech
Visa will require Australian financial institutions to move beyond SMS One-Time Passwords for payments by October 2026 to combat rising AI-driven fraud.
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Experts stress security for businesses over holiday period
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physical security
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holiday season
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adt security
As the holiday season approaches, security experts urge small and medium enterprises to bolster protections against potential break-ins during shutdowns.
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Ping Identity recognised as leader in CIAM & access management
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ai
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cybersecurity
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enterprise security
Ping Identity has been hailed as a leader in access management and customer identity solutions, achieving top scores in major industry reports for 2024.
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DigiCert predicts AI & quantum impact on cybersecurity 2025
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iot
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quantum computing
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ai
DigiCert's 2025 cybersecurity predictions highlight the urgent need for Australian businesses to enhance digital trust amid rising AI-driven risks.
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Cybersecurity challenges in 2025: what to expect
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it training
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encryption
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quantum computing
As cybersecurity challenges loom larger for organisations in 2025, experts warn that unresolved vulnerabilities could expose critical data to serious threats.
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Integrity360 acquires Adsigo to expand DACH region presence
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soc
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edr
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xdr
Integrity360 has acquired Adsigo, a cyber security firm, aiming to enhance its presence in the DACH region and eventually exceed EUR 135 million in revenues.
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ExpressVPN launches dedicated IP service with privacy focus
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cloud security
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data privacy
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cloud services
ExpressVPN has launched its dedicated IP solution, providing users with unique static IPs while enhancing privacy and security in online activities.
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DataStax partners with Wikimedia for AI knowledge project
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hyperscale
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open source
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ai
DataStax and Wikimedia Deutschland are collaborating on an AI initiative to enhance open data accessibility, processing over 10 million entries in just three days.
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Vectra AI's 2025 cybersecurity insights for APJ highlight AI
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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ndr
Vectra AI has revealed its cybersecurity forecasts for 2025, highlighting AI's crucial role amid a projected USD $5.74 trillion global IT spend.
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Study reveals barriers facing women in Australian cyber jobs
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gender diversity
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organisational culture
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work-life balance
New research from RMIT University highlights the stark under-representation of women in Australia's cyber security sector, emphasizing the need for systemic change.
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AI's evolving role in ANZ cybersecurity: 2025 outlook
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
Vectra AI's 2025 predictions highlight the critical role of AI in cybersecurity for Australia and New Zealand, emphasising the need for measurable outcomes.
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Australian workers' productivity dips in summer months
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
A survey reveals 45% of Australian workers experience reduced productivity in summer, as many struggle to fully disconnect from work during holidays.
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Great Southern Bank enhances service with CXone Mpower
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uc
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cx
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martech
Great Southern Bank is enhancing its customer service automation by deploying NICE's AI-powered CXone Mpower platform, supported by Optus.