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

Ecommpay named finalist in two categories at London FinTech awards
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collaboration
Ecommpay has been shortlisted in two categories at the FinTech Awards London, recognising its innovation and collaboration with The Money Platform.

Experts warn of AI risks & password sharing on security
Yesterday
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On World Password Day, experts warn that password sharing and AI-generated credentials are weakening digital security globally, urging stronger authentication methods.

Cyber attack on M&S exposes UK food supply chain risks
Yesterday
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cybersecurity
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data breach
Marks & Spencer's recent cyber attack exposes vulnerabilities in the UK's food supply chain, prompting urgent calls for stronger cyber security measures.

Kaspersky warns AI password generators lack true randomness
Yesterday
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cybersecurity
Kaspersky warns against using AI tools like ChatGPT and Llama for passwords, citing weak randomness and vulnerabilities in generated passwords.

Zero-day hackers shift focus to enterprise tech in Google's report
Yesterday
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smartphones
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firewalls
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network security
Google's GTIG reports 75 zero-day exploits in 2024, highlighting a rising threat to enterprise tech despite a slight overall decrease from 2023.

GitHub Copilot surpasses 15 million users as AI tools expand
Yesterday
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software development
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microsoft
GitHub Copilot has exceeded 15 million users, growing rapidly as Microsoft advances its AI tools in software development and cloud services.

LogicMonitor advances AI observability with new global partners
Yesterday
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it automation
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ai
LogicMonitor marks H1 2025 with AI-powered platform enhancements, new partnerships including AWS and OpenAI, plus industry awards and FedRAMP progress.

Binance Australia partners Jack Robinson in landmark surf deal
Yesterday
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blockchain
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surfing
Binance Australia has become the first crypto exchange to sponsor pro surfer Jack Robinson, aiming to boost Aussie awareness of blockchain and digital assets.

Microsoft quarterly results lifted by AI & cloud revenue gains
Yesterday
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Microsoft's Q3 revenue rose 13% to USD $70.1bn, driven by cloud and AI demand, with net income up 18% to USD $25.8bn for the quarter ending March 2025.

Skechers launches Luna, an AI stylist, at Singapore store
Yesterday
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retail technologies
Skechers launches Luna, an AI retail assistant, at its new Punggol Coast Mall store in Singapore, offering personalised style advice via kiosk and Telegram.

Netskope honoured as Microsoft Security ISV of the Year 2025
Yesterday
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Netskope has been named Microsoft Security ISV of the Year 2025, recognised for its strong integrations with Microsoft Security products and innovation.

New Hoong Fatt to modernise with Microsoft ERP solution
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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erp
New Hoong Fatt is partnering with Wild Tech Malaysia to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, aiming to modernise and integrate its global operations.

Australian enterprises increase investment in digital trust
Yesterday
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martech
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risk & compliance
Australian businesses lead globally in boosting investment in digital trust, focusing on fraud detection and identity verification to protect customers.

UiPath unveils agentic automation for unified AI & workflow
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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low-code
UiPath launches its new agentic automation platform, uniting AI, robots, and humans to streamline business workflows with improved orchestration and control.

Semiconductor materials market set to reach USD $119.8 billion
Yesterday
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wearables
The electronics and semiconductor materials market is set to more than double from USD $58.0bn in 2023 to USD $119.8bn by 2034, driven by tech advances and digitisation.

LG showcases innovative appliances in MasterChef Australia series
Yesterday
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smart home
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technology gifts
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LG Electronics Australia partners with MasterChef Australia 2024 to showcase innovative kitchen appliances, inspiring home cooks across the nation.

Dematic unveils Silky Crossbelt sorter for Southeast Asia logistics
Yesterday
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supply chain & logistics
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wms
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Dematic unveils Silky Crossbelt sorter, a modular, lightweight system enhancing logistics efficiency and order fulfilment across Southeast Asia's diverse markets.

PentenAmio merger targets secure global cyber defence growth
Yesterday
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Australian Penten and UK-based Amiosec merge to form PentenAmio, offering sovereign cybersecurity and electronic warfare tech, targeting Allied defence clients.

Agentic AI helps firms boost CX satisfaction & cut costs per case
Yesterday
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cx
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cdp
Forethought's 2025 report reveals agentic AI boosts CX outcomes, resolving 57% more tickets and cutting costs by over 20%, outperforming traditional AI solutions.

Acuity launches Agent Fleet AI to boost efficiency for banks
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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fintech
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rpa
Acuity Knowledge Partners launches Agent Fleet, an AI platform designed to boost efficiency for banks, asset managers and private equity firms without more staff.