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
UK organisations face significant rise in phishing threats
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
The latest report from KnowBe4 reveals a 17.3% rise in phishing threats and a sharp increase in ransomware attacks, highlighting evolving cyber risks for 2025.
Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester
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firewalls
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cx
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cloudflare has been named a leader in Web Application Firewall solutions by Forrester Research, achieving top scores in 14 key evaluation criteria.
Dell & ITE partner to launch VDI centre in Singapore
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Dell Technologies has partnered with the Institute of Technical Education to launch a hybrid cloud VDI Centre, enhancing digital skills and AI readiness for Singapore's workforce.
National Print Awards introduce Ricoh Women in Industry Award
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gender equality
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pd
The National Print Awards has launched the Ricoh Women in Industry Award, celebrating women in Australian print with a professional development experience in London.
Confluent enhances Tableflow for improved data accessibility
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ai
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data management
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data infrastructure
Confluent has unveiled enhancements to Tableflow, improving access to operational data for analytics and AI within its cloud platform, according to executives.
Cybercriminals advance with MEDUSA ransomware campaign
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malware
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ransomware
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cloud security
Elastic Security Labs has revealed a sophisticated campaign deploying MEDUSA ransomware via the ABYSSWORKER driver, undermining endpoint security measures.
Confluent launches tools in cloud for simpler AI apps
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data science
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genai
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llms
Confluent unveils new features in Confluent Cloud aimed at simplifying the development of real-time AI apps, enhancing workflows and boosting cost efficiencies.
CRM tops list of valued finance technologies in 2024
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crm
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ai
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bi
A Gartner survey reveals that CRM technologies lead in importance for finance leaders, highlighting a shift towards cloud ERP and ABI tools for strategic insights.
NSW Government launches Land iQ platform for land use
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smart cities
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government
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data platform
The New South Wales Government has unveiled Land iQ, a data platform designed to enhance land management and expedite pre-planning for industry use.
Pasqal connects quantum computing tech with NVIDIA
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hpc
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quantum computing
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nvidia
Pasqal has unveiled a new integration with NVIDIA, connecting its quantum computing units to the CUDA-Q platform, enhancing tools for quantum application development.
NVIDIA outlines AI & chip strategies for future growth
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semiconductors
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ai
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nvidia
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang has unveiled bold strategies for AI and chip development, predicting a future with dual factory types and enhanced autonomous vehicle technology.
Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.
NVIDIA & HPE unveil AI solutions for enterprise growth
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private cloud
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digital twins
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ai agents
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and NVIDIA have launched innovative AI solutions, enhancing businesses' ability to deploy models and manage data effectively.
ClearGrid unveils USD $10m funding to reshape MENA debt
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fintech
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financial systems
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ai
ClearGrid has secured USD $10 million to launch an AI-driven debt collection platform in MENA, aiming to transform inefficient practices in the region.
NICE named leader in IDC's 2024 conversational AI report
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uc
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cx
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martech
NICE has been recognised as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Conversational Intelligence and Analytics 2024, showcasing significant market innovation.
Abel Labels boosts digital printing with new UV inkjet press
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customer service
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jet technologies
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inkjet press
Jet Technologies has bolstered Abel Labels in Tasmania with a Screen Truepress L350UV inkjet press, enhancing digital printing and efficiency.
Dryad Networks expands bushfire tech into Australasia
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cleantech
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climate change
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emergency services
Dryad Networks has launched its first office in Macquarie Park, New South Wales, aiming to combat bushfire challenges in Australia and New Zealand.
Wavelink unveils 5thWave to boost lifecycle management
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firewalls
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cx
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martech
Wavelink has launched 5thWave, a new service designed to enhance asset and customer lifecycle management while streamlining renewals and upgrades.
Phishing-as-a-Service attacks rise in early 2025 report
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firewalls
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report from Barracuda Networks reveals that phishing-as-a-service attacks surged in early 2025, with over one million attempts blocked, primarily targeting Microsoft 365.
Massive attack on GitHub affects over 23,000 repositories
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cybersecurity
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software development
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security vulnerabilities
A recent cyber attack has compromised over 23,000 GitHub repositories, raising alarms over software supply chain security and the exploitation of trusted components.