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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Wolters Kluwer report explores integrated assurance trends
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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risk & compliance
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collaboration
Wolters Kluwer's latest report reveals significant challenges for internal auditors, highlighting 40% of firms struggle with duplicative assurance efforts.
SAS announces winners of the 2025 Global Partner Awards
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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hyperscale
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open source
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ai
SAS has announced the 2025 Global Partner Awards, recognising companies like Deloitte and Microsoft for their innovative use of the SAS Viya platform.
Amazon leads Australian marketplace as Catch closes down
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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e-commerce
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amazon
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marketing
Amazon continues to dominate Australia's marketplace sector, as trust in competitors like Shein and Temu declines, according to the latest consumer report.
GitHub launches Enterprise Cloud with data residency in Oz
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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devops
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digital transformation
GitHub has launched its Enterprise Cloud with local data residency in Australia, enabling regulated sectors to securely store their code while embracing cloud services.
Check Point unveils AI-powered upgrades for security platform
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Check Point Software Technologies has launched AI-powered enhancements to its Infinity Platform, aiming to bolster zero trust and streamline security amidst rising cyber threats.
Logicalis Australia joins Red Hat Partner Practice scheme
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Logicalis Australia has been recognised as a Red Hat Partner Practice Accelerator, highlighting its commitment to delivering advanced automation solutions across the region.
CyberArk & SentinelOne join forces for enhanced security
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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siem
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cloud security
CyberArk and SentinelOne have announced a new integration to enhance endpoint and identity security, aiming to mitigate risks associated with privileged access.
Zoho launches Zia Agents to expand AI capabilities
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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lcnc
Zoho has launched Zia Agents alongside Agent Studio and Marketplace, enhancing its AI offerings across over 100 products to boost enterprise productivity.
IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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manufacturing
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ifs
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financial results
IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.
IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
A recent study by EasyDMARC reveals that 87% of IT leaders support expanding email authentication to tackle phishing and spam, following Google's and Yahoo's earlier mandates.
Verde Group lauds Acumatica's AI & ERP innovations
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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rpa
Verde Group executives praised Acumatica's innovative AI and ERP advancements at the recent summit, citing enhanced customer value and effective sector-specific solutions.
ProGlove partners with BlueStar to boost global expansion
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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productivity
ProGlove has partnered with BlueStar to broaden its global market reach, enhancing worker safety and productivity through innovative scanning solutions.
EC360 platform launches to revolutionise banking KYC
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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integration
Encompass has unveiled its EC360 platform to revolutionise corporate client verification in banking, addressing outdated processes amid rising competition.
TechDay continues expansion with 16 site launches in US & Canada
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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uc
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cybersecurity
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digital media
TechDay expands its North American presence by launching 16 tech news sites across the US and Canada, catering to diverse industries and audiences.
AI adoption trust gap between employees & leaders grows
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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hcm
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ai
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education, learning & training
A new report reveals a troubling trust gap in Australia, where only 45% of workers believe management can effectively handle AI adoption.
New Relic unveils AI monitoring for DeepSeek applications
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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apm
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genai
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New Relic has unveiled its observability solution for DeepSeek, helping businesses streamline costs and complexity in developing generative AI applications.
Australian businesses urged to join data security framework
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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uc
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data protection
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cybersecurity
The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre is urging businesses to join consultations for the Voluntary Data Classification Framework, launching by late 2025.
Qualys unveils AI-powered app risk management solution
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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cloud security
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application security
Qualys has launched TotalAppSec, an AI-driven solution designed to enhance application risk management, helping firms tackle cyber threats across web apps and APIs.
Exclusive: How HP innovations are driving BPC Commercial's vision for AI
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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software development
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hp
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intel
BPC Commercial's CEO, Brian Wu, reveals how HP innovations are key to the firm's transition towards AI-driven solutions and sustainable IT practices.
Tech workers in Australia pushing for 2025 pay boosts
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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inflation
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employment
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work-life balance
A survey by Robert Half reveals that nearly one-third of tech workers in Australia are prioritising pay rises in 2025, with many willing to seek new roles if unmet.