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Sean Mitchell
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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

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Soti partners with Urovo to reduce transport downtime
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productivity
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soti
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it support
SOTI has partnered with Urovo to enhance mobile device reliability in the transport sector, aiming to minimise downtime caused by device malfunctions.
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Allegro Energy unveils Australia's first flow battery
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power / energy
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sustainability
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renewable energy
Allegro Energy has launched Australia's first locally made microemulsion flow battery, marking a significant milestone in long-duration energy storage technology.
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HCLTech & Western Union reveal transformative partnership
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digital transformation
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fintech
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cx
HCLTech and Western Union have formed a strategic partnership to innovate the financial services sector, enhancing agility with AI-powered solutions.
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Consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products
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sustainability
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millennials
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gen z
A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.
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Contact centres face challenges with AI in customer care
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cx
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ai
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contact centre
A recent Calabrio report finds that while 98% of contact centres utilise AI, 61% of leaders struggle with balancing efficiency and empathy in customer interactions.
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Sony unveils WF-C710N earbuds with advanced features
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wireless headphones
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consumer electronics
Sony Electronics has unveiled its WF-C710N Truly Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds, priced at AUD $189.95, offering advanced features and stylish designs.
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Apple announces free online WWDC 2025 for developers
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software development
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apple
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youtube
Apple has revealed that its Worldwide Developers Conference will take place online from 9 to 13 June 2025, offering free access to all developers.
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Epos launches Adapt E1 with AI-enhanced ear fit technology
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productivity
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epos
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consumer electronics
EPOS has launched the ADAPT E1 true wireless earbuds, offering advanced comfort and audio quality for professionals and everyday users alike, priced at GBP £175.
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Netskope: leader in IDC MarketScape DLP 2025 assessment
Today
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digital transformation
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dlp
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ml
Netskope has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide DLP 2025, recognising its effective data loss prevention solutions amid evolving security challenges.
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CrowdStrike launches services partner programme for SIEM
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siem
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cybersecurity
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deloitte
CrowdStrike has launched its Services Partner Program to enhance the integration of its Falcon Next-Gen SIEM platform, joining forces with major firms like Deloitte and EY.
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CEOs globally focus on tariffs & agentic AI in 2025
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ai
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ai agents
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recruitment
IoT Analytics' Q1 2025 report highlights a 190% spike in CEO discussions on tariffs, alongside rising concerns over economic uncertainty and agentic AI.
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Giga Computing & Start Campus partner on AI study
Today
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data analytics
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cloud services
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predictive analytics
Giga Computing and Start Campus have launched a joint study to integrate advanced data centre tech, aiming to enhance efficiency and support AI workloads.
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Supervised unveils AI platform to transform management roles
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management
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business continuity
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leadership
Supervised has launched its AI-powered platform, enabling managers to directly oversee up to 30 reports, transforming management in enterprise structures.
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Australian firms overestimate cyber defences, survey reveals
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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ai
A new survey reveals a stark contrast in cybersecurity perceptions among Australian businesses, with security leaders overly confident while employees feel unprepared.
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Pureprofile launches AI tools for decoding consumer trends
Yesterday
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data analytics
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digital marketing
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market research
Global data company Pureprofile has launched three AI-driven tools to help brands decode online consumer sentiment and track emerging trends effectively.
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Pronto Software gains prestigious Australian Owned status
Yesterday
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erp
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pronto software
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mining
Pronto Software has achieved the distinguished Australian Owned certification, underscoring its commitment to supporting local business innovation and economic growth.
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CrowdStrike boosts Falcon with new AI risk management tools
Yesterday
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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network security
CrowdStrike has unveiled enhancements to its Falcon Exposure Management, introducing AI-powered risk prioritisation for network assets and simplifying cybersecurity.
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Dreame Technology releases X50 Ultra in Australia market
Yesterday
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robots
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smart home
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vacuum cleaner
Dreame Technology has launched the X50 Ultra in Australia, claiming it's the most advanced robot vacuum yet, priced at AUD $2,999.
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Google's AI push prompts Aussie firms to boost visibility
Yesterday
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cx
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martech
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ai
Google's AI advancements are reshaping how Australian small businesses must optimise their online presence to stay competitive and ensure visibility.
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Australian enterprises gear up for AI agent integration push
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digital transformation
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financial systems
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genai
A new report from SnapLogic reveals that 84% of Australian IT leaders trust AI agents as much or more than humans, with significant investment anticipated in the next year.