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 43
Exclusive: UiPath's Ed Challis on AI adoption, future strategies
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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UiPath's Ed Challis reveals how the company is driving AI adoption, tackling challenges, and shaping future strategies to integrate AI into diverse businesses.
Austroads & MATTR partner to enhance digital trust service
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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iam
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dts
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digital credentials
Austroads has teamed with MATTR to launch a Digital Trust Service, ushering secure and verifiable Mobile Drivers Licences in Australia.
Okta commits $50 million to support global digital challenges
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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iam
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cybersecurity
Okta commits USD $50 million to tackle cybersecurity, digital equity, and climate action via its Okta for Good initiative.
University of Canterbury adopts Workday for digital overhaul
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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uc
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digital transformation
The University of Canterbury will scrap its Oracle system in favour of Workday to centralise data and enhance operations as part of a major digital overhaul.
Qualys unveils TruRisk Eliminate to streamline cybersecurity
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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ransomware
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Qualys launches TruRisk Eliminate, a novel solution aimed at addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities without solely relying on patching, enhancing protection.
Norton unveils new VPN plans to enhance security & privacy
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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smartphones
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physical security
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data privacy
Norton has launched three new VPN plans aimed at enhancing security and privacy for individuals, couples, and families, addressing modern cyber threats.
18 year 'wild ride' for TechDay to global tech news powerhouse
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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TechDay is celebrating 18 years of growth, transforming from a small magazine to what is now a global digital powerhouse.
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Exclusive: How Cloudera drives businesses with Big Data and AI
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Cloudera’s Vini Cardoso has revealed his insights on leveraging big data and ethical AI to unlock business value.
Exclusive: Secureworks riding cybersecurity leadership wave
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Wendy Thomas, CEO of Secureworks, has delved into the company's global cybersecurity strategies and challenges, highlighting its approach and expertise in battling AI-driven threats.
Genetec's Sydney Experience Centre a significant commitment
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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genetec
Genetec celebrated the opening of its Sydney Experience Centre, its eighth globally, emphasising investment and growth in the Oceania region.
ARC Vets installs cutting-edge imaging technology in New Zealand
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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healthtech
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pets
ARC Vets has installed advanced CT and MRI systems at ARC Central Hospital, offering high-quality diagnostic care for New Zealand’s 4.35 million pets.
New Zealand unveils AI blueprint aiming for global leadership by 2030
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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data privacy
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cleantech
New Zealand's AI Forum unveils a detailed AI Blueprint for Aotearoa, aiming to make the country a leading hub for responsible AI innovation by 2030.
Exclusive: Cohesity reveals three pillars driving its success
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cohesity's James Blake has revealed the company's strategy for data resilience and cybersecurity, with a focus on countering cyber threats.
OpenAI tests new SearchGPT merging AI & real-time web data
Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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users
OpenAI is trialling SearchGPT, a new AI that merges real-time web data with its models to offer users timely and sourced answers, enhancing search experiences.
Hitachi Vantara unveils new AI-ready infrastructure & services
Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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storage
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partner programmes
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genai
Hitachi Vantara's new Hitachi iQ portfolio, featuring AI-ready infrastructure and solutions, is now available worldwide.
Exclusive: Outsized's Sarah Kahlau on ANZ's flexible talent solutions
Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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insurance
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recruitment
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skills gap
Sarah Kahlau, MD of Outsized ANZ, discusses the firm's strategic expansion, flexible talent solutions, and unique human-first approach in a high-growth region.
Dell launches Warp Speed to boost Data Lakehouse performance
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
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Dell Technologies introduces Warp Speed, a new feature boosting Dell Data Lakehouse performance, promising up to five times faster queries.
The $2.7 trillion agreement trap: APAC's economic impact
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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deloitte
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productivity
New research by Docusign and Deloitte reveals that poor agreement management causes a global economic loss of nearly AUD $2.7 trillion annually.
Check Point welcomes new CEO as Q2 reports strong results
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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financial results
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venture capital
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revenue
Check Point names Nadav Zafrir as new CEO amid strong Q2 2024 results, with revenues up 7% to USD $627 million. Founder Gil Shwed to become Executive Chairman.
CFOs & CIOs in ANZ align to optimise tech investments
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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martech
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financial systems
A new report reveals CFOs and CIOs in ANZ are tightening collaborations to ensure technology investments deliver tangible business results.