About Melania
Melania Watson
Interview Editor
Melania Watson is our Interview Editor for the TechDay editorial team. Starting her journalism career with Newshub as a Digital Reporter and Producer, she has a keen interest in technology, communication, and current affairs. Melania takes pride in conducting professional and in-depth interviews, which assist her in producing exclusive content that resonates with TechDay’s audience.
Stories by Melania - Page 10
Swyftx acquires Caleb & Brown to target wealthy US investors
Last month
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crypto
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defi
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easy crypto
Swyftx is acquiring US crypto brokerage Caleb & Brown to target wealthy investors, marking the largest crypto acquisition in Australasian history.
Exclusive: Qualys' Sam Salehi explains why ANZ firms are turning to risk platforms
Last month
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cloud security
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ai
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cybersecurity
Qualys' ANZ MD Sam Salehi says firms in Australia and New Zealand are adopting risk platforms amid a cybersecurity skills crisis and evolving threats.
Exetel launches single broadband plan at AUD $80 for 500 Mbps
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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uc
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hfc
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superloop
Exetel launches single AUD $80 broadband plan offering 500 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with no promos or price hikes for FTTP and HFC users.
HCLTech partners with OpenAI to drive enterprise AI adoption
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
HCLTech partners with OpenAI to integrate generative AI into its platforms, aiding enterprises in sectors like finance and healthcare to adopt AI at scale securely.
KnowBe4 launches free self-assessment to boost security culture
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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phishing
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email security
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risk & compliance
KnowBe4 has launched a free self-assessment tool to help organisations strengthen their security culture by focusing on human risk management and behaviour.
Semperis warns nOAuth flaw in Entra ID risks SaaS accounts
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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zero trust security
Semperis warns a flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID allows attackers to hijack SaaS accounts easily, with many apps still vulnerable over a year later.
Dell launches new laptop range focusing on power & design
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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network infrastructure
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clean technologies
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agentic ai
Dell launches Dell 16 Premium and Dell 14 Premium laptops, featuring Intel Core Ultra processors, OLED screens, and up to 27 hours battery life for creators and students.
Celonis named global process mining leader by Everest Group assessment
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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crm
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Celonis has been named a Leader in process mining by Everest Group for the sixth year running, praised for AI innovations and strong market impact globally.
Kraken unveils Krak global app with phased Australian rollout ahead
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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crypto
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payment technologies
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peer-to-peer payments
Kraken has launched its Krak app, a global money management platform for crypto and fiat assets, with a phased rollout planned for Australia soon.
Exclusive: Inside Singapore’s AI push with Temus’ Matt Johnson
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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llms
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ai
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ai models
Matt Johnson of Temus highlights Singapore's AI success lies in strategic, cautious deployment and real-world learning, beyond mere prompting hype.
Exclusive: BPC and HP deliver flexible IT support to growing firms
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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daas
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hcm
BPC and HP partner to offer flexible IT support and finance solutions, helping SMEs manage tech challenges and plan growth amid evolving market demands.
Exclusive: Lightspeed on why tech and AI are 'key' to hospitality’s future
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
Lightspeed's Asia-Pacific MD Nicole Buisson says AI and smarter tech are vital for Aussie hospitality to tackle inflation, labour costs and changing consumer habits.
Exclusive: How Cloudera’s AI platform targets faster life-saving decisions
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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data privacy
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llms
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ai
Cloudera expands its hybrid data platform with AI tools to aid real-time crisis decisions, boosting disaster response and Australia's climate resilience.
Exclusive: Chris Donato on Zendesk’s AI shift in CX strategy
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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saas
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cx
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martech
Exclusive: Zendesk's Chris Donato says AI now drives customer loyalty, urging firms to adopt 'human-centric AI' or risk falling behind in CX.
Organisations lag in AI policies & skills as workplace use surges
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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ai security
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risk & compliance
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genai
A global survey reveals 81% of staff use AI at work but only 28% of firms have formal AI policies, highlighting a critical gap in skills and risk management.
Avast launches free AI scam protection in antivirus for NZ users
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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endpoint protection
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phishing
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email security
Avast adds free AI-driven Scam Guardian to its antivirus for New Zealand users, boosting protection against rising, sophisticated online scams globally.
AVEVA’s 2024 report details software’s role in emission cuts
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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it in manufacturing
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digital transformation
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power / energy
AVEVA’s 2024 Sustainability Report highlights a 93% cut in emissions and details software’s key role in helping industries reduce their environmental impact.
JAGGAER unveils JAI AI platform to transform procurement tasks
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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rpa
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supply chain
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genai
JAGGAER launches JAI, an AI platform enhancing procurement with human-guided orchestration for smarter, integrated task management and decision support.
AI drives digital transformation as life sciences face labour gaps
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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devops
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digital transformation
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supply chain
Life sciences firms are boosting AI use to tackle skilled labour shortages and regulatory challenges, with 95% adopting smart manufacturing technologies.
Amber Technology to distribute Williams AV Infinium in Australia
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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devices
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distributors
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amber technology
Amber Technology will exclusively distribute the new Williams AV Infinium assistive audio system in Australia, launching July 2025 with Bluetooth Auracast support.