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
Behavioural biometrics seen as key layer, not replacement for passwords
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biometrics
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mfa
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data privacy
Specops Software highlights behavioural biometrics as a dynamic, AI-driven security layer that complements passwords, enhancing continuous user authentication.
Hands-on Review: Logitech G435 wireless gaming headset
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Logitech G435 is a lightweight, affordable wireless gaming headset offering dual connectivity, solid audio, and up to 18 hours of battery life, ideal for gamers.
Amplifier Security secures USD $5.6 million for AI platform
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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siem
Amplifier Security raises USD $5.6 million seed round to launch AI-driven tools automating user engagement and plugging real-time security gaps.
Azul launches JVM Inventory to accelerate Oracle Java migration
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software development
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oracle
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java
Azul launches JVM Inventory on its Intelligence Cloud to streamline Oracle Java migrations, easing compliance and cutting costs for enterprises.
Ferrovial boosts efficiency & safety with DXC AI Workbench
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uc
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
DXC Technology has launched its AI Workbench, aiding enterprises like Ferrovial to scale AI with secure, compliant, and customisable solutions across operations.
AI use in enterprises soars but brings surge in cyber risks
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data protection
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Enterprise AI use has surged over 3,000%, with ChatGPT dominating but also being the most-blocked app due to security concerns, says Zscaler report.
LG Smart TVs introduce Xbox app for cloud gaming in 26 countries
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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blizzard
LG has launched the Xbox app on Smart TVs in 26 countries, allowing users to stream Xbox games via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with a compatible controller.
Yubico & Solvatten boost digital security & clean water
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mfa
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phishing
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email security
Yubico’s Secure It Forward programme teams up with Solvatten to deliver clean water and strengthen digital security in developing countries, aiding over 800,000 lives.
Datadog acquires Metaplane to boost AI & data observability
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siem
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cloud security
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martech
Datadog reveals updated DevSecOps report showing Java’s vulnerabilities and announces Metaplane acquisition to boost data observability and AI monitoring.
Veeam partners with CrowdStrike to boost data resilience & security
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data protection
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ransomware
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cloud security
Veeam Software partners with CrowdStrike to integrate platforms, enhancing data security with new tools for centralised threat monitoring and response.
Mandiant report finds rise in financially motivated cyber attacks
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mfa
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Mandiant's 2024 report reveals a rise in financially motivated cyber attacks, with 55% of threat groups seeking profit, while detection remains a major challenge globally.
Veeam report finds 69% of firms hit by ransomware in past year
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malware
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virtualisation
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data protection
Nearly 69% of global firms, including Australian organisations, faced ransomware attacks in the past year, despite improved resilience efforts, says Veeam.
FICO & dacadoo partner on life insurance risk assessment
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
FICO and dacadoo partner to boost life insurance risk assessments using AI, aiming for personalised policies and faster underwriting for insurers globally.
IDeaS unveils Spotlight to boost hotel marketing with AI insights
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data analytics
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martech
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ai
IDeaS has launched Spotlight, a new AI-driven hotel demand tool to help marketers target campaigns and optimise budgets amid rising costs.
Hotwire launches AI-powered Spark tool & global AI Lab
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martech
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ai
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agentic ai
Hotwire Global launches Hotwire Spark, an AI tool to boost brand visibility on AI search platforms alongside a new global AI Innovation Lab.
Google Canada selects 14 startups for latest AI accelerator
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Google Canada has chosen 14 startups for its sixth Google for Startups Accelerator: Canada, a three-month AI-focused, equity-free programme.
Large format display market falls as tariffs hit global sales
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semiconductors
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analyst report
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tariffs
Global Large Format Display market sees 1.7% unit sales drop and 10.9% revenue fall in Q1 2025 amid tariff woes and price pressures.
Motorola unveils SVX & Assist to boost AI in policing
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ai
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motorola solutions
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law enforcement
Motorola Solutions unveils SVX and Assist, merging voice, video, and AI to enhance US police officers' real-time decision-making and reduce device load.
Aussie Broadband sees 30% gains with SUSE open platform
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virtualisation
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uc
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private cloud
Aussie Broadband has boosted operational efficiency by up to 30% with a new SUSE Rancher Prime cloud platform, enhancing service reliability for 780,000 users.
Half of New Zealanders overwhelmed by notification overload
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email
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social media
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productivity
Half of New Zealanders feel overwhelmed by digital notifications, with social media and emails disrupting wellbeing and productivity, finds 2degrees research.