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.
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Vectra AI appoints Chua Hock Leng to lead APJ region growth
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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advanced persistent threat protection
Vectra AI has appointed Chua Hock Leng as Vice President and General Manager for APJ, driving growth and advanced threat detection in the region's cybersecurity market.
Beaten Zone fund wins approval, targets AUD $451m defence tech
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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software
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australian government
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venture capital
Beaten Zone Venture Capital Fund 1 has gained Early Stage Venture Capital registration, targeting AUD $451m in defence tech investments with tax benefits for partners.
Datadog launches Sydney AWS region to boost local compliance
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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edutech
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siem
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digital transformation
Datadog launches full platform on AWS Sydney Region, enabling Australian firms to meet strict local data privacy and compliance rules in cloud usage.
Australian workplaces face productivity losses from friction
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
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workplace culture
A report reveals 92% of Australian workers experience workplace friction, hampering productivity due to poor communication, complex processes, and tech overload.
JLL appoints new Asia Pacific leaders for energy transition team
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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clean technologies
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digitalisation
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kpmg
JLL appoints Andy Powell and JC Champalaune to lead its Asia Pacific Energy & Infrastructure team, boosting focus on energy transition across the region.
F5 unveils AI Assistant to automate iRules & simplify app security
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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devops
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
F5 launches AI Assistant to simplify app security and automate iRules code generation, boosting efficiency in hybrid and multicloud environments.
Rubrik boosts AWS database security with DynamoDB, RDS tools
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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data protection
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dr
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cloud security
Rubrik enhances AWS cloud security with new tools for Amazon DynamoDB and cyber resilience solutions for Amazon RDS, boosting data protection and recovery.
Sony unveils RX1R III premium compact with 61MP sensor at AUD $7,999
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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clean technologies
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sony
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photography
Sony launches the RX1R III premium compact camera with 61MP full-frame sensor, ZEISS lens, and advanced AI autofocus for AUD $7,999 in Australia from August 2025.
Fortinet named SASE leader by Gartner, eyes USD $28.5 billion market
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for SASE Platforms, targeting a USD $28.5 billion market with its unified security solutions.
OutSystems launches Agent Workbench to accelerate AI in business
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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it automation
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lcnc
OutSystems launches Agent Workbench, a platform enabling firms to build and oversee AI agents, simplifying integration and boosting enterprise AI adoption.
AI & data hurdles stall transport progress & sustainability
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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data analytics
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supply chain
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ai
AI integration and data quality issues are hindering progress in transportation management, with 48% of organisations losing over 10% of budgets to errors and disruptions.
Rippl & Onpack deliver custom water cans with digital printing
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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jet technologies
Melbourne's Rippl teams with Onpack to offer custom-branded mineral water cans using fast, eco-friendly digital direct-to-can printing technology.
Turnitin launches Clarity to bolster academic integrity with AI
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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genai
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Turnitin launches Clarity, a writing tool embedding AI support and integrity features to help educators and students use AI ethically in education.
Extreme Platform ONE launches with integrated AI for networks
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Extreme Networks launches Extreme Platform ONE, integrating AI to cut network tasks by 90% and speed up resolution by 98%, simplifying IT management.
ADMA appoints Dr Sage Kelly to lead AI guidance for marketers
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
ADMA has named Dr Sage Kelly Regulatory & Policy Manager to guide marketers on AI regulation amid rising AI use and skills gaps in the industry.
The Pistol to lead Liquor Legends retail media transformation
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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data analytics
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martech
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e-commerce
The Pistol will lead the Liquor Legends Retail Media program, using data and technology to boost transparency and growth across 350+ Australian outlets.
Australian shoppers embrace more touchpoints for online discovery
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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cx
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martech
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data privacy
Australian shoppers use an average of 4.8 touchpoints for product discovery, blending online search, social media, and influencer input amid easing cost pressures.
Seagate unveils 30TB drives to power AI-ready data centres
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
Seagate launches 30TB Exos M and IronWolf Pro drives, boosting scalable AI-ready storage for data centres amid rising global demand and data laws.
US Prime Day online sales hit USD $24.1bn, mobile drives growth
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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martech
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smart home
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digital entertainment
US Prime Day online sales soared to USD $24.1bn, a 30.3% rise year-on-year, with mobile shopping driving over half of the revenue during the July event.
Sage appoints Damon Scarr to lead APAC expansion & drive growth
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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fintech
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partner programmes
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supply chain
Sage appoints Damon Scarr as General Manager for Asia Pacific to drive growth and expand its AI-powered finance solutions across the region.