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 47
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Ennoventure enhances leadership team to drive strategic growth
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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saas
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data analytics
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encryption
Ennoventure reshuffles its leadership with Taylor Tresselt as CCO and Chad Kite joining the Board, aiming to bolster strategic growth in anti-counterfeit tech.
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Breakthrough in RFID tech revolutionises fossil tracking
Tue, 9th Jul 2024
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storage
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collaboration
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rfid
A breakthrough in fossil tracking, combining RFID from HID, InfraMarker's system, and Esri's mapping software has boosted excavation efficiency.
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Segway-Ninebot launches e-Motorbike range in Australia
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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eco-friendly
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segway-ninebot
Segway-Ninebot launches its cutting-edge e-Motorbike range in Australia, featuring the E300SE, E125S, and E110S models, starting at AUD $4,990.
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Revealed: Presbyterian Support Central partners with Spark
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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healthtech
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productivity
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support
Presbyterian Support Central has partnered with Spark to revamp its tech, aiming to improve productivity for over 1,000 employees amid budget constraints.
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New Zealand AI research tool reaches 370,000 scientists globally
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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ai
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libraries
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k1w1
Litmaps, a New Zealand AI tool, has expanded its growth to 370,000 global users, preparing for a Series A to expand its academic reach.
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Kiwi intelligence agencies welcome human rights compliance review
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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gcsb
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mps
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nzsis
NZSIS and GCSB are welcoming an IGIS review on Human Rights Risk Assessments with open arms, highlighting a need for enhanced oversight and compliance.
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Kōura Wealth invests USD $5m of KiwiSaver funds into Bitcoin
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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bitcoin
Kōura's Wealth's bold USD $5 million Bitcoin investment in KiwiSaver has surged to a whopping USD $7.5 million.
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Superloop announces AUD $20 million deals in student housing
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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fibre
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superloop
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fttp
Superloop has secured three major PBSA contracts worth over AUD $20 million, including exclusive deals with Journal Student Living and Campus Living Villages.
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Exclusive: Why creating phishing-resistant users is key to cybersecurity
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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edutech
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mfa
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phishing
Yubico's Jeff Schomburgk has discussed the critical rise of phishing-resistant authentication and its pivotal role in shaping the future of cybersecurity.
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Freshworks appoints Ian Tickle as VP for Europe expansion
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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martech
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oracle
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adobe
Freshworks has named Ian Tickle as Senior VP and General Manager for Europe, tasking him with driving the company’s expansion across the continent.
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Exclusive: How WorkJam's revolutionising frontline communication
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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it training
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ai
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healthtech
The Managing Director of WorkJam, Andrew Myers, has discussed how the company is enhancing employee engagement and entering new markets.
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ISMS.online CEO discusses growth, innovation, and compliance
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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risk & compliance
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api
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hybrid & remote work
ISMS.online CEO Luke Dash discusses the company’s 500% growth, innovations in compliance technology, and global expansion plans, including a new US office.
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Exclusive: InfoTrack's Global CTO on innovation and women in STEM
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
Global CTO at InfoTrack, Nadene Serman, has discussed breakthroughs in innovation and cybersecurity while championing the role of women in STEM fields.
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Sailesh Munagala joins Vectra AI as new CFO amid expansion
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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saas
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firewalls
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hyperscale
Sailesh Munagala has joined Vectra AI as CFO during crucial expansion to fortify enterprises against threats from the swift adoption of Generative AI tools.
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LogRhythm unveils latest AI-driven security enhancements
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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siem
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risk & compliance
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ai models
LogRhythm launches its ninth consecutive quarterly release, enhancing its MDI Fabric to bolster AI-driven SOCs, and introduces features like AWS S3 log storage.
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Rapid7 completes IRAP assessment, aiding Aussie agencies
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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application security
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cybersecurity
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australian government
Rapid7 has completed its IRAP assessment at the PROTECTED level, allowing Australian Government agencies to employ its Insight Platform.
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The good and bad: What AI means for the future of New Zealand
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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edutech
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uc
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ai
New Zealand AI expert Heitor Gomes explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping job markets and raises ethical concerns, urging Kiwis to stay ahead.
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Radware using AI-powered protection to combat logic attacks
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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web application firewall
Radware has launched an AI-powered API protection engine to counter business logic attacks in real time.
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Claroty appoints Jason Pearce as Field CTO for APJ
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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martech
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iot
Claroty appoints Jason Pearce as Field CTO for Asia Pacific and Japan, marking significant regional growth and a commitment to securing critical infrastructure.
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Exclusive: Smartsheet's VP talks all things AI and expansion
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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genai
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
Smartsheet's VP for APJ, Nigel Mendonca, has revealed the company's AI innovations and expansion strategies, bridging global work management gaps.