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 7
Global education sector unprepared for rising cyberattacks
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saas
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storage
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edutech
A report from KnowBe4 reveals educational institutions are ill-equipped to handle escalating cyber threats, becoming prime targets amid rising digital reliance.
Cloudflare expands post-quantum security in Zero Trust Network
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firewalls
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data protection
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digital transformation
Cloudflare has unveiled an expansion of its post-quantum cryptography in its Zero Trust Network Access solution, setting new standards for online security.
Visa partners with major banks to launch VBIP in Australia
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payment technologies
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westpac
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visa
Visa has partnered with ANZ, NAB, HSBC, and Westpac to launch Visa B2B Integrated Payments in Australia, streamlining business transactions for all companies.
Kiwis favour cryptocurrency for long-term investing in 2025
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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bitcoin
A recent Binance New Zealand survey reveals 70% of Kiwis favour cryptocurrency as a long-term investment, eclipsing traditional assets like stocks and real estate.
ANZ small businesses lead in confidence & preparedness
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cx
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martech
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ai
Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand show remarkable confidence in growth, leading global counterparts amid economic shifts, says a new report.
Exclusive: Tenable's growth driven by strategic moves and channel focus
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cloud security
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risk & compliance
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ai
Tenable is experiencing remarkable growth thanks to strategic acquisitions and a channel-first approach, enhancing its leadership in exposure management.
Titan of Tech - Nadene Serman of Infotrack
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cx
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martech
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ai
Nadene Serman, Global CTO of Infotrack, champions innovation and inclusion in tech, driving customer-first solutions across multiple nations.
SUSE & Infosys join forces for innovative AI solution
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ai security
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open source
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genai
SUSE has partnered with Infosys to create an AI infrastructure solution aimed at helping businesses transition from AI trials to real-world applications.
CyberArk report reveals rise in machine identity breaches
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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cyberark
A CyberArk report reveals a troubling rise in machine identity breaches in Australia, with nearly half of security leaders reporting incidents linked to compromised identities.
Exclusive: GBG's Carol Chris on innovation, fraud prevention and growth
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uc
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cx
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martech
Carol Chris, General Manager of GBG APAC, emphasises innovation in fraud prevention amid rising data breaches, as demand for compliance solutions grows.
BlackLine announces 2024 Global & Regional Partner Awards
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ai
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deloitte
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outsourcing
BlackLine has unveiled its 2024 Global and Regional Partner Awards, honouring firms for advancing future-ready finance operations in a digitally evolving landscape.
AI integration in UK civil service garners expert reactions
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digital transformation
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martech
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cdp
Experts respond positively to the UK Government's move to integrate artificial intelligence into the civil service, highlighting the need for effective governance and quality data.
UK tech leaders endorse AI for public sector modernisation
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digital transformation
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ai
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lenovo
UK tech leaders have welcomed the Prime Minister's pledge to reshape the state, underscoring AI's vital role in boosting public service efficiency.
Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms
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malware
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
The persistent threat of Medusa ransomware continues to alarm global organisations, as new advisories highlight the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
UAE cyberattack exposes new Sosano malware by Proofpoint
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malware
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cybersecurity
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aviation
Researchers from Proofpoint have revealed a sophisticated email-based cyberattack targeting key organisations in the UAE, employing stealthy malware called Sosano.
HPE unveils new telco networking solutions with AI focus
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robots
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uc
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network infrastructure
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has launched new networking solutions aimed at telecom providers, enhancing connectivity for AI and Open RAN technologies.
Netgear joins DPP to advance media & tech collaboration
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collaboration
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netgear
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content creation
NETGEAR has joined the DPP, aiming to enhance its role in next-gen content creation and distribution, leveraging its expertise in network technology.
Binance unveils fan-designed F1 helmet mural in Melbourne
Last month
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ar, vr & metaverse
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sports
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digital art
Binance has unveiled a fan-designed race helmet for F1 driver Pierre Gasly, showcased in a stunning mural by street artist Matt Adnate in Melbourne.
AI initiative boosts Brisbane school writing scores
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ai
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literacy
Brisbane Catholic Education schools have achieved remarkable NAPLAN writing score improvements, with AI programme Writer's Toolbox enhancing student outcomes significantly.
SAP honours top partners at ANZ Excellence Awards 2025
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cleantech
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sustainability
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sap
SAP has honoured its top partners at the 2025 Excellence Awards in Australia and New Zealand, recognising significant contributions and achievements over the past year.