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 39
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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physical security
Geoff Schomburgk of Yubico envisions a future beyond passwords, advocating for passkeys and hardware security keys like the YubiKey for secure authentication.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Exclusive: A look at HPE Aruba Networking's Wi-Fi 7, AI solutions
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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edutech
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ai
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cleantech
HPE Aruba Networking unveils AI-powered, security-first solutions and upcoming Wi-Fi 7 technology, aiming to meet diverse regional demands and drive innovation.
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Amdocs Charging powers 5G monetisation with advanced cloud solutions
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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uc
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telco
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amdocs
Amdocs is making big waves in supporting the telecommunications industry’s ongoing transformation in the 5G era.
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Exclusive: How Verint's customer experience is thriving with Open AI
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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uc
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cx
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martech
Verint leverages its open AI platform to revolutionise customer experience, integrating real-time data and ensuring security while leading market innovation.