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 64
Exclusive: Seagate's Jeff Park on AI, data growth, and the future of storage
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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edge computing
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power / energy
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ai
Seagate's Jeff Park warns that AI-driven data demands will double by 2028, challenging firms to rethink storage solutions amid escalating needs.
Huawei executive forecasts AI-driven 5G network growth
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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digital twins
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ai
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agentic ai
Huawei's Li Peng predicts that artificial intelligence will revolutionise 5G networks, driving data usage and unlocking significant revenue growth.
Huawei launches solutions for industrial transformation
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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collaboration
Huawei has launched 83 global showcases for industrial transformation, unveiling solutions designed to enhance AI integration across various sectors.
Huawei Cloud unveils AI-native solutions for global growth
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Huawei Cloud has launched innovative services aimed at accelerating the transition to AI-native architectures, marking significant growth and industry leadership.
Exclusive: Cyber threats escalate as Australian organisations face sophisticated attacks
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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ransomware
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crypto
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blockchain
Australian organisations face escalating cyber threats as ransomware groups adopt advanced tactics previously seen only in state-sponsored attacks.
Exclusive: HID discusses shift towards digital and AI-driven solutions
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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surveillance
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digital transformation
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biometrics
The security sector in Australia and New Zealand is rapidly shifting towards digital solutions, with HID's Steve Katanas highlighting the role of AI and mobile credentials.
Huawei unveils AI-centric network for telecom growth
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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edutech
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uc
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network infrastructure
Huawei has launched its AI-Centric Network solution, aiming to help telecom carriers exploit AI advancements for enhanced connectivity and innovative business models.
Huawei explores 5G & AI tech integration at MWC 2025
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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ai
Huawei is showcasing its AI and 5G integration solutions at MWC Barcelona 2025, aiming to enhance carrier services and drive new business growth globally.
Exclusive: Aryaka redefining SASE with a unified, AI-driven approach
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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casb
Aryaka's CEO Shailesh Shukla has outlined the company's vision for Unified SASE as a Service, harnessing AI to enhance networking and security.
Exclusive: How Babeltext is transforming voter engagement in Australia
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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hyperscale
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elections
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qr code
Babeltext is revolutionising voter engagement in Australia by providing multilingual communication, ensuring voters understand policies in their preferred languages.
Exclusive: SquareX aims to redefine cybersecurity with browser security
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
SquareX, a new cybersecurity firm, aims to enhance browser security - addressing a critical vulnerability in the evolving digital work landscape.
Cybercriminals adapt strategies to evade stronger defences
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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email security
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cybersecurity
A recent report by Arctic Wolf reveals cybercriminals are evolving their tactics, with 96% of ransomware cases now involving data theft to maximise ransom pressure.
Australia ranks fourth in global cybersecurity attack list
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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iot security
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
Australia has climbed to fourth place globally for cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, as a report reveals a surge in diverse threats targeting various sectors.
Microsoft & Snowflake expand partnership with OpenAI
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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uc
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martech
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cdp
Snowflake has expanded its collaboration with Microsoft, integrating OpenAI's models into its Cortex AI platform, enhancing AI capabilities for businesses.
Extreme Networks to launch AI-driven platform for MSPs
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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uc
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Extreme Networks is launching its Extreme Platform ONE for Managed Service Providers, promising enhanced flexibility and cost efficiency starting 31 March 2025.
Amazon launches Alexa+ with enhanced AI capabilities
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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smart home
Amazon has launched Alexa+, an advanced AI assistant promising enhanced conversational abilities and seamless integration with various services and devices.
Akamai launches Managed Container Service for low latency
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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storage
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digital transformation
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edge computing
Akamai Technologies has unveiled a Managed Container Service, enhancing user experiences by running workloads closer to users across over 700 cities.
Rapid7 enhances platform with AI-driven threat detection
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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cloud security
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ai
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cybersecurity
Rapid7 has unveiled enhancements to its Command Platform, leveraging AI for improved threat detection and remediation in multi-cloud environments.
Veeam to enhance data resilience with Microsoft AI
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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virtualisation
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Veeam has announced an enhanced partnership with Microsoft, integrating AI solutions to improve data resilience and threat detection for its clients.
SevenRooms launches text marketing for Aussie hospitality
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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cdp
SevenRooms has launched Text Marketing, a service designed to boost engagement for Australian eateries through SMS and WhatsApp, harnessing a 94% open rate.