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 8
Genetec launches Cloudrunner Mobile to boost field vehicle data
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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encryption
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data privacy
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law enforcement
Genetec launches Cloudrunner Mobile app, offering law enforcement real-time vehicle data and alerts to boost field investigation efficiency and safety.
Locate Technologies debuts on NZX with Bitcoin-led treasury shift
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
Locate Technologies is the first New Zealand-listed firm to adopt Bitcoin as its main treasury asset after moving from the ASX to the NZX for a more supportive market.
Ericsson & Spiideo launch mobile video for remote sports venues
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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digital entertainment
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ericsson
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streaming
Ericsson, Spiideo, and Westbase.io launch a portable SmartCam with mobile streaming, enabling high-quality sports broadcasts from remote or temporary venues without fixed internet.
Norton launches Neo AI browser with expanded privacy features
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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genai
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ai
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cybersecurity
Norton has launched Neo, an AI-native browser with strong privacy and security features, now freely available on MacOS and Windows worldwide including New Zealand.
Enterprises to face major security & connectivity shifts by 2026
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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advanced persistent threat protection
By 2026, enterprises must prioritise security, adopt Network-as-a-Service, and navigate data sovereignty to safeguard connectivity and business value globally.
Akamai & Zuplo partner to enhance AccuWeather API delivery
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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edge computing
Akamai and Zuplo have teamed up to enhance AccuWeather's API delivery, speeding access and boosting reliability of weather data worldwide.
Brightcove unveils AI-driven upgrades to boost live video reach
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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digital entertainment
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video solutions
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brightcove
Brightcove launches seven AI-driven features, enhancing live video quality, translation in 50+ languages, and engagement for 150 trialling customers.
Gradium secures USD $70 million to launch AI voice platform
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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llms
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ai
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customer service
Paris-based Gradium raises USD $70 million to launch an AI voice platform offering expressive, low-latency, multilingual voice interactions for enterprises and developers.
Brightcove unveils AI translation, metadata & live video tools
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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martech
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ai
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brightcove
Brightcove launches AI-driven translation, metadata and live-stream tools to boost video localisation, captioning, and 4K streaming quality.
Stack Overflow unveils AI Assist, merging community & AI advice
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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genai
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llms
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ai
Stack Overflow launches AI Assist, blending community-verified answers with AI to enhance developer support and ensure accuracy in technical guidance.
Akamai acquires Fermyon to boost serverless edge computing
Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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edge computing
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ai
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software development
Akamai has acquired Fermyon to enhance its serverless edge computing, enabling faster, cost-efficient cloud-native app deployment closer to users.
Rubrik boosts Amazon Bedrock security with AI agent monitoring
Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
Rubrik launches Agent Cloud for Amazon Bedrock, enhancing AI agent security with monitoring, policy enforcement, and error rollback features for enterprises.
Singapore launches pilot for flexible executive hiring to boost productivity
Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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productivity
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smb
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leadership
Singapore launches a government-backed pilot to boost productivity by pairing firms with flexible, fractional executive hires for short-term leadership roles.
Gallagher wins supreme honours as export growth tops 32 percent
Mon, 1st Dec 2025
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agricultural technology
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critical infrastructure
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national security
Gallagher wins Supreme Award at NZ International Business Awards, boasting 32% export growth and aiming for NZD $1 billion global revenue soon.
Hands-on Review: Apple Watch SE 3 the sleek, stylish and irresistible option
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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wearables
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displays
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apple
The Apple Watch SE 3 in Starlight offers a sleek, stylish design and essential features that enhance daily health, connectivity, and safety with ease and comfort.
Hands-on Review: Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES headset
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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hybrid & remote work
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clean technologies
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logitech
The Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES headset offers lightweight comfort, adaptive noise cancellation and clear mics, ideal for interviews and long workdays.
Exclusive: JAVLN CEO outlines next-gen insurance platform
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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ai
JAVLN targets APAC growth with its cloud-based insurance software, integrating AI and enhancing security for smarter, faster advisory services.
Exclusive: Honeywell's Dean Park on expanding data centre solutions in APAC
Thu, 27th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Honeywell partners with South Korea's LS Electric to develop AI-powered solutions enhancing energy efficiency and reliability in Asian data centres.
Senetas & Nokia form alliance for quantum-resistant security
Thu, 27th Nov 2025
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socs
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telcos
Senetas and Nokia join forces to deliver quantum-resistant encryption for defence and government networks, enhancing security across critical mission environments.
ANZ small businesses show strong confidence despite AI concerns
Thu, 27th Nov 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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marketing
Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand report high confidence ahead of the holidays, despite financial pressures and concerns over AI in marketing.