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.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Melania - Page 18
AI & tech integration set to reshape hotels by 2026, says report
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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clean technologies
A new report forecasts AI-driven tech and unified strategies will transform hotel operations by 2026, boosting innovation, sustainability and guest experiences.
Oracle NetSuite unveils AI-driven platform with new SaaS metrics
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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data analytics
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erp
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ai
Oracle NetSuite launches NetSuite Next, an AI-driven ERP platform with new SaaS Subscription Metrics to boost insights and automation for businesses.
Saviynt launches global tour to spotlight AI identity security
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Saviynt launches its UNLOCK global tour across major cities to explore AI-powered identity security and governance in 2025, uniting industry leaders worldwide.
Snowflake to launch New Zealand cloud instance on AWS by 2026
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Snowflake will launch a local cloud instance on AWS's New Zealand region by early 2026, enabling onshore data storage and enhancing compliance with local data rules.
Kiwis lose trust in AI as preference for human service prevails
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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cx
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martech
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data privacy
Only 18% of New Zealanders trust companies' use of AI, with 62% fearing it limits human contact, impacting spending and loyalty in customer service.
OpenAI selects AMD GPUs for massive multi-year AI buildout
Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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genai
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ai
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amd
OpenAI partners with AMD to deploy 6 gigawatts of GPUs from 2026, boosting large-scale AI infrastructure with multi-year technology collaboration.
Avalara launches global AI tools to streamline compliance tasks
Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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erp
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genai
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llms
Avalara has launched global AI tools, including its agent Avi, to speed up compliance and tax tasks within enterprise systems, cutting filing times significantly.
Dynatrace & Crest Data partner to speed AI observability migration
Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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migration
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digital transformation
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erp
Dynatrace partners with Crest Data to help enterprises swiftly migrate from legacy log tools to its AI-powered observability platform, enhancing real-time insights and automation.
Hands-on Review: iPhone 17 in sage green screams luxury and maturity
Mon, 6th Oct 2025
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uc
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5g & beyond
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ai
The iPhone 17 in sage green offers ProMotion display, improved cameras, and solid battery life, making it Apple's most complete standard iPhone to date.
Exclusive: Cloudera warns enterprises of looming AI cost crisis
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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open source
Cloudera intensifies its AI focus, helping enterprises harness data securely while managing costs and risks amid rising regulatory pressure and AI adoption.
Exclusive: Cloudera's Carolyn Duby warns of rising AI-powered cybercrime
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
AI-driven cyberattacks now cost firms on average USD $4 million and 100 days to recover, raising security to a vital business priority worldwide.
Oura launches ceramic smart ring with four colours in Australia
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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noel leeming
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jb hi-fi
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harvey norman
Oura has launched its Ceramic Ring 4 in Australia and New Zealand in four colours, priced at AUD $799, now available at major retailers including Harvey Norman.
Fastly earns seventh consecutive Gartner choice for cloud WAAP
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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firewalls
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Fastly has secured its seventh consecutive Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice award for Cloud WAAP, praised for its Next-Gen WAF by 130 verified reviewers.
New device-free luxury retreat in Tasman urges visitors to 'switch off'
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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food and beverage
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travel
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island
Domu Retreat in Tasman offers a luxury, tech-free wellness stay with Michelin-star chef-prepared meals, premium suites, and stunning coastal views.
Ring unveils new 2K & 4K security cameras with AI in ANZ
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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smart home
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genai
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ai
Ring launches new 2K and 4K security cameras in Australia and New Zealand, featuring AI-powered video descriptions and enhanced low-light imaging.
Exabeam Nova adds peer benchmarking to boost security posture
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
Exabeam Nova now offers peer benchmarking to help CISOs enhance security by anonymously comparing their operations with similar organisations in real time.
Genetec sees global growth in access control & surveillance
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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partner programmes
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physical security
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digital entertainment
Genetec ranks second globally in access control software, leading organic market share growth and topping video surveillance software charts, says Omdia report.
Dynatrace awarded AWS Generative AI Competency for observability
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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hyperscale
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multi-cloud
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ai security
Dynatrace has earned the AWS Generative AI Competency, highlighting its expertise in observability and governance of generative AI apps on AWS platforms.
UiPath unveils new AI automation suite to boost enterprise ROI
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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devops
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rpa
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apm
UiPath launches new AI automation suite with pre-built solutions and orchestration tools to boost enterprise efficiency and ROI in AI transformation.
Avalara launches agentic AI platform to automate tax compliance globally
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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rpa
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llms
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agentic ai
Avalara unveils an AI-powered platform featuring agentic AI that automates tax compliance workflows from start to finish, boosting accuracy and efficiency.