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
Azul launches JVM Inventory to accelerate Oracle Java migration
Yesterday
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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
Yesterday
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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
Yesterday
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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
Yesterday
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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
Yesterday
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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
Yesterday
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siem
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cloud security
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application security
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
Yesterday
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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
Yesterday
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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
Yesterday
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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
Yesterday
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data analytics
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cx
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ai
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
2 days ago
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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
2 days ago
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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
3 days ago
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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
3 days ago
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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
3 days ago
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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
4 days ago
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uc
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private cloud
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digital transformation
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
4 days ago
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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.
Kacific wins SIG award for Asia-Pacific satellite internet push
4 days ago
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uc
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telco
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connectivity
Kacific Broadband Satellites Group won the Best Cooperation Award at the Satcoms Innovation Group 2025 Awards for expanding internet in Asia-Pacific.
Telstra tech helps Good Friday Appeal donations top AUD $1m
Last week
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uc
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telco
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telstra
Telstra celebrates 80 years supporting the Good Friday Appeal, helping raise over AUD $1 million via technology during this year’s telethon for The Royal Children's Hospital.
Certinia unveils Spring '25 update with advanced AI tools
Last week
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devops
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apm
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ai
Certinia's Spring '25 release enhances AI-driven tools to boost foresight, flexibility, and project visibility for services organisations, improving staffing and customer insights.