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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ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus earns ITIL certification
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus has secured ITIL certification for 14 IT service management practices, achieving Silver-tier status in PeopleCert's ATV programme.
Adobe launches Photoshop app for iPhone, Android soon
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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graphics
Adobe has launched its Photoshop app for iPhone, enhancing mobile editing with AI tools; an Android version is set to follow later this year.
Australian IT leaders struggle to identify scam emails
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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email security
A recent study reveals that many Australian IT leaders struggle to distinguish between legitimate and phishing emails, despite rising data breaches.
Titan of Tech - Shane Madz of BitTitan
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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google
Shane Madz, APAC Sales Director at BitTitan, is revolutionising cloud migration in Asia-Pacific with innovative solutions and strategic leadership.
Social media dominates Australia's digital landscape in 2025
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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facebook
A new report reveals almost 78% of Australians use social media for brand discovery, driving a 12% rise in advertising spend to USD $4.26 billion.
New Relic unveils AI innovations to boost business agility
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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multi-cloud
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digital entertainment
New Relic has unveiled innovative AI enhancements to its Intelligent Observability offerings, aiming to elevate business and IT operations for enterprises worldwide.
Exclusive: David Nuti reveals how Extreme Networks is driving AI-powered security innovation
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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David Nuti of Extreme Networks discusses how AI is reshaping cybersecurity, streamlining security strategies for businesses amid growing digital threats.
Backbase partners with MeaWallet to boost digital payments
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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Backbase has teamed up with MeaWallet to boost digital payment services in Australia and New Zealand, aiming for enhanced security and faster deployment.
New cyber threats target MacOS with FrigidStealer malware
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
Proofpoint has identified two new cybercriminal groups, TA2726 and TA2727, engaging in web inject campaigns and distributing new malware targeting MacOS users.
Emerging multimedia Bitcoin scams use deceptive MMS videos
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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identity theft
A study by Proofpoint reveals a rise in Bitcoin scams utilising video attachments in multimedia messages, evolving from static images to deceive victims.
Counter-Strike 2 gamers warned about rising scam threats
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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email security
Bitdefender Labs warns the Counter-Strike 2 community of scammers exploiting major esports events like IEM Katowice 2025 to defraud gamers through hijacked YouTube accounts.
Starburst reports record revenues with AI-driven growth
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
Starburst reports record financial results for FY25, fuelled by a 94% surge in cloud product adoption and a 20% increase in net new customers.
Exclusive: Businesses face growing challenges in managing unstructured data
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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data protection
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data analytics
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data science
As unstructured data burgeons, businesses grapple with escalating challenges in governance, security, and costs, as experts urge immediate action to manage it effectively.
Canadian minister visits Genetec's Sydney Experience Centre
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
Genetec welcomed Canadian Minister Mary Ng to its Sydney Experience Centre, showcasing advanced security solutions and emphasising trade ties with Australia.
KnowBe4 platform promises up to 400% return on investment
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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ransomware
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report by Hobson & Company reveals that organisations using KnowBe4's HRM platform can achieve a ROI of 200% to 400% within just 3.5 months.
Semperis stresses risk for healthcare organisations amidst rising cyber threats
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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ransomware
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Following a ransomware attack on HCRG Care Group, Semperis' Jeff Wichman has highlighted the major risk for healthcare organisations.
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise wins cloud award for best telephony use
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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cloud security
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has won the Best Use of Telephony / Unified Communications in Cloud Computing at the 2024/25 Cloud Awards, showcasing excellence in innovation.
Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
Infoblox's Chief Evangelist Cricket Liu emphasises the critical yet misunderstood role of DNS security, urging businesses to adopt protective DNS measures.
Exclusive: How Constant Contact is empowering small businesses
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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financial systems
Constant Contact continues to empower small businesses with tailored marketing solutions, leveraging AI to enhance efforts for over 500,000 customers globally.
Focus on human behaviour critical in 2025 security trends
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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support
Gallagher Security's new report reveals that overlooking human behaviour in security solutions risks inefficiencies and missed technological potential.