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 22
FranConnect launches Frannie AI suite in Australian market
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
FranConnect has unveiled Frannie AI in Australia, a suite of AI agents designed to automate key operations for franchises and multi-location businesses.
Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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spacetech
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customers
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connectivity
Optus is fast-tracking its 5G rollout in regional Australia by partnering with TPG Telecom, promising improved connectivity and service for customers.
BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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business continuity
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backbox
BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform and reported record profits in 2024, marking a historic financial success for the firm.
IT leaders prioritise cybersecurity & data management
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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iot
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A new report reveals that over half of IT leaders prioritise enhancing cybersecurity as their top concern for 2025, amid budget constraints and integration challenges.
BackBox launches new platform for network resilience in 2024
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform in 2024, aimed at enhancing network infrastructure recoverability after a record-breaking year.
AI demands spike boosts growth at Linten Technologies
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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llms
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skills gap
As Linten Technologies marks its 25th anniversary, the firm sees rising demand for AI education as businesses seek to navigate the evolving landscape of technology.
Thales & Eyedea team up to enhance AI software security
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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surveillance
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ai
Thales has partnered with Eyedea to enhance the security of AI software, leveraging the Thales Sentinel platform for robust protection of intellectual property.
Trellix partners with NEXTGEN to boost cybersecurity in ANZ
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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digital transformation
Trellix has entered a distribution agreement with NEXTGEN to enhance its cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, boosting operational resilience.
Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.
Unit4 study shows crucial role of CFOs in AI adoption
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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risk & compliance
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erp
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ai
Unit4's new IDC study highlights how CFOs are essential in integrating AI technology within businesses, facing challenges like compliance and excessive reporting.
Aiimi Insight Engine now available on Azure Marketplace
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data analytics
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cartech
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microsoft
British AI firm Aiimi has launched its Aiimi Insight Engine on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, enhancing global workplaces' data management capabilities.
SuperOps raises USD $25m to expand AI platform globally
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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saas
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edr
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ai
SuperOps has raised USD $25 million to enhance its AI platform and boost global growth, aiming to transform IT operations for businesses worldwide.
Okta partners with McLaren Racing to boost digital security
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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okta
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identity solutions
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digital infrastructure
Okta has teamed up with McLaren Racing in a multi-year partnership from 2025, enhancing digital security for the team's global fans and stakeholders.
Browser syncjacking exposes risks in Chrome extensions
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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phishing
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email security
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casb
SquareX has unveiled a concerning new attack method called browser syncjacking, which leverages malicious extensions to gain complete control over users' devices.
IoT professional services market set to reach USD $56bn
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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edge computing
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iot
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partner programmes
New analysis from IoT Analytics reveals the global IoT professional services market reached USD $56 billion in 2024, growing 46% in three years.
Remote goods fraud to rise, eCommerce losses to hit $10B
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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biometrics
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cx
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martech
A study by Juniper Research predicts a global 18% rise in remote physical goods fraud by 2025, with losses reaching USD $10 billion, driven by advanced tactics.
AI, wearables & telehealth to transform healthcare by 2025
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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ai
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healthtech
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telehealth
By 2025, healthcare is set for a transformative shift, emphasising AI-driven personalised treatment, advanced wearables, and enhanced telehealth solutions.
SME confidence plummets as Vistage names new director
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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leadership
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entrepreneurship
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sme
Vistage's latest SME Confidence Index reveals a stark decline in economic optimism, dropping from 107.1 to 91.4, as 69% of SMEs report worsening conditions.
Experts warn of security risks as DeepSeek limits new sign-ups
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Cybersecurity experts are sounding alarms over security vulnerabilities in DeepSeek's AI platform as the startup restricts new sign-ups amid malicious attacks.
Tenable to acquire Vulcan Cyber for USD $147 million
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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cloud security
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Tenable has confirmed its acquisition of Vulcan Cyber for an estimated USD $147 million, enhancing its Exposure Management platform with advanced capabilities.