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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.

Stories by Melania - Page 4

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AI & cybersecurity reshape business landscape by 2025
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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genai
The technology sector is set for a major shift in 2025, with businesses prioritising AI and cybersecurity to enhance efficiency and combat evolving threats.
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Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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genai
Cybersecurity experts predict significant shifts by 2025, with Active Directory becoming a prime target and critical infrastructure facing escalating threats.
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BlueAnt unveils Pump X headphones with ANC & sweatproof
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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fitness
Australian audio company BlueAnt has launched the Pump X over-ear headphones, designed for fitness lovers and everyday users at AUD $299.
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Yamaha collaborates with Informatica for AI data insights
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cx
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martech
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informatica
Yamaha has chosen Informatica's Master Data Management to unify data from over 200 systems, aiming for enhanced insights and improved customer engagement.
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Cloudera unveils no-code AI chatbot solution for business
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hybrid cloud
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ai
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cloudera
Cloudera has unveiled its no-code RAG Studio, enabling firms to swiftly deploy custom AI chatbots that leverage real-time enterprise data for improved efficiency.
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LambdaTest secures USD $38m in funding for AI-Driven QA
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
LambdaTest has secured USD $38 million in funding led by Avataar Ventures, bringing its total funding to USD $108 million to enhance AI-driven QA solutions.
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Aampe raises USD $18 million to boost AI personalisation
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Aampe has secured USD $18 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI agents that personalise consumer app experiences worldwide.
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Samsung finds key to in-store engagement through digital displays
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cx
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martech
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samsung
As Australian retailers adapt to changing consumer trends, Samsung's Pro Display solutions aim to enhance in-store engagement and boost sales.
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Exclusive: Radware SVP Travis Volk discusses evolving cyber threats and defences
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firewalls
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Travis Volk, Radware's Senior VP, discusses the evolving cyber threats and innovative defences shaping the industry's future amid growing complexities.
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Exclusive: GitLab’s success in APAC and ANZ showcased in Singapore event
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devops
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hyperscale
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application security
GitLab recently hosted its successful DevSecOps World Tour in Singapore, attracting over 200 attendees and highlighting its growing impact in APAC.
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Remote launches Recruit AI for global hiring solutions
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ai
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recruitment
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job seekers
Remote has launched Recruit AI, an innovative tool aiming to streamline global hiring by connecting companies with top talent through advanced AI technology.
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Infor achieves AWS competency for consumer goods sector
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hyperscale
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infor
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aws
Infor has secured the AWS Consumer Goods Competency status, showcasing its expertise in enhancing operational efficiency for consumer goods brands.
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Exclusive: NICE CXone drives customer experience innovation in ANZ
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uc
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cx
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martech
Rod Lester, Managing Director of NICE CXone for ANZ, is revolutionising customer experience with a 300-strong client base and rapid growth driven by innovation.
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Rising cybercrime in Australia prompts better cyber hygiene
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
Rising cybercrime in Australia, with incidents every six minutes, is pushing businesses to adopt better cyber hygiene to protect against financial losses.
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Titan of Tech - Scott Ward of Customer Science Group
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martech
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cdp
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cybersecurity
Scott Ward, Director of Product at Customer Science Group, merges innovative tech with customer-centric solutions, leading the charge in today's digital landscape.
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Nearly half of Aussie small firms expect cash flow boost
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martech
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cdp
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digitisation
Despite rising costs and economic pressures, nearly 47% of Australia's small businesses foresee improved cash flow by 2025, revealing growing optimism.
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Police utilise Tile devices in dementia safeguarding scheme
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data privacy
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privacy
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location tracking
Avon and Somerset Police enhance their Dementia Safeguarding Scheme with Tile devices, improving the safety of individuals with dementia and aiding swift location efforts.
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New Adidas shoe combines digital advancements, traditional fitness
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blockchain
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collaboration
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adidas
Adidas is launching its first physical shoe collection linked to its NFT series with STEPN GO, featuring 1,200 limited-edition Ultraboost 5 running shoes.
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Global survey highlights data classification for resilience
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ransomware
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
A recent survey by NetApp reveals over 54% of organisations faced cyberattacks in the past year, underlining the urgent need for data classification to enhance recovery.
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Schneider Electric unveils AI-ready data centre solutions
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power / energy
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cleantech
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schneider electric
Schneider Electric unveils new solutions tackling energy and sustainability challenges from AI demand, including advanced data centre designs and power systems.