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 26
AI adoption rises but IT leaders still worry about security risks
Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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it automation
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supply chain
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ai security
A survey reveals 90% of IT leaders worry about AI adoption risks, especially security, despite its growing use in billion-dollar firms globally.
Exclusive: Lumify warns AI readiness must catch up to enterprise adoption
Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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data privacy
Amid a surge in digital transformation, ANZ companies are rapidly upskilling staff in cybersecurity and AI, adopting hybrid training to meet evolving tech demands.
NiCE honours EMEA & APAC firms for AI-driven CX excellence
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
NiCE celebrates EMEA and APAC firms for AI-driven customer experience excellence at its 2025 International CX Excellence Awards, spotlighting innovation and impact.
Celonis & Genpact launch app to cut supply chain transport costs
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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supply chain
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erp
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clean technologies
Celonis and Genpact have launched an app to cut supply chain transport costs by improving efficiency, carrier performance, and real-time decision-making.
LG reveals 2025 gram laptops with hybrid AI for portability
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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ai
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stylus
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ssd storage
LG's 2025 gram laptops blend lightweight design with hybrid AI, boosting portability and performance for professionals and students alike.
SYSPRO acquires riteSOFT to boost digital manufacturing suite
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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erp
SYSPRO has acquired riteSOFT to integrate mobile warehouse and time tracking software, enhancing its digital manufacturing suite globally.
Exclusive: Demand in cybersecurity skills surges as ANZ firms ditch complacency
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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phishing
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email security
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risk & compliance
Demand for cybersecurity skills in Australia and New Zealand surges as companies shift from complacency to prioritise staff training amid rising digital threats.
Swyftx acquires Caleb & Brown to target wealthy US investors
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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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
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.