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 ranked leader again in 2025 Gartner process mining report
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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rpa
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ai
Celonis leads Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Process Mining Platforms, excelling in execution and vision for the third consecutive year.
SandboxAQ launches AQtive Guard to secure AI agent identities
Yesterday
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
SandboxAQ launches AQtive Guard to protect AI agents' cryptographic assets in enterprises, integrating with CrowdStrike and Palo Alto for enhanced security.
GitLab unveils AI-driven DevSecOps integration with Amazon Q
3 days ago
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devops
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
GitLab has launched GitLab Duo with Amazon Q for Ultimate self-managed users on AWS, integrating AI to accelerate and secure software development workflows.
Exclusive: Abhas Ricky on how Cloudera is powering the AI revolution
3 days ago
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Cloudera's CSO, Abhas Ricky, highlights AI's shift from labs to enterprise with hybrid AI solutions powering faster, secure, on-prem deployments and innovation.
Exclusive: How WorldFirst’s new World Card offers SMEs a cost-saving edge
Last week
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fintech
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financial systems
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payment technologies
WorldFirst's new World Card, launched in Australia, helps SMEs cut cross-border payment costs with no FX fees and 1% cashback across 210 countries.
Enterprise IoT systems now track 166,000 assets daily
Last week
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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bi
Large enterprises now track over 166,000 assets daily using IoT, evolving from simple location tracking to integrated systems monitoring multiple attributes.
AI-powered scams surge online as Microsoft blocks USD $4bn
Last week
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phishing
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email security
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ai
Microsoft's report reveals a surge in AI-powered scams, blocking USD $4bn in fraud and detecting 1.6 million bot signups per hour online.
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 FE range with AI in Australia
Last week
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ai
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samsung
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telstra
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 FE and FE+ in Australia with AI features, from AUD $849, offering enhanced performance and a larger display for productivity and leisure.
Exclusive: How Netskope built a high-growth culture across APAC
Last week
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saas
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cloud security
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hcm
Netskope's rapid rise in APAC is credited to patience and cultural investment, as the firm now transforms cloud security growth across the region.
Exclusive: How Proofpoint's partnership with Microsoft is enhancing security
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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dlp
Proofpoint has partnered with Microsoft to enhance cybersecurity for shared customers, focusing on economic value and addressing generative AI threats.
Auctane streamlines billing with expanded BillingPlatform use
Last week
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martech
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commerce systems
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software
Auctane is expanding its use of BillingPlatform to streamline billing and financial reporting across its growing suite of shipping products worldwide.
Australian firms grow wary of AI yet boost digital focus
Last week
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digital transformation
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ai
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cleantech
Autodesk's report shows Australian building and design leaders face cost, talent challenges, with AI optimism dipping amid high living costs and inflation in 2024.
Gallagher Security reveals new future-focused solutions
Last week
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physical security
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Gallagher Security showcased innovative products like QuickSwitch and Command Centre v9.30 at The Security Event 2025 in Birmingham's NEC.
AI & personalisation drive new luxury demand in Aussie dining
Last week
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Research shows 65% of Australian restaurants use AI to enhance personalisation, boost efficiency, and meet rising consumer expectations in hospitality.
Forrester names Dynatrace top in AIOps platforms for 2025
Last week
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digital transformation
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aiops
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ai
Forrester has highlighted Dynatrace as a leader in AIOps, recognising its Davis AI engine for exceptional root cause analysis and automated remediation features.
AI's impact on Australian software engineering industry
Last week
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application security
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devsecops
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ai
Sabrina Farmer, Chief Technology Officer at GitLab, asserts that AI will transform Australian workplaces without eliminating software engineers' roles.
OutSystems to host AI-focused ONE Conference for global experts
Last week
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low-code
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genai
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ai
OutSystems has revealed plans for its ONE Conference 2025, aiming to unite global experts on AI-driven software development advancements.
KPMG & Ellucian form alliance to boost student solutions
Last week
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saas
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edutech
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digital transformation
KPMG Australia and Ellucian have forged a partnership, marking Ellucian's first in Australia, to enhance student management solutions for universities.
Twilio finds RCS adoption rising among mobile industry pros
Last week
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crm
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encryption
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cx
Research from Twilio reveals that nearly half of mobile professionals have adopted Rich Communication Services, with 60% citing its positive impact on customer communications.
UK businesses lead in AI adoption, outpacing global peers
Last week
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digital transformation
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martech
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partner programmes
New research reveals that 93% of UK businesses have gained efficiencies from generative AI, surpassing the global average, with strong investment plans ahead.