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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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Yubico launches suite to enhance enterprise phishing defence
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Yubico has launched its Yubico Enrollment Suite to help enterprises enhance phishing resistance by facilitating a transition to passwordless security solutions.
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Bugcrowd expands with global CREST accreditation achievement
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
Bugcrowd has secured global CREST accreditation, expanding its penetration testing services to the US, Australia, and Singapore following a key acquisition.
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Kacific unveils SatPack for remote satellite internet access
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Kacific Broadband Satellites Group has launched SatPack, a portable satellite internet solution designed to provide connectivity in remote Asia-Pacific regions.
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Adyen partners with Thomson Medical to improve payments
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Adyen partners with Thomson Medical to enhance patient experiences in Singapore, offering integrated payment solutions across hospitals and 37 clinics.
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Australian firms combat rising AI-driven deepfake threats
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Australian businesses are ramping up efforts to combat rising deepfake cyber threats, with 66% implementing measures against AI-driven impersonations.
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Tempest launches with USD $3.2M to revolutionise dev ops
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Tempest, a new developer platform backed by USD $3.2M in funding, aims to streamline software delivery for engineering teams facing complex challenges.
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Santander appoints dentsu for global SME trade platform
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Santander has appointed dentsu to enhance its international growth platform for SMEs, targeting 45 markets over the next five years.
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Ransomware attacks rise by 19% in October according to NCC Group
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Ransomware attacks surged 19% in October, totalling 486 incidents globally, as threat actors increasingly targeted critical infrastructure sectors.
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70% of Australian execs targeted by cyberattacks: study
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A study reveals that 70% of Australian executives faced cyberattacks in the last 18 months, underscoring growing cybersecurity threats in the sector.
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Peak Insight wins 2024 Telstra Cisco Partner of the Year
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Peak Insight has been awarded the 2024 Telstra Cisco Partner of the Year, marking its second consecutive win, highlighting its excellence in customer experience and networking.
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Australian telecoms unite against tech-facilitated abuse
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Australian telecom leaders unite to tackle tech-facilitated abuse, reinforcing their commitment during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
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Oclean unveils AirPump A10 flosser with festive discounts
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Oclean has unveiled the AirPump A10 Portable Water Flosser, featuring unique AirPump Flossing Technology, now priced at AUD $129 as part of festive promotions.
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CoverMe Fitness app launches to support Aussie gyms
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CoverMe Fitness has unveiled its staff management app in Australia, connecting fitness professionals with local clubs and enhancing member experiences.
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Okta works with OpenID for new enterprise identity security standard
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saas
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advanced persistent threat protection
Okta leads a new initiative under the OpenID Foundation to establish the IPSIE standard, aiming to enhance identity security for enterprise applications.
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Fortinet partners with South Australia for cybersecurity programme
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firewalls
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data protection
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it training
Fortinet has partnered with South Australia's Department for Education to train over 15,500 staff in vital cybersecurity awareness, enhancing digital security.
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Brits prioritise practical gifts with Christmas spending
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ecommerce
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A recent ShipStation survey reveals UK consumers are shifting towards practical gifts for Christmas, with younger generations prioritising immediate utility.
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Future of B2B marketing in 2025: AI, globalisation trends
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Brandon Friesen, CEO of Just Global, forecasts a dramatic shift in B2B marketing by 2025, with AI integration and unified strategies at the forefront.
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Canva reveals top design trends shaping creativity 2025
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digital transformation
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branding
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motion graphics
Canva's 2025 Design Trends Report highlights shifts in creativity, revealing emergent styles poised to redefine the aesthetics of professional environments.
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Couchbase awards 2024 winners for innovation in tech use
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Couchbase has unveiled the winners of its 2024 Customer Impact Awards, celebrating innovative users transforming operational infrastructures across various sectors.
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Small businesses to adopt 'paper-light' strategies by 2025
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document management
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martech
By 2025, small businesses are set to adopt 'paper-light' strategies, balancing digital and physical documents to meet sustainability and customer needs.