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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Acronis report reveals global concerns on data privacy 2025
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Acronis' report Data Privacy in 2025 reveals that 64% of consumers list data breaches as their top privacy concern, highlighting a critical need for better security practices.
Fintech boosts Australian small business by AUD $9bn
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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fintech
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payment technologies
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smb
A new report reveals that fintech innovation in payments has generated AUD $9 billion in benefits for Australian small businesses, boosting revenues and reducing costs.
Exclusive: Cloud and AI reshaping physical security in ANZ region
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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network security
In Australia and New Zealand, economic uncertainty is driving a shift in security practices, as firms seek pragmatic solutions in cloud and AI technologies.
AI's impact on education: benefits & challenges ahead
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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edutech
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ai
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education, learning & training
A new report by S&P Global Ratings highlights AI's transformative potential in education, urging investments to harness benefits while addressing ethical and funding challenges.
Yavrio raises USD $2.4m to streamline ERP systems
Sat, 1st Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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erp
Yavrio, a fintech firm in London, has raised USD $2.4 million in seed funding to transform ERP systems by eliminating error-prone CSV file imports.
Ericsson partners with SailGP for 5G-enhanced sail races
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data analytics
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iot
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ericsson
Ericsson partners with SailGP to implement 5G connectivity for F50 catamarans, enhancing race operations and fan experiences ahead of the 2025 season.
EthosEnergy strengthens with Nasuni for data resilience
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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storage
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dr
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cloud services
EthosEnergy has strengthened its disaster recovery strategy by integrating Nasuni's File Data Platform, improving resilience against natural disasters.
Zoom announces enhanced features for Team Chat users
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
Zoom has unveiled a revamped Team Chat sidebar within its Workplace suite, enhancing user experience with personalised features and AI tools to boost productivity.
FranConnect launches Frannie AI suite in Australian market
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
FranConnect has unveiled Frannie AI in Australia, a suite of AI agents designed to automate key operations for franchises and multi-location businesses.
Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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spacetech
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customers
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connectivity
Optus is fast-tracking its 5G rollout in regional Australia by partnering with TPG Telecom, promising improved connectivity and service for customers.
BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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business continuity
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backbox
BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform and reported record profits in 2024, marking a historic financial success for the firm.
Trellix partners with NEXTGEN to boost cybersecurity in ANZ
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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digital transformation
Trellix has entered a distribution agreement with NEXTGEN to enhance its cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, boosting operational resilience.
Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.
Okta partners with McLaren Racing to boost digital security
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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okta
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identity solutions
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digital infrastructure
Okta has teamed up with McLaren Racing in a multi-year partnership from 2025, enhancing digital security for the team's global fans and stakeholders.
Remote goods fraud to rise, eCommerce losses to hit $10B
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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biometrics
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cx
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martech
A study by Juniper Research predicts a global 18% rise in remote physical goods fraud by 2025, with losses reaching USD $10 billion, driven by advanced tactics.
AI, wearables & telehealth to transform healthcare by 2025
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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wearables
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ai
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healthtech
By 2025, healthcare is set for a transformative shift, emphasising AI-driven personalised treatment, advanced wearables, and enhanced telehealth solutions.
Experts warn of security risks as DeepSeek limits new sign-ups
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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data privacy
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ai
Cybersecurity experts are sounding alarms over security vulnerabilities in DeepSeek's AI platform as the startup restricts new sign-ups amid malicious attacks.
Tenable to acquire Vulcan Cyber for USD $147 million
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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cloud security
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Tenable has confirmed its acquisition of Vulcan Cyber for an estimated USD $147 million, enhancing its Exposure Management platform with advanced capabilities.
Infor named Leader in 2025 Gartner CPQ Magic Quadrant
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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hyperscale
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infor
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aws
Infor has secured its position as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Configure, Price, and Quote Applications for the second year running.
Pax8 expands cloud marketplace with LogMeIn Resolve
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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zero trust security
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cybersecurity
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cloud marketplace
Pax8 has enriched its cloud marketplace by adding GoTo's LogMeIn Resolve, enhancing remote IT management for over 38,000 managed service providers.