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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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Temu achieves MASA certification for its mobile app security
Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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application security
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data privacy
Boston-based eCommerce firm, Temu, has achieved Mobile Application Security Assessment certification, validating its commitment to user data security, following stringent tests by independent agency DEKRA.
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InternetNZ research highlights Kiwis' concerns about online world
Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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fibre
InternetNZ's upcoming research, unveiling NZ's attitudes to the online world and AI, also highlights increasing concerns about cyberbullying and online harm.
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Why Kiwi channel partners choose Dynamic Supplies for distribution
Tue, 20th Feb 2024
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ai
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hp
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printing
Dynamic Supplies NZ diversifies its IT distribution strategy beyond printing, partnering with brands like Maxhub and EcoXGear, affirming its status as a key distribution partner in the Kiwi channel.
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Manhattan Associates Australia acclaimed as top workplace
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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supply chain
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collaboration
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development
Manhattan Associates Australia lauded as a great workplace according to the Great Place to Work Trust Index© Survey, a testament to its quality workplace culture and employee engagement.
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NEXTGEN partners with Claroty to boost cyber-physical system security in Asia
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
NEXTGEN Group Asia joins forces with cybersecurity firm Claroty to bolster protection against sophisticated cyber threats to critical infrastructures in Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
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Vectra pioneers global open MXDR service for hybrid attack defence
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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saas
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endpoint protection
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public cloud
Vectra has launched the industry's first global open MXDR service, aimed at bolstering defence against hybrid attacks and easing the pressure on SOC teams, struggling amid a surge in isolated tool alerts.
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Microsoft, NAB & CITT join forces to boost cybersecurity for Victoria's SMBs
Sat, 17th Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
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A $1 million cybersecurity training initiative between Microsoft, National Australia Bank, and CITT aims to bolster security understanding for small businesses and equip students with practical industry experience in Victoria.
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Microsoft introduces AI tools to drive business cloud sustainability
Sat, 17th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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public cloud
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supply chain
Microsoft has launched a suite of sustainable data and AI solutions in their Cloud for Sustainability, optimising resources and guiding businesses in achieving sustainability goals.
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Vectra AI debuts global MXDR for hybrid attack defense
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Vectra AI introduces the first worldwide, 24/7 MXDR service to defend against increasingly complex hybrid cyber threats, combining AI-driven threat detection and expert human response to bolster stressed security teams.
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Infoblox introduces SOC Insights AI-driven security operation in ANZ
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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Infoblox launches AI-powered SOC Insights, an industry-first security operation in Australia and New Zealand, aimed at accelerating threat detection and improving cyber security operations using DNS intelligence.
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Global spend on AI for network orchestration to reach $20bn by 2028
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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virtualisation
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firewalls
Network operators worldwide are set to spend $20bn on AI for network orchestration by 2028, marking a leap of 240% from $6bn in 2024, says Juniper Research.
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Ataya named 'Cool Vendor' in 2023 Gartner report for connectivity solutions
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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uc
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firewalls
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network security
Santa Clara's Ataya earns 'Cool Vendor' title in 2023 Gartner report, acknowledging the firm's commitment to innovation in overcoming industrial network connectivity challenges.
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Portnox joins Microsoft Security body to bolster global cybersecurity efforts
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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cybersecurity
Cloud security solutions provider Portnox solidifies its global cybersecurity commitment by joining the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, aiming to bolster protection for Microsoft customers.
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Touchable Earth wins at Kids Judge Bett 2024 event
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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ai
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edtech
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kids
Touchable Earth, an Auckland-based company, earns top honours from Kids Judge Bett at world's largest EdTech event, Bett UK, for promoting global citizenship and geography in a unique app format.
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4Cabling expands in New Zealand with larger Auckland warehouse
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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online shopping
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distributors
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4cabling
Leading cabling solutions provider, 4Cabling, bolsters its commitment to New Zealand with a move to a larger warehouse in Mangere Bridge, Auckland.
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AspenTech pledges net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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climate change
Aspen Technology pledges to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, and aims for total net-zero by 2045 in a robust sustainability agenda.
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SpendConsole expands AI-powered AP automation to Dubai
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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digitisation
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fraud
AI-powered accounts payable firm SpendConsole expands into the Middle East, opening a new office in Dubai amidst rising demand for automation solutions.
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Australian millennials & Gen Z save $2.4bn using Raiz Invest app
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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blockchain
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defi
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bitcoin
Amid Australia's living-cost crisis, over 300,000 local millennials and Gen Z users saved up to $2.4bn cumulatively since joining micro-investing app Raiz Invest, exploiting technology for modern saving strategies.
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Aston Martin F1 extends cybersecurity partnership with SentinelOne
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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sentinelone
Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team extends multi-year partnership with global cybersecurity firm SentinelOne to safeguard performance data and secure operations at their Silverstone technology campus.
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Cisco launches Motific to expedite & secure GenAI deployment
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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saas
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genai
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Cisco reveals Motific, a groundbreaking SaaS solution aimed at streamlining and safeguarding GenAI deployment, significantly decreasing timelines and risks, while improving operational metrics.