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.
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Workplace tech issues cost Aussie firms time, money & talent
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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hybrid & remote work
Australian firms lose 1.3 workdays monthly per employee to tech issues, causing revenue losses and higher staff turnover, says new industry research.
Mizuho Bank streamlines Asia Pacific payments with new platform
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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payment technologies
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boomi
Mizuho Bank has launched a Boomi-based platform to streamline payments and ensure ISO 20022 compliance across Asia Pacific, cutting onboarding to weeks.
Sydney Opera House tops search as Aussies opt for local trips
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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becextech
The Sydney Opera House is Australia's most searched attraction as Aussies embrace daytrips and regional getaways, favouring local travel over international holidays.
Tails.com partners with metapack to boost delivery efficiency
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Tails.com partners with Metapack to enhance delivery options and operational control, boosting service reliability as orders grow across the UK.
Climate reporting standards put IT emissions under close scrutiny
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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renewable energy
New climate reporting standards spotlight IT emissions, pressuring firms to track every device's carbon impact for accurate sustainability disclosures.
AI spend to focus on cost, outcomes & data in 2026 shift
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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network security
In 2026, firms will shift AI investment towards cost-efficiency, data governance, and measurable outcomes amid rising scrutiny of AI returns, says OpenText.
Arista & Palo Alto Networks launch new AI-era data centre security
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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firewalls
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private cloud
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devops
Arista and Palo Alto Networks launch integrated AI-era security solution to protect hybrid data centres from advanced cyber threats and ensure unified policy control.
Dyson & Raylo boost sustainability with refurbished device plans
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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cx
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martech
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supply chain
Dyson and Raylo launch flexible subscriptions for refurbished devices, boosting affordability and sustainability in the UK electronics market.
Premier CX & CommBox launch AI-driven platform for recruiters
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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cx
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martech
Premier CX and CommBox have launched JourneyHub, an AI-driven recruitment platform enabling seamless, personalised candidate communication across multiple digital channels.
ScreenCloud Belfast team wins three major awards for service
Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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digital signage
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cx
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martech
ScreenCloud's Belfast team won three top awards at the Contact Centre Northern Ireland Awards, highlighting their excellence in customer service and leadership.
UK firms fear AI data non-compliance amid new regulatory risks
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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data privacy
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Over half of UK firms are unsure if their AI-generated data meets regulations, risking heavy fines amid growing data and compliance challenges.
Instagram posts fuel surge in money mule recruitment schemes
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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risk & compliance
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payment technologies
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facebook
Nearly 24% of Instagram posts tagged as ‘quick-money’ offers are linked to money mule recruitment, posing major challenges for law enforcement and platforms.
UK tech retail grows 5.4% but trails behind European rivals
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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it industry
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notebook
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black friday
UK tech retail sales rose 5.4% in Q3 2025, outpacing national retail growth but lagging behind Europe's 21% surge in the sector.
Marketers struggle to prepare for AI-driven, click-less journeys
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
Most marketers feel unprepared for AI-driven, click-less customer journeys despite 62% expecting them to be common within a year, reveals new research.
UK retailers & tech firms seek clarity on tax as Budget nears
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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smb
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investment
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black friday
UK retailers and tech firms urge clear tax policies ahead of the Chancellor's Budget, fearing uncertainty could impact investment and Black Friday sales.
Xero research shows small firms lag on AI
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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financial systems
Research reveals many small businesses in Australia, the UK and US are cautious about AI, despite growing confidence and benefits like time savings.
Fix Your Content Day urges universities to boost accessibility
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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edutech
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higher education
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universities
Anthology’s Fix Your Content Day challenges universities worldwide to improve digital course accessibility in preparation for new US regulations on inclusive education.
Bloomberg hackathon in Singapore spotlights quant & AI talent
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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data science
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risk & compliance
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ai
The Bloomberg Code Crunch Hackathon in Singapore showcased top quant and AI talent, with NTU students and financial firms developing innovative investment tools.
Manhattan Associates named top five Singapore workplace for 2025
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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hcm
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collaboration
Manhattan Associates has been ranked among Singapore's top five workplaces for 2025, with all employees reporting a positive and inclusive work environment.
SOTI upgrades platform to boost retail device security & speed
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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data protection
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mdm
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supply chain
SOTI upgrades its ONE Platform to enhance device security, speed, and operational visibility, helping retailers boost efficiency and meet rising consumer expectations.