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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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Fortinet launches Wi-Fi 7 integrated secure networking solution
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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Fortinet unveils the industry's first integrated, Wi-Fi 7 secure networking solution, offering increased speed, capacity, and enterprise-grade AI-powered security.
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Australia's cybersecurity plans overlooked smart home devices, expert warns
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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Cybersecurity expert Leon Poggioli believes Australia's proposed cybersecurity law reforms need to pay more heed to smart home devices like solar inverters, crucial for grid stability.
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Spectralink releases Versity 97 Series smartphone in Australia & New Zealand
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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Spectralink unveils the next-gen Versity 97 Series devices, raising enterprise mobility standards with advanced features like AI noise suppression, app integration, and a rugged build, available in Australia and New Zealand.
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Claudine Beltrami heads Verizon's Federal Government business
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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Amidst confusion in Australian agencies post-discontinuation of the cyber hubs program, Verizon Business Australia appoints IT veteran, Claudine Beltrami, to lead Federal Government business, creating a more secure digital future.
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Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom in noteworthy expansion
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom Technology, marking its first expansion into Australia and New Zealand in the managed IT and software services sector.
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Aussie workers miss out on billions due to complicated expense claims
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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Survey reveals 44% of Aussie workers regularly fail to claim expense reimbursements, missing out on billions and increasing workplace stress.
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Adrian Scrase joins GSA to bolster 6G standards development
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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5g & beyond
Adrian Scrase, known for his contributions to mobile standardisation, joins the Global mobile Suppliers Association, bringing his expertise to the development and standardisation of forthcoming 6G technology.
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Microsoft unveils Copilot Pro & expands AI services to more businesses worldwide
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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Copilot is being extended to new businesses of different sizes in the software giants attempts to make AI commonplace.
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Optimism for future growth surges among business leaders, report reveals
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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Embracing a Brighter Future: Investment Priorities for 2024 report reveals a surge in optimism among global business leaders, driven by promising AI technologies and digital transformation, despite macroeconomic challenges.
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Logicalis unveils upgraded Digital Fabric Platform for CIOs
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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Logicalis has launched an upgraded version of its Digital Fabric Platform, providing CIOs with deeper insight and recommendations to optimise their digital ecosystems using artificial intelligence.
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FranConnect introduces Analytics platform & revamped Royalty Manager
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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finance
FranConnect unveils FranConnect Analytics, a real-time data platform, and revamps its Royalty Manager app to assist franchise and multi-location businesses in their operational and financial management.
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NTT unveils first data centre on new Noida 2 campus
Sat, 13th Jan 2024
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Global IT firm NTT Ltd. unveils first data centre on six-acre campus 'Noida 2', supporting a capacity of 52.8 MW IT load, boosting India's accelerating digital economy.
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ChatGPT introduces GPT Store for customised AI resources
Sat, 13th Jan 2024
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Reports reveal that over 3 million custom versions of AI language model, ChatGPT, were created in two months, prompting the launch of a new GPT Store for user-friendly discovery of successful designs.
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'100s plan': Huawei Cloud's new aid for Chinese firms in Europe
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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huawei cloud
Huawei Cloud launches Two 100s plan to aid Chinese businesses' European expansion, providing tools, tech expertise and a new business boosting solution, unveiled at its China-Europe Forum.
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Stake names Jon Howie as new CEO in leadership shakeup
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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Australian investment platform Stake ushers in new growth chapter, appointing experienced finance leader Jon Howie as CEO while founder Matt Leibowitz transitions to Executive Director role.
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Chantelle Cole to lead NZ On Air's game development rebate scheme
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Chantelle Cole, CEO at the award-winning studio Dinosaur Polo Club, is set to join NZ On Air as the Programme Director for their Game Development Sector Rebate scheme, bringing significant industry experience.
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Publicis Sapient & Google Cloud to launch Retail Media Network Accelerator
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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Publicis Sapient partners with Google Cloud to launch a Retail Media Network Accelerator, providing a platform for clients to boost revenue via customised ads and enhance customer engagement.
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Former US Cyber Director Chris Inglis joins Claroty's advisory board
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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Former U.S. National Cyber Director, Chris Inglis, joins Claroty's board, bringing big-hitter experience in cybersecurity to aid in the firm's mission of safeguarding the world's critical infrastructure.
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High court grants Medtech preservation order against Valentia
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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physical security
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software
High Court grants Medtech order against Valentia Technologies, permitting investigations into alleged copyright infringement, data violations, and patient safety risks in healthcare industry.
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Gallagher Security promotes George Dunleavy to Sales Manager for SA & NT
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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George Dunleavy ascends to Sales Manager for South Australia and Northern Territory within Gallagher Security, replacing Karl Harris, in a strategic move to intensify operations in the area.