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.
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Avalara unveils AI-based innovations for tax compliance
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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data protection
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cx
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martech
Avalara has unveiled a suite of AI-driven innovations aimed at streamlining tax compliance during its recent CRUSH event in Austin.
Experts urge vigilance against growing digital fraud risks
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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phishing
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physical security
Experts warn that rising digitalisation fuels fraud, with AI aiding cybercriminals, prompting calls for robust security and real-time threat response.
Cloud security critical as AI adoption set to soar in 2025
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
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data governance
Tenable warns that AI adoption could drastically increase cloud data security risks by 2025, urging organisations to bolster their protective measures.
Australia-NZ space research to boost land management
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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smartsat crc
The New Zealand Space Agency and SmartSat CRC unveil four new space research projects to boost environmental and agricultural management across both nations.
Prime Video introduces add-on subscriptions in New Zealand
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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digital entertainment
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amazon
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netflix
Prime Video has launched add-on subscriptions and a new Store in New Zealand, allowing users to personalise their viewing experience across various services.
Vectra AI enhances platform with 40 new Azure detections
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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semiconductors
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Vectra AI has launched an upgraded platform featuring over 40 new behaviour detections to boost security for Microsoft Azure amid rising cyber threats.
Australia, NZ retail workers voice need for security technologies to feel safe
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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motorola solutions
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safety
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mental health
Ahead of the holiday shopping rush, a report reveals one in three retail workers in Australia and New Zealand feel unsafe due to rising crime and understaffing.
HID acquires IXLA to enhance document personalisation tech
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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financial institutions
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hid global
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acquisition
HID has acquired Italian firm IXLA, enhancing its portfolio in secure credential issuance and expanding its reach in European and emerging markets.
Yubico launches YubiKey Bio Series for enhanced security
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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mfa
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cybersecurity
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enterprise security
Yubico has launched its YubiKey Bio Series - Multi-protocol Edition keys, enhancing phishing-resistant authentication for enterprises with biometric logins.
Trustwave & Cybereason announce cybersecurity merger
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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trustwave
Trustwave and Cybereason announce a merger to enhance cybersecurity solutions, with SoftBank as the majority investor, set to close in early 2025.
Hitachi Vantara launches new data solutions for AI needs
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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storage
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dr
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hybrid cloud
Hitachi Vantara has launched innovative solutions in its Virtual Storage Platform One, targeting the challenges of AI and analytics workloads management.
LocalStack raises USD $25m to revolutionise cloud dev
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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virtualisation
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devops
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multi-cloud
LocalStack secures USD $25 million in Series A funding to enhance its platform, enabling developers to optimise their cloud computing environments.
Exclusive: Farm Focus CEO highlights tech-driven transformation in farming
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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agricultural technology
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digital transformation
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cx
As farmers face growing challenges, Farm Focus is embracing technology to lead a transformation in financial management for New Zealand's agricultural sector.
Titans of Tech - James Saxton of Dayforce
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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hcm
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partner programmes
James Saxton, VP of Products at Dayforce, is steering innovation and growth in the APJ region, with ambitions to reach USD $2 billion by next year.
VeVe unveils Evolvables, revolutionising digital collectibles
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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star wars
VeVe is set to revolutionise the collectibles market with its Evolvables model, allowing digital items to transform and evolve from 30 November.
Logicalis launches Cisco MXDR as first global partner
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Logicalis becomes the first global Cisco partner to launch Managed Cisco Extended Detection and Response, enhancing its Intelligent Security portfolio.
WatchGuard wins TrustRadius awards for cybersecurity
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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network security
WatchGuard Technologies has secured TrustRadius's Buyer's Choice and Top Rated Awards, highlighting its top-rated cybersecurity products among users.
Canadian & Turkish authorities arrest cybercriminal duo
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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saas
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ransomware
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cloud security
Canadian and Turkish authorities have arrested two cybercriminals linked to a global campaign that compromised data from over 100 organisations.
NICE launches AI-powered CXone Mpower SmartSpeak tool
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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uc
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cx
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martech
NICE has launched CXone Mpower SmartSpeak, an AI-driven solution aiming to eliminate language barriers and enhance global communication.
Bitcoin reaches a new all-time high, surpassing USD $75k
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
Bitcoin has surged past USD $75,000, achieving a new all-time high as economic shifts and the launch of Spot Bitcoin ETFs drive its remarkable growth.