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.
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Yubico expands YubiKey services to 175 countries globally
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cybersecurity
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Yubico's YubiKey as a Service and delivery models now cover 175 countries, boosting global access to phishing-resistant security solutions for businesses.
Data Army rebrands Proptech Cloud as Intel, broadens scope
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data analytics
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bi
Data Army has rebranded Proptech Cloud as Data Army Intel, expanding beyond property data to offer broader industry insights via Snowflake Marketplace.
HPE & NVIDIA expand AI Factory portfolio with new enterprise tools
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hybrid cloud
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edge computing
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rpa
Hewlett Packard Enterprise expands its AI Factory portfolio with new tools, enhancing AI lifecycle support via deeper NVIDIA integration for enterprises and the public sector.
ANZ startups lead globally in employee equity ownership
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startup ecosystem
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venture capital
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talent retention
ANZ startups lead globally with 51.8% of employees exercising stock options, surpassing US and APAC rates, boosting employee equity ownership trends.
TeamViewer One unifies IT management for hybrid work era
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digital transformation
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mdm
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it automation
TeamViewer launches TeamViewer One, a unified digital workplace platform combining device monitoring, automation, remote access and diagnostics for simplified IT management.
Western Digital unveils new AI-ready storage & open lab upgrade
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storage
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hyperscale
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dc
Western Digital unveils major storage upgrades, including OCCL 2.0 and new systems, to boost AI, machine learning and cloud environment capacity.
Cloud AI drives business efficiency, with adoption set to surge
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robots
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Organisations are increasingly adopting cloud AI solutions to boost efficiency and enhance customer experiences, says Transparency Market Research.
Education Perfect launches live maths progress tool to aid teachers
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education perfect
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worklife
Education Perfect unveils new maths solution to tackle Australia's declining secondary school numeracy, addressing gender gaps and easing teachers' workloads.
Digitalisation could boost NZ SME GDP by NZD $8.6 billion in 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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financial systems
New Zealand SMEs could boost GDP by NZD $8.6bn by 2025 through digitalisation, says report by Xero and NZ Institute of Economic Research.
Peacock Bros barcode tech streamlines food charity warehouse
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mdm
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supply chain & logistics
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personal computing devices
Peacock Bros has introduced automated barcode tech to streamline warehouse work for Australia's top hunger charity amid soaring demand for food aid in Victoria.
Kiwi small firms wary as hopes for budget support remain low
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fintech
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recruitment
Nearly half of New Zealand’s small businesses doubt that the upcoming Government Budget will offer meaningful support, says Prospa NZ survey.
Proofpoint to acquire Hornetsecurity to boost MSP security reach
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Proofpoint has agreed to acquire Hornetsecurity, boosting its AI-driven Microsoft 365 security services for MSPs and SMBs globally by 2025.
Samsung debuts Vision AI TVs and wireless soundbars
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
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samsung
Samsung launches Vision AI TVs with advanced 8K and 4K Neo QLED ranges and upgraded soundbars, tailored for New Zealand's evolving viewing needs.
Samsung introduces AI-powered appliances for Kiwi homes
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smart home
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ai security
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samsung
Samsung launches 2025 AI-powered home appliances in New Zealand, enhancing convenience with smart features, security, and adaptive technology for Kiwis.
USD $6 million raised by Adopt AI to launch agent-driven platform
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rpa
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ai
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software development
Adopt AI has raised USD $6 million in seed funding to launch its platform, enabling apps to offer intelligent agent features through natural language interactions.
Hedra raises major funding boost to expand AI video platform
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digital entertainment
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ai
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ai models
Hedra secures USD $32M Series A funding led by Andreessen Horowitz to boost its AI video platform from creator economy to enterprise marketing.
Flam raises USD $14 million to expand mixed reality for brands
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Flam secures USD $14 million to advance its app-less mixed reality platform, enabling brands like Google and Samsung to enhance consumer engagement worldwide.
Huma acquires Aluna & partners with Eckuity to boost growth
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ai
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healthtech
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telemedicine
Huma acquires US-based Aluna to enhance its digital respiratory care offerings and partners with Eckuity Capital to boost its global healthcare M&A strategy.
Stackpack raises USD $6.3 million to bring AI to vendor management
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martech
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Stackpack has raised USD $6.3 million to enhance its AI platform that simplifies managing third-party vendor complexities for businesses.
Exclusive: Chad Gates on how Pronto Software is embracing the AI evolution
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digital transformation
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martech
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cdp
Pronto Software is focusing on local innovation and AI to enhance agility and security, with Managing Director Chad Gates emphasising trust and digital transformation.