About Melania
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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 38
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Oldham Council cyberattack exposes resident data, raises alarm
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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physical security
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Oldham Council hit by cyberattack, exposing sensitive data; part of a broader wave across Greater Manchester, leaving thousands at risk of phishing scams.
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Take2 helps parolees & ex-offenders enter tech industry
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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financial systems
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software development
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xero
New Zealand-based Take2 empowers parolees and ex-offenders by teaching web coding and software development, securing an 88% employment success rate within six months.
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Logitech G to sponsor Spark Game Arena Live in Auckland
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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forza motorsport
Logitech G to sponsor Spark Game Arena Live in Auckland, unveiling cutting-edge gaming tech, and hosting thrilling sim racing with McLaren Auckland.
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RAD launches video urging corporate laptop donations in NZ
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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digital entertainment
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video
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digital divide
Recycle A Device (RAD) unveils a video urging New Zealand businesses to donate used laptops, aiming to bridge the digital divide and promote sustainability.
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Arrow Electronics named Cloud Commerce Manager for Broadcom
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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private cloud
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public cloud
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it automation
Arrow Electronics has been appointed by Broadcom as the Cloud Commerce Manager for VMware Cloud Service Provider partners across 19 European countries.
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Nuix to explore ethical AI at 2024 conference series
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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hcm
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data privacy
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ai
Nuix is set to host its second XLR8 conference, exploring the intersection of AI and humanity, with speakers like Brendan Dowling discussing ethical AI practices.
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Sony unveils WF-C510 wireless earbuds with ergonomic design
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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cleantech
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sony
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sustainability
Sony unveils its WF-C510 earbuds, boasting ergonomic design, customisable sound, and eco-friendly materials, priced at NZD $149.95 from October 2024.
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Titans of Tech - Pieter Danhieux of Secure Code Warrior
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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breach prevention
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ai
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cybersecurity
Pieter Danhieux, CEO of Secure Code Warrior, transformed his passion for cybersecurity into a global mission, reshaping secure coding for 600+ clients worldwide.
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Exclusive: Elastic warns Australia is falling behind in Gen AI adoption
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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cx
Australia lags in generative AI adoption, risking a competitive edge as only 42% of companies embrace the tech compared to 81% in India.
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Private vs Public AI: Appian urges companies to know the difference
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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low-code
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genai
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data privacy
Australian companies are being urged to grasp the difference between private and public AI to leverage AI benefits while safeguarding sensitive data.
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Keap to honour small businesses with Ultimate Automator Award
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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sales
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phoenix
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automation
Keap debuts the Ultimate Automator Award to celebrate small businesses excelling in automation, with a top prize of a Jeep or USD $20K and honourings at Let's Grow Summit in Phoenix.
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Elastic integrates Anthropic's Claude models for better AI insights
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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developers
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support
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integration
Elastic integrates Elasticsearch Open Inference API with Anthropic's Claude models, enhancing real-time data analysis and AI application efficiency for developers.
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Intel reveals advancements in AI tech at Hot Chips 2024
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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edge computing
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genai
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ai
At the Hot Chips 2024 conference, Intel unveiled groundbreaking advancements in edge computing, AI acceleration, photonics, and SoC technology.
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Volkswagen partners with AirConsole for in-car gaming experience
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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qr code
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volkswagen
Volkswagen partners with AirConsole to integrate an in-car gaming platform across multiple models, launching in Europe by mid-September 2024.
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Perceptive partners with Qualtrics for enhanced client insights
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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cx
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martech
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qualtrics
Perceptive partners with Qualtrics to enhance its market research and experience management services, promising significant benefits for over 150 clients.
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Exclusive: Gigamon CEO highlights importance of deep observability
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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siem
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digital transformation
Gigamon CEO Shane Buckley stresses the critical role of deep observability in bolstering network security amid rising digital transformation, driving a market growing at 35% annually.
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Ververica to highlight real-time data at TechBBQ
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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startups
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ververica
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apache flink
Ververica to spotlight real-time data's crucial role in boosting digital user experiences at TechBBQ Copenhagen 2024, with a focused session led by Field CTO Ben Gamble.
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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.
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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.
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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.