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 - Page 62
Ingram Micro responds to ransomware incident impacting internal systems
Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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encryption
Ingram Micro suffered a ransomware attack via a third-party VPN, underscoring the risks posed by remote access and external supplier vulnerabilities.
SoftwareOne completes Crayon deal, forming CHF 1.6 billion giant
Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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microsoft
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software
SoftwareOne has completed its acquisition of Crayon, creating a CHF 1.6 billion software and cloud solutions giant with 13,000 employees in over 70 countries.
Lancom partners with Thread to drive AI & AWS innovation push
Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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partner programmes
Lancom Technology teams with Thread to optimise AWS spending and integrate AI-driven solutions, boosting managed services in the US and beyond.
HPE completes Juniper Networks deal to boost AI & cloud focus
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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datacentre infrastructure
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has completed its acquisition of Juniper Networks, doubling its networking business and boosting AI and hybrid cloud capabilities.
Qantas latest in string of cyber attacks on the aviation sector globally
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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mfa
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martech
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breach prevention
A significant cyber-attack on Qantas exposed personal data, highlighting a rising wave of airline breaches by the financially motivated hacker group Scattered Spider.
Aviation & retail urged to boost defences after Qantas cyber hit
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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uc
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mfa
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phishing
A surge in ransomware attacks linked to the Scattered Spider group urges aviation and retail sectors to strengthen cyber defences after a Qantas breach.
Fortinet named top IT/OT network protection leader again for 2025
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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network security
Fortinet has been named Overall Leader in IT/OT Network Protection for 2025 by Westlands Advisory, marking its third consecutive top award.
LevelBlue to acquire Trustwave, creating top global cyber giant
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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devops
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
LevelBlue will acquire Trustwave, creating the world's largest pure-play managed security services provider with enhanced global cybersecurity capabilities.
Blue Yonder powers supply chains for 20 Gartner top 25 firms
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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ai
Blue Yonder supports supply chains for 20 of Gartner's Top 25 firms, highlighting its AI-driven platform's role in digital and sustainable operations.
Fortinet named Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for LAN
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet named Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise LAN, praised for AI-powered security and integrated wired and wireless network solutions.
F5 launches post-quantum cryptography tools for secure future
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
F5 has launched post-quantum cryptography tools within its Application Delivery and Security Platform to help firms protect data from future quantum computing threats.
LogicFlo AI raises USD $2.7 million to transform life sciences work
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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risk & compliance
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ai
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medical science
LogicFlo AI has raised USD $2.7 million to develop its AI agent platform that automates administrative tasks in life sciences, boosting efficiency globally.
Japan enacts Active Cyber Defense Law to neutralise threats
Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.
Canva unveils deep ChatGPT integration for seamless AI design
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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rpa
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ai
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ai models
Canva has integrated OpenAI's ChatGPT, enabling users to streamline design workflows with AI-powered context-aware tools directly within its platform.
Veeam named Leader in Gartner 2025 backup & data report
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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virtualisation
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data protection
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martech
Veeam has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Backup & Data Protection Platforms for the ninth year running.
OPSWAT adds SentinelOne AI to boost Metascan malware defence
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
OPSWAT integrates SentinelOne's AI malware detection into Metascan Multiscanning, boosting threat defence across Windows and Linux platforms.
Swiss Deep Tech startups surpass USD $100 billion in value
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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robots
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ai
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ml
Swiss Deep Tech startups have surpassed USD $100 billion in value, boosted by strong venture capital and academic innovation in AI, biotech, and space sectors.
Josys launches AI SaaS risk tool & boosts identity automation
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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mdm
Josys launches AI-powered SaaS Risk Analyzer to automate software risk assessments, plus new identity workflows, enhancing IT control and governance.
Salesforce unveils Agentforce 3 to accelerate enterprise AI adoption
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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uc
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siem
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hyperscale
Salesforce launches Agentforce 3 to help enterprises scale AI adoption with enhanced control, interoperability, and real-time hybrid workforce insights.
Three-quarters of building systems exposed to cyber risks
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Research reveals 75% of Building Management Systems face cyber vulnerabilities, with 51% insecurely online, risking critical infrastructure across sectors.