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 27
Cloudflare launches Containers beta for flexible edge computing
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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devops
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edge computing
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apm
Cloudflare launches public beta of Containers, letting developers run versatile, resource-intensive apps securely at the network edge with simple deployment.
HPE & NVIDIA unveil next-gen AI factory solutions for enterprise
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
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ai security
HPE and NVIDIA launch AI factory solutions with next-gen Blackwell GPUs, simplifying AI adoption for enterprises worldwide with scalable, secure infrastructure.
BeyondTrust & AWS partner to boost cloud identity security
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
BeyondTrust and AWS have teamed up in a multi-year deal to enhance cloud identity security, offering integrated solutions for safer hybrid cloud adoption.
SAS Viya named emerging leader in Gartner GenAI market report
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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genai
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data privacy
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llms
SAS Viya has been named an Emerging Leader by Gartner for its generative AI platform, praised for lifecycle management and responsible innovation features.
Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost SOC response & efficiency
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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semiconductors
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rapid7 has launched agentic AI workflows within its MDR services to speed up SOC investigations, enhancing analyst efficiency and threat response accuracy.
Ericsson unveils revamped partner programme for enterprise wireless
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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data analytics
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planning
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partner programmes
Ericsson is revamping its Enterprise Wireless Solutions partner programme, simplifying tiers and boosting earnings, effective from 1 July 2025.
Exclusive: ASUS redefining what sustainability means in the tech sector
Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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clean technologies
ASUS is the first globally to earn a five-star SGS sustainable procurement rating, pioneering eco-friendly innovation in the tech industry.
Exclusive: How Cybersecurity startup Blackveil is targetting AI-driven threats
Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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malware
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mfa
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phishing
New Zealand startup Blackveil tackles AI-driven cyber threats with Blackvault, securing businesses globally by closing critical digital defence gaps and simplifying security.
Exclusive: New Zealand's most connected data centre eyes rapid growth
Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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edge computing
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genai
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ai
Datacentre220, Auckland's most connected data centre with 90 network partners, plans rapid national expansion to meet soaring demand for edge connectivity.
Exclusive: Logistics firms face rising OT cyber threats amid global tensions
Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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ransomware
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cyber attacks on logistics OT systems are rising, risking $500K+ losses as nation states target supply chains for strategic disruption amid global tensions.
Open banking in New Zealand advances with NZD $13.77m spent
Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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fintech
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payments nz
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open data
New Zealand's open banking has advanced with NZD $13.77m spent over six years, delivering API standards adopted by major banks covering 80% of accounts.
New Zealanders switch providers as broadband & power costs rise
Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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uc
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power / energy
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genesis energy
New Zealanders face rising broadband and power costs this winter, prompting a surge in provider switches as households seek to cut bills amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Genetec partners with Sektor to expand security solutions in NZ
Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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physical security
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Genetec has partnered with Sektor to distribute its physical security solutions across New Zealand, including opening a new technology centre in Auckland.
Kore.ai & TeKnowledge partner to deliver scalable AI at enterprise level
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Kore.ai and TeKnowledge have partnered to help enterprises scale AI adoption beyond pilots, enhancing customer service and business operations globally.
Keith Andrews Trucks streamlines onboarding with Nintex automation
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Keith Andrews Trucks has adopted Nintex automation to streamline onboarding, training, and health and safety reporting across New Zealand operations.
Wiise partners with Tasklet to boost warehouse management for SMEs
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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erp
Wiise partners with Tasklet Factory to integrate warehouse management into its ERP platform, enhancing operations for SMEs in Australia and New Zealand.
New Zealand business optimism surges as firms embrace AI gains
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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ai
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productivity
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inflation
Optimism among New Zealand firms hits a peak since 2021, as 45% anticipate growth, boosted by AI-driven productivity and rising customer demand in 2025.
Genetec upgrades Security Center SaaS with new cloud features
Mon, 16th Jun 2025
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saas
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
Genetec upgrades Security Center SaaS with new cloud features, boosting flexibility and enabling seamless hybrid or cloud-native physical security management.
APAC leads with USD $11.3m average AI spend as global gap widens
Mon, 16th Jun 2025
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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cx
Asia Pacific leads global AI investment with an average spend of USD $11.3m, as companies worldwide increase AI budgets by 250%, widening the adoption gap.
Datadog launches enhanced log tools for cost & compliance needs
Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Datadog unveils enhanced log management tools helping firms cut costs and meet strict compliance, including long-term retention and local data storage options.