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.
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Celonis unveils innovation hub in Bengaluru for AI advances
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system integrators
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innovation hub
Celonis has unveiled its inaugural innovation hub, Celonis Garage, in Bengaluru, aiming to foster collaboration on advanced solutions like AI with customers and partners.
Adobe unveils AI integration plans for creative workflow boost
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martech
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genai
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ai
Adobe unveils its ambitious plan for integrating AI agents across its product suite, aiming to revolutionise creativity and streamline workflows for users.
Netskope unveils One DLP On Demand for comprehensive safety
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data protection
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Netskope has unveiled its new Netskope One DLP On Demand to enhance data protection across environments, integrating extensive tools for customers.
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Exclusive: Nuix CEO warns 'poor data in AI only results in poor decisions faster'
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data analytics
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data science
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risk & compliance
Nuix CEO Johnathan Rubinsztein highlights the company's transformation to a platform model, aiming for clarity and trust in AI amidst rapid technological change.
AI transforms online shopping in Australia & New Zealand
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cx
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martech
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personalisation
Retailers in Australia and New Zealand are adopting AI strategies, leveraging Snowflake's Data Cloud to enhance customer experiences and streamline operations.
Older freelancers in demand as businesses adapt globally
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engineering
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information technology
A global shift sees companies turning to older freelancers for specialised skills, with 45% of firms reporting an increase in those aged 55 and over.
CrowdStrike awarded 2025 Google Cloud security partner
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data protection
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cloud security
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ai security
CrowdStrike has been awarded the 2025 Google Cloud Security Partner of the Year for Workload Security, strengthening its collaboration with Google Cloud to enhance AI safety.
Fortinet enhances AI to tackle emerging cyber threats
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
Fortinet has launched enhancements to its FortiAI capabilities, aimed at bolstering protection against emerging cyber threats across its Security Fabric platform.
AI startup founders earn more despite industry decline
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data science
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ai
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b2b
A new report reveals that AI startup founders earn a median salary of USD $90,000, 20% more than their peers, despite a wider downturn in pay.
Quantum computing threat demands urgent CISO action plan
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encryption
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quantum computing
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risk & compliance
Quantum computing poses a significant threat to traditional encryption systems, urging Chief Information Security Officers to modernise their strategies for future resilience.
Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry
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malware
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ddos
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advanced persistent threat protection
A Radware study highlights alarming trends in cyber threats to the financial sector, revealing a surge in infostealer services and sophisticated OTP bots.
Rising threats to influencers as cyber attacks escalate
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mfa
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phishing
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email security
Bitdefender reports a dramatic rise in cybercrime targeting social media influencers, uncovering over 9,000 malicious livestreams on YouTube in 2024.
Smurfit Westrock enhances inventory with AI-driven solution
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digital transformation
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cleantech
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sustainability
Smurfit Westrock has optimised its inventory management using AI-driven solutions from Celonis, resolving data issues within just two months.
Elsight secures AUD $7.1m deal with European drone firm
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asx
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elsight
Elsight has secured an AUD $7.1 million supply agreement with a European drone manufacturer, expanding its footprint in the defence sector amidst rising demand.
Fastly unveils advanced real-time DDoS attack insights
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Fastly has enhanced its DDoS Protection services with new real-time insights, enabling improved visibility for security teams during attacks.
Ripple acquires Hidden Road for USD $1.25 billion deal
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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financial institutions
Ripple has announced the acquisition of Hidden Road for USD $1.25 billion, making it the first crypto firm to manage a global multi-asset prime broker.
Constraints drive Australian firms to private cloud solutions
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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cloud storage
As Australian businesses confront rising tariffs and fluctuating cloud costs, many are exploring private cloud solutions like Synology Drive to enhance data security and reduce dependence.
Dryad partners with Spark NZ for wildfire detection rollout
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uc
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iot
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cleantech
Dryad Networks has partnered with Spark New Zealand to implement its advanced wildfire detection technology nationwide, enhancing community safety through rapid alerts.
AI hallucinations challenge customer experience strategy
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cx
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martech
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genai
Coveo's latest CX Relevance Report reveals that 49% of customers experience AI hallucinations, prompting scepticism and a demand for better digital experiences.
HPE expands Aruba networking with enhanced deployment options
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uc
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network infrastructure
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iot
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has expanded its HPE Aruba Networking Central product, introducing new deployment options for enhanced data sovereignty and network reliability.