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
Call for Australia to prioritise digital skills reform
Today
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cybersecurity
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skills gap
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acs
The Australian Computer Society is calling on the federal government to focus on digital skills reform and research commercialisation to boost the economy.
SentinelOne tops Frost Radar for endpoint security in 2025
Today
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cloud security
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secops
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genai
SentinelOne has been recognised as the top vendor on the Frost Radar: Endpoint Security 2025, leading both the Growth and Innovation indices with its AI-driven solutions.
Elastic unveils upgrades for Elasticsearch on Google CPUs
Today
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genai
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benchmarking
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observability
Elastic has revealed enhancements for Elasticsearch on Google Axion processors, boasting up to 40% more efficient indexing on C4A virtual machines.
Elastic wins top honours at 2025 Google Cloud Awards
Today
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genai
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ai
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software development
Elastic has been awarded two 2025 Google Cloud Partner of the Year Awards for its contributions to AI, highlighting its role in advancing Generation AI applications.
Cloudflare unveils Workers VPC for enhanced app security
Today
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cloudflare
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security
Cloudflare has unveiled Workers VPC and Workers VPC Private Link, tools set to empower developers to create secure cross-cloud applications on its platform.
European cybersecurity market sees 18% growth in sales
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endpoint protection
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network security
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cybersecurity
The European cybersecurity market grew 18% in Q1 2025, driven by Germany's 23% and Italy's remarkable 37% sales increases, suggests CONTEXT.
PR Group to lead communications for Founders Forum Asia 2025
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fintech
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ai
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collaboration
The PR Group has been appointed the exclusive communications partner for Founders Forum Asia 2025, set to take place in Singapore, featuring Deputy PM Heng Swee Keat.
Infosecurity Europe introduces SANS masterclasses 2025
Today
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Infosecurity Europe has teamed up with SANS Institute to launch Masterclasses addressing cybersecurity skills gaps, scheduled for 3-5 June 2025 in London.
Easter hotel bookings in Australia rise by 19.6% for 2025
Yesterday
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school holidays
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tourism
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hospitality
Hotel bookings across Australia for Easter 2025 have surged by 19.6% compared to last year, signalling a trend towards earlier travel plans.
Sinch recognised as essential app in HubSpot ecosystem
Yesterday
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cx
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martech
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cdp
Sinch has been recognised as an Essential App for HubSpot, enhancing its partnership by integrating messaging channels into HubSpot's platform for improved customer engagement.
Newmont adopts Ericsson 5G for remote mine operations
Yesterday
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uc
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digital transformation
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5g & beyond
Newmont has launched Ericsson's Private 5G technology at its Cadia mine in Australia, enhancing remote dozing capabilities and significantly boosting connectivity.
Ultrahuman unveils flagship ring in Australian market at AUD $599.95
Yesterday
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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fitness
Ultrahuman has launched the Ultrahuman Ring AIR in Australia, the world's lightest wearable at AUD $599.95, designed for health-conscious consumers.
BenQ unveils PD series monitors for design professionals
Yesterday
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martech
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displays & projectors
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benq
BenQ has launched two new monitors in its PD Designer series, including a groundbreaking 5K model aimed at enhancing productivity for design professionals.
Costco teams up with DoorDash for home delivery in Auckland
Yesterday
Aucklanders can now enjoy bulk shopping deliveries as DoorDash partners with Costco, eliminating the need for store visits or memberships.
Fast moves, big change: Google Cloud on AI enabling business
Last week
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cx
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martech
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open source
Bobby Allen of Google Cloud believes AI is transforming business by empowering non-developers to innovate, as mindset becomes key in the tech landscape.
Honor launches 400 Lite 5G smartphone in UK & Ireland
Last week
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smartphones
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android
HONOR has unveiled the HONOR 400 Lite 5G, set to launch in the UK and Ireland on 22 April 2025, priced from GBP £249.99, featuring advanced AI camera technology.
Edged completes Mesa data centre framework for AI use
Last week
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hyperscale
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dc
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ai
Edged has completed the structural framework for its new data centre in Mesa, Arizona, set to enhance AI efficiency with a 36 MW capacity by late 2025.
PrePad secures USD $2.8m to expand in drilling sector
Last week
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oil and gas
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energy sector
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investors
PrePad has secured USD $2.8 million in seed funding to bolster its oil and gas drilling software solutions following support from Devon Energy and Chevron.
New AI-enhanced garden at Chelsea Flower Show unveiled
Last week
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smart cities
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cleantech
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microsoft
Avanade has launched the Intelligent Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, combining AI and horticulture to enhance urban tree survival as they celebrate 25 years.
EcoOnline wins top product award for sustainability tool
Last week
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cleantech
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sustainability
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carbon emissions
EcoOnline has clinched the Top Product of the Year Award from Environment+Energy Leader for its innovative ESG & Sustainability Software, focusing on sustainability.