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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NZ government agencies urged to adopt AI to fix records gap
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digital transformation
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data privacy
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ai
A report reveals that most New Zealand government agencies fail to meet Public Records Act requirements amid ongoing challenges and staff cuts.
Radware named leader for AI-driven API security by GigaOm
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Radware was named a Leader and Fast Mover in GigaOm Radar for AI-enhanced application and API security, noted for advanced protection and real-time response.
Milestone Systems empowers South Pacific with local leadership
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digital entertainment
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video management software
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milestone systems
Milestone Systems gives South Pacific full decision-making autonomy, boosting local skills and partner engagement to drive growth and innovation in video tech.
Intel unveils Xeon 6 CPUs to boost GPU-driven AI systems
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ai
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intel
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cpu
Intel launches three new Xeon 6 series processors with advanced features to boost performance in GPU-accelerated AI systems, including the Xeon 6776P powering NVIDIA's DGX B300.
Commercial drone automation set to soar across industries
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surveillance
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edge computing
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supply chain & logistics
A Forrester report finds 78% of automation leaders plan to implement aerial drone automation within a year, boosting efficiency across industries.
OPPO launches Watch X2 in NZ with premium health features at NZD $649
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smartphones
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wearables
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payment technologies
OPPO launches its Watch X2 smartwatch in New Zealand at NZD $649, featuring military-grade durability, medical health tracking and five-day battery life.
Diligent strengthens ethics tools with Vault’s AI compliance tech
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risk & compliance
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ai
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transparency
Diligent has acquired Vault, enhancing its GRC platform with AI-powered ethics and compliance tools to strengthen global misconduct reporting and investigations.
AI-driven threats prompt IT leaders to rethink hybrid cloud security
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firewalls
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private cloud
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ransomware
A new survey reveals 91% of IT leaders are reassessing hybrid cloud risks as AI-driven cyberattacks surge, with global costs hitting USD $3 trillion annually.
RØDE launches NTH-50 on-ear headphones for audio creators at USD $99
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digital entertainment
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streaming
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event
RØDE launches NTH-50 on-ear headphones at USD $99, designed for pros with balanced sound, comfort, noise isolation, and modular durability.
Google unveils Gemini 2.5 updates for enhanced AI on Vertex
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data analytics
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ai security
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ai
Google upgrades Gemini 2.5 AI on Vertex AI, boosting reasoning, security, and efficiency for enterprises with features like Deep Think and thought summaries.
Google unveils Flow AI tool to empower filmmakers & storytellers
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genai
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ai
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ai models
Google launches Flow, an AI tool designed to help filmmakers craft cinematic scenes using generative AI models Veo, Imagen, and Gemini.
Google reveals sweeping AI upgrades for Gemini & launches new Beam
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quantum computing
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ai
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agentic ai
Google unveils major AI advancements across its Gemini platform, boosting Search, Workspace and video with new features and faster models.
Google unveils Gemini AI upgrade for universal assistant vision
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data analytics
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planning
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quantum computing
Google unveiled Gemini AI upgrade, aiming to create a universal assistant with advanced planning, simulation and task management capabilities.
Google unveils new Gemini AI app features, launches paid plans
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smartphones
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genai
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ai
Google has launched new features for its Gemini AI app, including free Gemini Live and advanced tools via paid plans priced at USD $19.99 and $249.99 monthly.
Google AI Ultra subscription launches at USD $249.99 per month
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ai
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google
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developers
Google launches Google AI Ultra, a USD $249.99 monthly subscription offering advanced AI tools and higher limits, starting in the US with 50% off for new users.
Google unveils expanded AI search features with Gemini upgrade
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ai
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payment technologies
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google
Google expands its AI search in the US with Gemini upgrade, adding advanced features like AI Mode, Deep Search, and live visual interactions.
Google unveils Gemini 2.5 upgrades for reasoning & security
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ai security
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ai
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google
Google updates Gemini 2.5 with improved reasoning, security, and developer tools, enhancing AI learning, coding, and multimedia capabilities.
Synology unveils cloud surveillance service with easy deployment
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data protection
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digital transformation
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mfa
Synology unveils C2 Surveillance, a scalable VSaaS cloud solution with AI features, server-less setup, and multi-site management, launching later this year.
Bitcoin soars above USD$110,724, sets new all-time record
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cartech
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defi
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bitcoin
Bitcoin hits a new record above USD$110,724, boosting its market valuation past USD$2.15 trillion on the 15th anniversary of Bitcoin Pizza Day.
Cisco joins Stargate UAE in major Abu Dhabi AI data centre push
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digital transformation
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ai
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cloud services
Cisco joins Stargate UAE consortium to develop a 1 GW AI data centre in Abu Dhabi, partnering with G42, OpenAI, NVIDIA, and SoftBank Group.