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.
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Care & tech jobs surge as traditional roles decline in Australia
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digital transformation
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Australia's workforce grew 22.9% since 2014, with dramatic rises in aged care and tech roles, while traditional jobs like travel agents and farmers declined.
Kiwis embrace AI but call for tighter rules & greater trust
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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ai
A global study finds 69% of New Zealanders use AI regularly, but only 34% trust it, with 44% concerned about its risks versus benefits.
Ransomware attacks expose urgent risks for critical utilities
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malware
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data protection
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ransomware
Spanish water supplier Aigües de Mataró was hit by ransomware, highlighting growing cyber risks to essential infrastructure worldwide, experts warn.
FICO launches Marketplace to link firms with AI data partners
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data analytics
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fintech
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physical security
FICO has launched FICO Marketplace, a platform connecting businesses with data and analytics providers to boost AI-driven decision-making and operations.
Version 1 to deliver GBP £95 million upgrade for Scottish rural IT
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digital transformation
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ai
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modernisation
Version 1 has secured a GBP £95 million contract to upgrade and support digital services for Scotland’s rural Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate over seven years.
KPMG launches AI Trust suite to aid risk & compliance efforts
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partner programmes
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genai
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data privacy
KPMG launches AI Trust services with ServiceNow to help firms improve AI governance, risk management, and compliance across all stages of AI adoption.
Optimizely unveils enhanced Opal AI to boost marketing workflows
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martech
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rpa
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cdp
Optimizely upgrades its AI tool Opal with new features and workflows to boost marketing efficiency within the Optimizely One suite, enhancing task automation.
TCS & SAP join forces to boost cloud migration & AI uptake
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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genai
TCS and SAP have partnered to accelerate SAP customers' migration to cloud and boost generative AI adoption through the RISE with SAP initiative globally.
Lenovo unveils Legion 9i with 3D display for creators & gamers
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
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game developers
Lenovo unveils Legion 9i (18, 10), a gaming laptop with top-tier specs and AI features, launching June 2025 at EUR €4,499 for gamers and creators alike.
Juniper unveils Mist AI updates to boost network automation
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smartphones
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Juniper Networks unveils Mist platform upgrades with AI-driven monitoring, automated issue resolution, and real-time telemetry for enhanced network control.
Syfe & BlackRock partner to expand private credit access in Singapore
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blackrock
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monetary authority of singapore
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syfe
Syfe teams up with BlackRock to offer Accredited Investors in Singapore exclusive access to US middle market private credit, requiring lower minimum investments.
How the Orlando Magic are reinventing fandom with data and AI
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
The Orlando Magic and SAS are revolutionising fandom by using data and AI to personalise experiences, boost ticket sales, and deepen fan engagement.
Five trends shaping enterprise tech: AI, connectivity, cars
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uc
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digital transformation
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edge computing
IoT Analytics identifies five key technology trends transforming enterprise tech, from edge AI advances to evolving satellite connectivity and automotive computing.
Hyundai deploys HCloud in global Equinix centres for car services
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Hyundai Motor Group is deploying its private HCloud platform in Equinix data centres globally to enhance connected car services for over 10 million users.
AI adoption in internal audit set to double to 80% by 2026
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digital transformation
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ai
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professional services
Survey shows AI adoption in internal audit to double to 80% by 2026, with 54% citing efficiency gains as a key benefit, says Wolters Kluwer.
New platform aims to fix gaps in corporate cyber response plans
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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okta
Semperis launches Ready1, a platform improving cyber crisis response, addressing major communication and coordination gaps revealed in new global report.
SAS & Epic Games bring digital twins to modern factories
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gaming
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smart cities
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data analytics
SAS and Epic Games partner to enhance digital twins for manufacturing, helping Georgia-Pacific optimise operations at its Savannah River Mill in real time.
SAS unveils AI Governance Map to boost trust & innovation
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apm
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ai
SAS launches AI Governance Map and assessment to help firms enhance AI oversight, compliance, and innovation with tailored reports and expert guidance.
SAS Viya expands AI tools with new offerings & cloud services
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data analytics
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digital twins
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data privacy
SAS unveils new AI tools on its Viya platform, including synthetic data maker and AI-powered assistant, aiming to boost speed, productivity and trust.
Businesses turn to quantum AI despite high costs & confusion
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dr
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data analytics
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data science
A SAS survey reveals 60% of businesses are exploring quantum AI, despite barriers like cost, knowledge gaps, and lack of regulation hindering adoption.