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 3
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Nebula Global ranked ninth on FEBE Growth 100 for 2024
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martech
Nebula Global Services has landed ninth place on the FEBE Growth 100 list for 2024, applauded for its commitment to sustainable and ethical IT services.
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Kingston's XS1000 wins 2024 Red Dot Design Award
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kingston
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kingston technology
Kingston's XS1000 External SSD has scored the 2024 Red Dot Design Award, celebrating its sleek and portable design.
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Tessell named future leader in Redpoint's InfraRed 100 report
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cloud services
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microsoft
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public cloud
Tessell has been honoured in the 2024 InfraRed 100 report by Redpoint Ventures, recognising it as a future leader in cloud infrastructure.
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StarHub ranks 184th in FORTUNE Southeast Asia 500 for 2023
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cybersecurity
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services
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starhub
Singapore’s StarHub has achieved 184th place in the inaugural FORTUNE Southeast Asia 500 list for 2023, marking a notable revenue-based ranking.
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Harte Hanks launches new Demand Generation service for SMEs
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cartech
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ibm
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digital marketing
Harte Hanks has unveiled Demand Generation In a Box, a comprehensive service aimed at helping SMEs enhance brand interest and drive lead generation efficiently.
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AttackIQ and Trium Cyber partner to grow security solutions
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testing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
AttackIQ has partnered with Trium Cyber to provide policyholders with AttackIQ Flex, aiming to boost cybersecurity maturity and mitigate risks.
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Mentor Group unveils VR tool to boost sales training
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it training
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vr
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pc tools
Mentor Group has launched a VR training tool that boosts sales skill retention by 75%, offering immersive, customisable scenarios via wearable headsets.
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Swoop acquires conduit & fibre assets, eyes $1.2m boost
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housing
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swoop
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developers
Swoop's acquisition of fibre assets in Western Australia to connect 900 homes in Seacrest Estate promises AUD $1.2 million in revenue over three years.
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Inside the day-to-day challenges of Splunk's CISO Jason Lee
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ransomware
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siem
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phishing
Splunk's CISO Jason Lee has discussed the dynamic nature of his role, the importance of using Splunk’s own products, and tackling cybersecurity threats.
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Williams AV launches Digi-Loop 104 hearing loop amplifier
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cx
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martech
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customers
Williams AV has launched the Digi-Loop 104, a cost-effective, easy-to-install hearing loop amplifier, enhancing accessibility for the hearing impaired.
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Equinix invests $240 million to expand AI infrastructure
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sustainability
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data centre operators
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power / energy
Equinix has invested $240 million to expand data centres in Sydney and Melbourne, addressing AI demands with over 4,000 new cabinets and cooling solutions.
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NZ Government urged to lead in tackling cyber challenges
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Splunk’s VP is urging the New Zealand Government to establish consistent standards and centralised investment to avoid evolving cyber threats.
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Experts: Australian firms facing cybersecurity challenges
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martech
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breach prevention
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cdp
Experts are urging change in digital investments to balance costs and ensure security, as Australian firms are facing economic hurdles and rising cyber threats.
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Revealed: Splunk's latest game-changer in data tech
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big data
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bi
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data analytics
Splunk has announced the use of advanced data management tools to boost unified enterprise visibility and aid IT operations.
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$400b loss for 2,000 firms after 'unavoidable' cyber attacks
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ransomware
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cloud services
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ai
Thousands of global firms face a staggering annual loss of USD $400 billion due to unplanned downtime, revealed in a Splunk report.
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Exclusive: DigiCert's CEO emphasises quantum readiness
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fintech
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cloud services
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quantum computing
DigiCert CEO Amit Sinha emphasised digital trust’s pivotal role in cybersecurity, stressing the need for quantum readiness and AI advancements.
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Exclusive: Rimini Street's solutions redefine SAP landscape
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microsoft
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it automation
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it services
Rimini Street is revolutionising SAP support with strategic alternatives, enabling businesses to innovate and tackle challenges minus enforced upgrades.
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IBM & Pasqal partner to advance quantum-centric computing
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cloud services
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data science
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quantum computing
IBM and Pasqal have joined forces to revolutionise supercomputing with quantum technology, aiming to propel advances in materials science and chemistry.
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IriusRisk reports 51 percent revenue rise from AI expansion
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cx
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ml
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martech
IriusRisk sees ARR soar by 51% in 2023, driven by AI-driven threat modelling solutions, strategic hires, and a strong focus on customer success.
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Milton Keynes celebrates launch of tech-enhanced Corner Store
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ai
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mobile wallet
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deep learning
Milton Keynes' Unity Place unveils The Corner Store, the first in the city with Amazon's Just Walk Out technology, enhancing retail with frictionless shopping.
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Databricks announces partnerships to boost data sharing
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web development
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ml
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ai
Databricks partners with industry giants like Shutterstock, T-Mobile, and Tableau to enhance data sharing and collaboration using Delta Sharing.
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Bank partners with Newgen Software to digitise onboarding
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cx
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martech
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compliance
Centennial Bank partners with Newgen Software to digitise onboarding, enhancing customer experience with a streamlined, low-code automation solution.
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Finance professionals lead in AI adoption, report reveals
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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physical security
Finance professionals lead AI adoption, with 63% utilising it for fraud detection and risk management. Marketing and sales show lower usage at 27% and 19%.
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New survey reveals mixed feelings on AI in Asia Pacific
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edutech
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ai
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workplace
The Ipsos survey has revealed a stark divide in AI sentiment across the Asia Pacific, with high enthusiasm in China but notable scepticism in New Zealand.