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 75
The importance of collaborating AI with human expertise
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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AI is reshaping cybersecurity, by spotlighting the powerful synergy between advanced tech and human expertise in thwarting cyber threats.
Splunk utilises AI tools for tighter security, observability
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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The new tools reduce the expertise required for problem-solving, making troubleshooting and data exploration more accessible and efficient.
Channel partnerships thrive with Cisco's Splunk acquisition
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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data analytics
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The Cisco-Splunk connection promises to enhance digital resilience, offering advanced AI solutions while prioritising data security and customer experience.
Intercom selects Fivetran to modernise data stack for growth
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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martech
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cdp
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cloud services
Intercom partners with Fivetran to upgrade its data infrastructure, resolving prior issues with data loss and quality, aiming to enhance decision-making.
New survey reveals challenges facing business travel in 2024
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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clean technologies
SAP Concur's survey reveals key business travel challenges for 2024 include disruption, safety, sustainability, and unequal opportunities.
Colt DCS reduces emissions by 40% in sustainability push
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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dei
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digital economy
Colt Data Centre Services has cut global greenhouse gas emissions by 40% since 2019, keeping on track for its 1.5°C 2030 targets.
Government urges all data centres to use renewable energy
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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supply chain
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power / energy
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clean technologies
Government officials are calling for renewable energy use for data centres, highlighting support for New Zealand's Net Zero 2050 goals.
Tata Communications launches SASE for global enterprises
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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network infrastructure
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sdn
Tata Communications has launched a unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) for global enterprises, offering enhanced security, performance, and cost savings.
Tata Communications lands five-year World Athletics contract
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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broadcasting
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tata
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contracts
Tata Communications has secured a five-year deal to provide global host broadcasting services for World Athletics Series events.
Kingston's XS1000 wins 2024 Red Dot Design Award
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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storage
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kingston technology
Kingston's XS1000 External SSD has scored the 2024 Red Dot Design Award, celebrating its sleek and portable design.
Tessell named future leader in Redpoint's InfraRed 100 report
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Tessell has been honoured in the 2024 InfraRed 100 report by Redpoint Ventures, recognising it as a future leader in cloud infrastructure.
Harte Hanks launches new Demand Generation service for SMEs
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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cartech
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sony
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marketing
Harte Hanks has unveiled Demand Generation In a Box, a comprehensive service aimed at helping SMEs enhance brand interest and drive lead generation efficiently.
AttackIQ and Trium Cyber partner to grow security solutions
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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AttackIQ has partnered with Trium Cyber to provide policyholders with AttackIQ Flex, aiming to boost cybersecurity maturity and mitigate risks.
Mentor Group unveils VR tool to boost sales training
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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education, learning & training
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headsets
Mentor Group has launched a VR training tool that boosts sales skill retention by 75%, offering immersive, customisable scenarios via wearable headsets.
Inside the day-to-day challenges of Splunk's CISO Jason Lee
Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
Splunk's CISO Jason Lee has discussed the dynamic nature of his role, the importance of using Splunk's own products, and tackling cybersecurity threats.
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Williams AV launches Digi-Loop 104 hearing loop amplifier
Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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cx
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martech
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apm
Williams AV has launched the Digi-Loop 104, a cost-effective, easy-to-install hearing loop amplifier, enhancing accessibility for the hearing impaired.
NZ Government urged to lead in tackling cyber challenges
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Splunk's VP is urging the New Zealand Government to establish consistent standards and centralised investment to avoid evolving cyber threats.
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Revealed: Splunk's latest game-changer in data tech
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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data analytics
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Splunk has announced the use of advanced data management tools to boost unified enterprise visibility and aid IT operations.
$400b loss for 2,000 firms after 'unavoidable' cyber attacks
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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genai
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Thousands of global firms face a staggering annual loss of USD $400 billion due to unplanned downtime, revealed in a Splunk report.
Exclusive: DigiCert's CEO emphasises quantum readiness
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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fintech
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quantum computing
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genai
DigiCert CEO Amit Sinha emphasised digital trust's pivotal role in cybersecurity, stressing the need for quantum readiness and AI advancements.