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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.

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ANZ firms ramp up AI agent adoption to stay competitive in 2025

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Australian and New Zealand firms are rapidly expanding AI agent investments, with 91% deeming it vital for staying competitive, says Cloudera survey.
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Celonis ranked leader again in 2025 Gartner process mining report

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Celonis leads Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Process Mining Platforms, excelling in execution and vision for the third consecutive year.
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SandboxAQ launches AQtive Guard to secure AI agent identities

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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SandboxAQ launches AQtive Guard to protect AI agents' cryptographic assets in enterprises, integrating with CrowdStrike and Palo Alto for enhanced security.
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GitLab unveils AI-driven DevSecOps integration with Amazon Q

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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GitLab has launched GitLab Duo with Amazon Q for Ultimate self-managed users on AWS, integrating AI to accelerate and secure software development workflows.
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Exclusive: Abhas Ricky on how Cloudera is powering the AI revolution

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Cloudera's CSO, Abhas Ricky, highlights AI's shift from labs to enterprise with hybrid AI solutions powering faster, secure, on-prem deployments and innovation.
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AI-powered scams surge online as Microsoft blocks USD $4bn

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Microsoft's report reveals a surge in AI-powered scams, blocking USD $4bn in fraud and detecting 1.6 million bot signups per hour online.
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Enterprise IoT systems now track 166,000 assets daily

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Large enterprises now track over 166,000 assets daily using IoT, evolving from simple location tracking to integrated systems monitoring multiple attributes.
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Auctane streamlines billing with expanded BillingPlatform use

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Auctane is expanding its use of BillingPlatform to streamline billing and financial reporting across its growing suite of shipping products worldwide.
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Forrester names Dynatrace top in AIOps platforms for 2025

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Forrester has highlighted Dynatrace as a leader in AIOps, recognising its Davis AI engine for exceptional root cause analysis and automated remediation features.
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OutSystems to host AI-focused ONE Conference for global experts

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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OutSystems has revealed plans for its ONE Conference 2025, aiming to unite global experts on AI-driven software development advancements.
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Twilio finds RCS adoption rising among mobile industry pros

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Research from Twilio reveals that nearly half of mobile professionals have adopted Rich Communication Services, with 60% citing its positive impact on customer communications.
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Finalists for 2025 AfricaTech Awards announced

Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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The 2025 AfricaTech Awards have unveiled 45 finalist startups from diverse sectors, celebrating innovation and impact in Africa's tech landscape.
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Illumio unveils AI-powered cloud detection & response tool

Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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Illumio has unveiled Illumio Insights, a new cloud detection and response tool enhanced by AI, designed to improve threat detection across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
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Launch of Make AI Agents enhances no-code automation

Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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Make has unveiled Make AI Agents, a beta feature enhancing no-code automation with real-time decision-making, used by over 200,000 businesses globally.
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Amber Technology expands DPA Microphones partnership to NZ

Mon, 14th Apr 2025
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Amber Technology has broadened its distribution partnership with DPA Microphones to include New Zealand, enhancing access to high-quality audio solutions.
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Avalara enhances global trade with new compliance tools

Mon, 14th Apr 2025
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Avalara has launched innovative cross-border tools to aid businesses in navigating rising tariffs and complex international trade regulations.
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CyberArk & Accenture integrate AI Refinery for security

Mon, 14th Apr 2025
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CyberArk and Accenture are teaming up to boost identity security for AI agents, aiming to tackle emerging cybersecurity challenges in enterprise environments.
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Cloudflare boosts AI tools with Outerbase acquisition

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Cloudflare has acquired Outerbase to enhance developer tools for its Workers platform, streamlining the creation of AI-driven applications for all skill levels.
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Cloudflare enhances AI development with new MCP server

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Cloudflare has launched new AI and developer tools, including a remote Model Context Protocol server, to streamline the development of AI agents.
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Cloudflare launches Realtime suite for AI app development

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Cloudflare has unveiled Cloudflare Realtime, a new suite aimed at simplifying the development of real-time audio, video, and AI applications for developers.