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 49
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.
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.
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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wearables
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ai
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healthtech
By 2025, healthcare is set for a transformative shift, emphasising AI-driven personalised treatment, advanced wearables, and enhanced telehealth solutions.
Experts warn of security risks as DeepSeek limits new sign-ups
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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data privacy
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ai
Cybersecurity experts are sounding alarms over security vulnerabilities in DeepSeek's AI platform as the startup restricts new sign-ups amid malicious attacks.
Dynatrace enhances AI observability for better insights
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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ai security
Dynatrace has unveiled enhanced AI observability capabilities, designed to optimise performance and compliance for businesses as AI technology spending surges.
Blackpearl Group posts $11.1m ARR in Q3 report
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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cx
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martech
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customer engagement
Blackpearl Group has reported a substantial increase in Annual Recurring Revenue, reaching NZD $11.1 million by December 2024, amidst strategic innovations.
Data security concerns rise among social commerce users
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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soti
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data security
A new SOTI report highlights rising consumer concerns over data security in social commerce, as 54% would avoid retailers using AI to track purchases.
TeamViewer expands in Australia with NEXTGEN partnership
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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digitalisation
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channel ecosystem
TeamViewer has partnered with NEXTGEN Connect to broaden its enterprise focus and boost its channel ecosystem in Australia, enhancing local digital solutions.
Enterprises consider alternatives as Oracle Java costs rise
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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devops
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apm
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open source
A recent report reveals that 88% of enterprises are considering alternatives to Oracle Java as costs and licensing concerns rise, up from 72% last year.
Semperis & iC Consult expand partnership to UK market
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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dr
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Semperis and iC Consult are expanding their partnership into the UK, aiming to enhance operational resilience against identity security threats for businesses.
Exclusive: Tanium's Matt Quinn on automating endpoint management
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Matt Quinn, Chief Technology Officer at Tanium, champions the transformative potential of autonomous endpoint management, promising efficiency and cost savings for IT teams.
Exclusive: Phase One Ventures share tips on Kiwi startups navigating the US market
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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uc
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physical security
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collaboration
Mahesh Muralidhar, founder of Phase One Ventures, shares insights for Kiwi startups eyeing the US market, highlighting the unique resilience of New Zealand entrepreneurs.
Amber Technology partners with Rycote for ANZ distribution
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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film
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broadcasting
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distributors
Amber Technology has partnered with Rycote to distribute its premium microphone windshields and suspension systems across Australia and New Zealand.
AI operationalisation challenges explored in new report
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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genai
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ai
Thoughtworks has unveiled its fifth Looking Glass report, emphasising AI's integration challenges and the urgent need for businesses to modernise data practices.
Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
A Rapid7 analysis reveals a surge in ransomware activity in 2024, with 75 active groups and a median ransom of USD $200,000, highlighting escalating threats.
Gallagher Security Asia wins two major ESG awards 2024
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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dei
Gallagher Security Asia has secured top honours at the Greater Bay Area ESG Achievement Awards 2024, recognising its dedication to sustainability and ESG principles.
Alibaba Cloud leads 2024 Magic Quadrant for 5th year
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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encryption
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fintech
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genai
Alibaba Cloud has been named a Leader for the fifth consecutive year in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud Database Management Systems.
Schneider Electric tops sustainability index for 2025
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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power / energy
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clean technologies
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schneider electric
Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025, becoming the first to achieve this prestigious title twice, according to Corporate Knights.