About Melvin
Melvin Hipolito
Editor
Melvin, a maths teacher, seamlessly balances his analytical business skills, evident in his ability to streamline operations and create clear documentation, with a deep passion for the imaginative narratives of anime and comics, demonstrating a versatile mind that thrives on both logic and creativity.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Melvin - Page 24
DroneShield wins US defence contracts as global sales top 4,000 units
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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supply chain
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uav
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emerging technology
DroneShield secured AUD $7.9m US defence contracts for handheld drone-detection, surpassing 4,000 systems sold globally amid record revenue growth.
Australians poised to spend as rates fall but want better deals
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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cx
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martech
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supply chain
A survey shows 70% of Australians plan to boost spending as interest rates fall, but demand better deals and stable prices before making big purchases.
ConnectID & k-ID partner to boost child safety on gaming sites
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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data privacy
ConnectID and k-ID partner to enhance child safety on Australian gaming platforms with privacy-focused age verification and parental controls.
DigiCert acquires Valimail in move to tap USD $4B DMARC market
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
DigiCert expands into the USD $4B DMARC market by acquiring Valimail, adding zero trust email authentication to its digital trust platform.
Australian cyber leaders shift to breach containment focus
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Australian cyber leaders at Illumio World Tour embrace breach containment, focusing on rapid detection and limiting damage over total prevention.
Samsung unveils 115-inch TV with Micro RGB tech & AI features
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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genai
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ai
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software updates
Samsung unveils a 115-inch TV featuring Micro RGB tech and AI for superior colour, contrast, and immersive viewing in its 2025 range.
Samsung unveils AI Home vision with new appliances & features
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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smart home
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ai
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microsoft
Samsung unveils AI Home vision with smart appliances and features aiming to make daily life more convenient, efficient, and secure across Europe and beyond.
Samsung unveils AI-powered washers with enhanced energy savings
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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smart home
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ai
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clean technologies
Samsung unveils Bespoke AI Washer with 65% better energy efficiency and new AI-powered features, showcased alongside an upgraded laundry combo at IFA 2025.
Samsung extends One UI & seven-year updates to smart appliances
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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smart home
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software updates
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samsung
Samsung expands its One UI platform to smart appliances, offering up to seven years of software updates and a unified experience across devices from 2024.
Samsung & Microsoft bring Copilot AI to 2025 TV & monitor range
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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smart home
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ai
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agentic ai
Samsung integrates Microsoft Copilot AI into its 2025 TVs and Smart Monitors, enhancing user interaction with voice and personalised features on the big screen.
Samsung appliances achieve IoT security certification from TÜV Nord
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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iot security
Samsung's digital appliances, including AI Jet Bot Steam and Bespoke Refrigerators, earn TÜV Nord IoT security certification, reinforcing smart home data protection.
Samsung brings new Sound Tower speakers with custom lights to Australia
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Samsung will launch its new Sound Tower speakers in Australia in 2026, featuring customisable lighting and advanced audio technology for events.
Samsung expands remote appliance service to 122 countries worldwide
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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cx
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martech
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smart home
Samsung has rolled out its Home Appliances Remote Management service to 122 countries, supporting 17 languages for smarter, remote appliance care.
Teletrac Navman adds sector expertise with three key appointments
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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fleet management
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clean technologies
Teletrac Navman strengthens its enterprise business development team with three new hires, boosting expertise in construction, mining, local government, utilities and transport.
Samsung unveils Vision AI Companion for smarter TV experiences
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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martech
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smart home
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personalisation
Samsung launches Vision AI Companion on select 2025 Smart TVs, enhancing interaction with generative AI for personalised, smarter home entertainment.
Remote launches AI surveys, global payroll & mobility tools
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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hcm
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rpa
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erp
Remote launches AI-powered Surveys and tools for global payroll, HR automations and mobility, helping firms streamline workforce management worldwide.
GitHub launches MCP Registry to streamline AI tool discovery
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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open source
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software development
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agentic ai
GitHub launches MCP Registry, uniting AI tool servers from partners like Figma and Postman to simplify discovery and integration within developer workflows.
Vane Viper linked to over 1 trillion DNS queries & ad fraud scams
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Vane Viper, a threat actor posing as an adtech firm, generated over 1 trillion DNS queries last year linked to malware and ad fraud, warns Infoblox.
Akamai launches unified global partner program with local benefits
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Akamai launches Partner Connect, a unified global programme offering local benefits, simpler engagement, and tailored incentives for diverse partners worldwide.
Cohesity appoints Greg Statton as APJ CTO to drive AI growth
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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virtualisation
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data protection
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edge computing
Cohesity has appointed Greg Statton as APJ CTO to lead AI innovation and regional growth, with a focus on Japan and integrated data protection solutions.