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Kaleah Salmon
Journalist
Kaleah Salmon is journalist in the TechDay editorial team. She has a keen interest in health, fitness, travel and sport. She previously worked as a journalist for Australian publication, Ministry of Sport.

Stories by Kaleah

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Firebolt opens Singapore hub to boost data & AI in APAC

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Firebolt has launched a new hub in Singapore to support rising demand for real-time data analytics and AI solutions across the Asia Pacific region.
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VECTEC Networks launches with new leaders to boost enterprise security

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VECTEC launches VECTEC Networks, a specialist division led by new CEO Jack McEvoy, enhancing enterprise networking and security with expert-led services.
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HowNow & Pluralsight partner to boost digital skills learning

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HowNow has partnered with Pluralsight to integrate over 6,500 tech courses into its platform, boosting workplace access to essential digital skills learning.
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Australia Post launches largest trial of electric delivery vans

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Australia Post has launched its largest trial of 36 Mercedes-Benz electric vans to cut emissions in metropolitan deliveries, advancing its Net Zero 2050 goal.
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Ideagen expands safety solutions with acquisition of Reactec

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Ideagen has acquired Reactec to enhance its health and safety offerings with wearable tech and analytics, boosting workplace risk management across industries.
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SmartBear wins fifth Tech Cares Award for global CSR efforts

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SmartBear earns the Tech Cares Award for the fifth year running, recognising its global efforts in corporate social responsibility and community support.
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Australian SMEs rush into AI adoption without clear strategies

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Most Australian SMEs adopt AI tools without strategies, risking missed growth opportunities despite urgent investments and competitive pressures.
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UK data leaders face urgent overhaul as DUAA brings strict new rules

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UK organisations face urgent data protection reforms as the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces stricter rules and higher ICO enforcement powers.
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AND Global raises USD $21.4m to boost fintech for Asia-Pacific

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AND Global has raised USD $21.4m in Series B funding to enhance fintech access for the unbanked across Asia-Pacific, backed by IFC and AEON Financial Service.
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Seventy-two percent of New Zealanders say brands break promises

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A new study reveals 72% of New Zealanders believe brands fail to keep promises, with media firms seen as the worst offenders and financial services ranked best.
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Samsung launches Galaxy Buds3 FE in Australia for AUD $249

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Samsung launches Galaxy Buds3 FE in Australia at AUD $249, featuring Active Noise Cancellation, Galaxy AI integration, and up to 30 hours battery life.
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Lunchonline delivers 3.3 million school lunches in 15 years

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Lunchonline, based in Napier, has delivered over 3.3 million school lunches across New Zealand in 15 years, easing parents' routines and supporting local food providers.
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DigiCo posts strong FY25 results with AUD $99m EBITDA & gains key certification

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DigiCo reports FY25 EBITDA of AUD $99m, outpacing forecasts with strategic certification and growth in Australian and US data centre operations.
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JAZRO Cup 2025 unites rural students in robotics competition

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The JAZRO Cup 2025 united 1,200 students from 143 Malaysian schools, with over 60% rural, in a national robotics and coding competition promoting STEM equality.
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Felix to acquire Nexvia for AUD $12m, raising AUD $16m

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Felix Group is set to acquire Nexvia for AUD $12m and raise AUD $16m to expand its construction software platform and boost growth in ANZ and beyond.
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Gender pay gap drives staff turnover & shrinks talent in Australia

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A new survey reveals Australia’s gender pay gap drives one-third of women to quit, reducing staff motivation and shrinking the talent pool for businesses.
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Ulli Appelbaum’s new book makes brand strategy evidence based

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Brand strategist Ulli Appelbaum’s new book reveals how evidence-based brand associations drive market success, blending neuroscience and marketing science.
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Equal Pay Day highlights gender pay gap & calls for action

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Equal Pay Day spotlights Australia's gender pay gap, with women working 50 more days yearly to match men's earnings, urging urgent workplace reforms.
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AI adoption boosts productivity across New Zealand businesses

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A Datacom survey reveals 88% of New Zealand firms using AI report productivity gains, with adoption rising to 87% overall in 2025 from 48% in 2023.
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Nicole Schmitz wins global award for AI-driven leadership coaching

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Nicole Schmitz, Sydney leadership coach, wins Silver at Stevie Awards for AI-driven coaching empowering female leaders globally across ten countries.