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.
Stories by Melania - Page 24
Dreame Technology enters New Zealand market with X40 Ultra
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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jb hi-fi
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harvey norman
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the good guys
Dreame Technology makes its debut in New Zealand, launching the X40 Ultra robotic vacuum across 17 JB Hi-Fi stores in September 2024.
Raji Haththotuwegama joins Canon as Head of Data & AI
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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data science
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it automation
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ai
Raji Haththotuwegama joins Canon Business Services Australia as the new Head of Data and AI, aiming to drive business outcomes and value realisation through advanced technologies.
MyState Bank modernises digital banking with Backbase platform
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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cryptocurrency
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cx
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blockchain
MyState Bank launches a new digital banking platform, developed by Backbase, enhancing personal finance management and security features, to fuel growth.
Australian drone tech helps Quebec tackle bushfires in 2023
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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surveillance
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intelligence
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carbonix
Sydney-based Carbonix's drone tech aids Quebec firefighters in combating severe bushfires, targeting ‘zombie fires’ and improving fire detection and cost-efficiency.
Confidential AI gains traction as businesses adopt generative AI
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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encryption
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physical security
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genai
Businesses adopting generative AI tools must implement Confidential AI solutions to protect proprietary data and maintain robust Zero Trust policies.
nib New Zealand reports NZD $21.2m profit for FY24
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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healthtech
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productivity
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financial results
nib New Zealand reports a NZD $21.2 million operating profit for FY24 and a 3.1% increase in policyholders, navigating economic and healthcare challenges.
Report reveals childcare costs & work pressures for Aussie parents
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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productivity
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report
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work-life balance
A new report by Remote reveals that high childcare costs and limited workplace flexibility are forcing many parents to consider quitting their jobs.
Top firms stress vigilance during National Scam Awareness Week
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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edutech
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email security
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ai
During National Scam Awareness Week, executives from Qualys, SailPoint, and CyberArk have stressed heightened vigilance and advanced security measures.
Workday reports USD $2.085 billion revenue, unveils new services
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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ai
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pwc
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workday
Workday's revenue surged to USD $2.085 billion in Q2, up 16.7%. It also rolled out new global payroll services to streamline multinational operations.
SentinelOne announces 2024 APJ Partner Award winners in Thailand
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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identity
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sentinelone
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mcgrathnicol
SentinelOne celebrated its 2024 APJ Partner Award winners in Thailand, honouring regional partners' exceptional contributions in cybersecurity advancements through AI-powered solutions.
Exclusive: Yubico's Geoff Schomburgk discusses future of passwords
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Geoff Schomburgk of Yubico envisions a future beyond passwords, advocating for passkeys and hardware security keys like the YubiKey for secure authentication.
Adobe's Chandra Sinnathamby discusses responsible AI innovation
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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martech
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physical security
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power / energy
Adobe's Chandra Sinnathamby has stressed the company's commitment to responsible innovation in AI, focusing on transparency, trust, and sustainability.
Exclusive: Greenbox's CEO discusses e-waste, AI, and future growth
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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cleantech
Ross Thompson, CEO of Greenbox, targets a global shift in e-waste management, leveraging AI and sustainability to drive future growth in the circular economy.
Reltio & Collibra unveil integration to enhance data governance
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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low-code
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no-code
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software development
Reltio and Collibra partner to launch the Reltio Integration for Collibra, enhancing data governance and AI compliance while accelerating data insights.
Fujifilm & Igloo Vision demo 360 booth at Integrate 2024
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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emergency services
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aviation
Fujifilm and Igloo Vision will unveil a cutting-edge 360 booth at Integrate 2024, using Fujifilm’s FP-Z6000 Projectors to deliver immersive experiences from Aug 21-23 in Sydney.
Rānui Generation begins Twin Rivers Solar Farm construction
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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cartech
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power / energy
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cleantech
Rānui Generation has started constructing the Twin Rivers Solar Farm in Pamapuria with NZD $220 million investment from Singapore's SC Oscar, targeting 6,000 homes’ power needs.
Elastic & LangChain collaborate to enhance AI-driven SecOps
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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siem
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secops
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genai
Elastic and LangChain have joined forces to advance AI-driven innovations in SecOps, unveiling new features on the Elastic Search AI Platform that streamline security operations.
SquareX exposes SWG flaws at DEF CON, urges browser security
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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malware
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casb
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sase
SquareX’s DEF CON 32 presentation reveals flaws in Secure Web Gateways, urging firms to rethink their reliance on outdated tech for browser security.
CSIRO & Google join forces to secure Australian infrastructure
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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data analytics
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llms
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ai
CSIRO and Google have partnered to enhance the security of Australia's critical infrastructure by tackling software supply chain vulnerabilities, ensuring robust compliance with new legislation.
Exclusive: WorldFirst discusses SME success in cross-border payments
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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cloud services
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security
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sme
WorldFirst, led by Jim Vrondas in Australia and New Zealand, is empowering SMEs with innovative cross-border payment solutions, revolutionising global trade.