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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Cloudera launches AI assistant to boost data governance
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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uc
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digital transformation
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genai
Cloudera has unveiled its new AI assistant, Cloudera Copilot, designed to boost productivity and compliance for data practitioners in Australia and New Zealand.
Exclusive: Zoho's AI Director discusses right-sizing AI for business needs
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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encryption
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blockchain
Zoho's AI Director emphasises the need for tailored AI solutions to enhance business workflows, highlighting the company's commitment to operational independence.
AI in marketing: Infosys study finds value realisation gap
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
A new report reveals that while 73% of enterprises utilise AI in marketing, only 52% see significant business value from these initiatives.
Dell & Intel expand AI program for telecom providers
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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uc
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network infrastructure
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smart cities
Dell and Intel are expanding their AI for Telecom programme, launching new solutions aimed at enhancing efficiency for communications service providers.
Cloud security critical as AI adoption set to soar in 2025
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
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data governance
Tenable warns that AI adoption could drastically increase cloud data security risks by 2025, urging organisations to bolster their protective measures.
Australia-NZ space research to boost land management
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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smartsat crc
The New Zealand Space Agency and SmartSat CRC unveil four new space research projects to boost environmental and agricultural management across both nations.
Experts urge vigilance against growing digital fraud risks
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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phishing
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physical security
Experts warn that rising digitalisation fuels fraud, with AI aiding cybercriminals, prompting calls for robust security and real-time threat response.
Avalara unveils AI-based innovations for tax compliance
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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data protection
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cx
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martech
Avalara has unveiled a suite of AI-driven innovations aimed at streamlining tax compliance during its recent CRUSH event in Austin.
Australian telecom complaints reach record low levels
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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uc
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nbn
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customer service
Complaints to Australian telecoms have plummeted to record lows, averaging just 2.7 per 10,000 services, signalling improved customer satisfaction.
Fujifilm unveils GFX ETERNA camera for 2025 release
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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fujifilm
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film production
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cameras
Fujifilm has announced the GFX ETERNA, its first filmmaking camera, slated for a 2025 release, featuring groundbreaking imaging technology.
Catapult reports 20% rise in ACV & strong revenue growth
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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saas
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digital entertainment
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video solutions
Catapult has reported a 20% rise in Annualised Contract Value to USD $96.8 million and significant revenue growth of 19% to USD $57.8 million for H1 FY25.
CyberArk & Wiz partner to boost multi-cloud security
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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devops
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
CyberArk and Wiz have partnered to enhance multi-cloud security, integrating their platforms to improve visibility and control over privileged access.
Vectra AI enhances platform with 40 new Azure detections
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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semiconductors
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Vectra AI has launched an upgraded platform featuring over 40 new behaviour detections to boost security for Microsoft Azure amid rising cyber threats.
New Relic unveils one-step observability for Kubernetes
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
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apm
New Relic has unveiled a one-step observability feature for Kubernetes, enhancing monitoring and incident resolution with AI-supported insights.
Australia, NZ retail workers voice need for security technologies to feel safe
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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motorola solutions
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safety
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mental health
Ahead of the holiday shopping rush, a report reveals one in three retail workers in Australia and New Zealand feel unsafe due to rising crime and understaffing.
Bitcoin hits all-time high, crypto market cap at USD $3T
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
Binance Australia's November report reveals Bitcoin's record highs and a surge in crypto market capitalisation to USD $3 trillion post-US election.
HID acquires IXLA to enhance document personalisation tech
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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financial institutions
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hid global
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acquisition
HID has acquired Italian firm IXLA, enhancing its portfolio in secure credential issuance and expanding its reach in European and emerging markets.
Adobe partners with Adelaide Uni to transform student experience
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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edutech
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digital transformation
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martech
Adobe has partnered with Adelaide University to enhance the digital experience for students, aiming for a personalised journey ahead of its 2026 opening.
Yubico launches YubiKey Bio Series for enhanced security
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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mfa
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cybersecurity
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enterprise security
Yubico has launched its YubiKey Bio Series - Multi-protocol Edition keys, enhancing phishing-resistant authentication for enterprises with biometric logins.
SAS acquires Hazy to boost AI with synthetic data tech
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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genai
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data privacy
SAS has acquired Hazy's synthetic data technology to boost its AI capabilities, aiming to enhance data privacy and analytics by early 2025.