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 24
IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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it in manufacturing
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financial results
IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.
Ciphr unveils new cloud payroll software for UK market
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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api
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m&a
Ciphr has unveiled its innovative cloud-based payroll software, Ciphr payroll, designed to streamline payroll processes for UK businesses.
Verde Group lauds Acumatica's AI & ERP innovations
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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rpa
Verde Group executives praised Acumatica's innovative AI and ERP advancements at the recent summit, citing enhanced customer value and effective sector-specific solutions.
ProGlove partners with BlueStar to boost global expansion
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
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productivity
ProGlove has partnered with BlueStar to broaden its global market reach, enhancing worker safety and productivity through innovative scanning solutions.
Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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physical security
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social media
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online dating
A new Norton survey reveals alarming trends in online dating in New Zealand, with over half of users encountering scams on dating apps weekly.
EC360 platform launches to revolutionise banking KYC
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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data integration
Encompass has unveiled its EC360 platform to revolutionise corporate client verification in banking, addressing outdated processes amid rising competition.
TechDay continues expansion with 16 site launches in US & Canada
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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uc
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cybersecurity
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telco
TechDay expands its North American presence by launching 16 tech news sites across the US and Canada, catering to diverse industries and audiences.
AI adoption trust gap between employees & leaders grows
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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it training
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hcm
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A new report reveals a troubling trust gap in Australia, where only 45% of workers believe management can effectively handle AI adoption.
Adyen highlights rising fraud trends in Singapore, 2025
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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data protection
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fintech
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ecommerce
Adyen reveals a surge in innovative fraud tactics in Singapore, highlighting challenges for retailers as consumers demand stronger security measures.
Qualys unveils AI-powered app risk management solution
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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cloud security
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application security
Qualys has launched TotalAppSec, an AI-driven solution designed to enhance application risk management, helping firms tackle cyber threats across web apps and APIs.
New Relic unveils AI monitoring for DeepSeek applications
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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genai
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New Relic has unveiled its observability solution for DeepSeek, helping businesses streamline costs and complexity in developing generative AI applications.
Australian businesses urged to join data security framework
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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collaboration
The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre is urging businesses to join consultations for the Voluntary Data Classification Framework, launching by late 2025.
Exclusive: How HP innovations are driving BPC Commercial’s vision for AI
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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software development
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hp
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intel
BPC Commercial's CEO, Brian Wu, reveals how HP innovations are key to the firm's transition towards AI-driven solutions and sustainable IT practices.
Acronis report reveals global concerns on data privacy 2025
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Acronis' report Data Privacy in 2025 reveals that 64% of consumers list data breaches as their top privacy concern, highlighting a critical need for better security practices.
Fintech boosts Australian small business by AUD $9bn
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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fintech
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payment technologies
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smb
A new report reveals that fintech innovation in payments has generated AUD $9 billion in benefits for Australian small businesses, boosting revenues and reducing costs.
Tech workers in Australia pushing for 2025 pay boosts
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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inflation
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employment
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work-life balance
A survey by Robert Half reveals that nearly one-third of tech workers in Australia are prioritising pay rises in 2025, with many willing to seek new roles if unmet.
Exclusive: Cloud and AI reshaping physical security in ANZ region
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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network security
In Australia and New Zealand, economic uncertainty is driving a shift in security practices, as firms seek pragmatic solutions in cloud and AI technologies.
AI's impact on education: benefits & challenges ahead
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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edutech
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ai
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education
A new report by S&P Global Ratings highlights AI's transformative potential in education, urging investments to harness benefits while addressing ethical and funding challenges.
Yavrio raises USD $2.4m to streamline ERP systems
Sat, 1st Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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erp
Yavrio, a fintech firm in London, has raised USD $2.4 million in seed funding to transform ERP systems by eliminating error-prone CSV file imports.
DeepSeek-R1 AI model's vulnerabilities pose global threat
Sat, 1st Feb 2025
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malware
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ai security
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cybersecurity
Research by Enkrypt AI reveals the DeepSeek-R1 AI model poses significant security and ethical risks, being more biased and toxic than leading competitors.