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 70
Exclusive: Docusign's Rebecca Denman on revolutionising the SaaS landscape
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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productivity
Docusign's VP Rebecca Denman reveals the firm's game-changing Intelligent Agreement Management platform, set to revolutionise SaaS and agreement processes.
Exclusive: SAS CTO discusses generative models, global reach
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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supply chain
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genai
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ai
SAS CTO Bryan Harris details their billion-dollar investments in AI, advancements in generative models, and significant global industry impacts.
Crypto market plummets 20% amid global financial downturn
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
The cryptocurrency market plummets nearly 20%, dropping to USD $1.76 trillion, as Bitcoin and Ethereum face double-digit declines.
The 'crucial' impact AI is having in New Zealand's classrooms
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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edutech
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ai
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education, learning & training
Ministry of Education's Ellen MacGregor- Reid has revealed the profound impact AI is having on New Zealand's education.
Tenable launches new features to boost vulnerability management
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Tenable has launched Vulnerability Intelligence and Exposure Response, aiming to revolutionise the USD $16 billion vulnerability management sector.
Study finds employee use of GenAI apps poses privacy risks
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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agentic ai
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copilots
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software engineering
Employees' widespread use of GenAI apps poses privacy risks as 30.8% of these tools train on customer data, a new study by Harmonic Security reveals.
AgileHRO launches Payroll Run & Smart Contracts features
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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hcm
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docusign
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smart contracts
AgileHRO launches Payroll Run and Smart Contracts features, aiming to automate payroll and onboarding processes, reducing errors and increasing efficiency.
Rapid7 launches Command Platform for security management
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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casb
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shadow it
Rapid7 has launched Command Platform, integrating security data for comprehensive threat monitoring and management.
Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 both fun and reliable
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Samsung's new and impressive Galaxy Z Flip 6 combines nostalgic flip phone charm with the cutting-edge technology you could once only dream of having.
Westcon sees significant growth in revenue for FY2024
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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network infrastructure
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ai
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cloud services
Westcon reports robust FY2024 financials with significant revenue growth driven by strategic investments in cloud services and cybersecurity solutions.
Exclusive: SS&C Blue Prism's CMO discusses role of automation in business growth
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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robots
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ai
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healthtech
SS&C Blue Prism's CMO, Paul Taylor, reveals how automation and AI are driving business growth, efficiency, and innovation in an exclusive interview.
OpenAI supports key senate bills shaping AI regulation
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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ai models
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openai
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chatgpt
OpenAI has endorsed three key Senate bills, including the Future of AI Innovation Act, positioning itself as a major player in US AI regulation debates.
Exclusive: Rimini Street's CTO on AI, future of ERP systems
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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martech
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partner programmes
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cdp
Rimini Street's CTO Eric Helmer has discussed how AI is reshaping ERP systems, addressing high vendor fees, and enhancing customer support.
Radware unveils EPIC-AI: A move to boost cybersecurity
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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cx
Radware has unveiled EPIC-AI, a pioneering AI-driven security system, enhancing real-time threat detection, mitigation, and automated protection.
WatchGuard adds key executives to bolster global leadership
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies has grown its leadership with three new senior hires, enhancing sales and marketing capabilities with industry veterans.
Exclusive: Andiron speaks on it's movement making approach
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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strategy
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leadership
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ethics
Andiron marks its 10th year of elevating client visibility through disruptive communications, aiding purpose-driven tech firms with unique strategies.
Exclusive: UiPath's Ed Challis on AI adoption, future strategies
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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cx
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martech
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genai
UiPath's Ed Challis reveals how the company is driving AI adoption, tackling challenges, and shaping future strategies to integrate AI into diverse businesses.
Austroads & MATTR partner to enhance digital trust service
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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iam
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cybersecurity
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dts
Austroads has teamed with MATTR to launch a Digital Trust Service, ushering secure and verifiable Mobile Drivers Licences in Australia.
Okta commits $50 million to support global digital challenges
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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iam
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cybersecurity
Okta commits USD $50 million to tackle cybersecurity, digital equity, and climate action via its Okta for Good initiative.
University of Canterbury adopts Workday for digital overhaul
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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edutech
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uc
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digital transformation
The University of Canterbury will scrap its Oracle system in favour of Workday to centralise data and enhance operations as part of a major digital overhaul.