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.
Former TechDay team member.
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Datadog reveals whoAMI attack vulnerability in AWS AMI
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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siem
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Datadog's Security Labs have uncovered a serious vulnerability in AWS's Amazon Machine Image that could jeopardise thousands of accounts, prompting urgent security updates.
DeepSeek faces bans amid security & data privacy woes
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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encryption
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genai
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data privacy
DeepSeek faces intense scrutiny over significant security flaws and data management practices, prompting bans across multiple countries amidst privacy concerns.
Workday unveils platform to manage AI in digital workforces
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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martech
Workday has unveiled the Agent System of Record, a platform to help organisations manage AI agents more effectively, enhancing security and compliance.
Facebook faces decline among UK's younger users
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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data protection
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martech
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facebook
Research shows Facebook's grip on young Brits is waning, with 70% of those aged 18-24 reducing their use, favouring platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024 Q4
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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mfa
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity experts Dragos report that the manufacturing sector was the prime target for ransomware in Q4 2024, accounting for 424 out of over 600 attacks globally.
Cybercrime surges as global threat to national security
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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email security
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cybersecurity
Cybercrime has overtaken state-sponsored hacking as the main online threat, with healthcare and energy sectors particularly vulnerable, warns Google.
Akamai unveils comprehensive cybersecurity guide for 2025
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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virtualisation
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iot security
The National Cyber Security Centre has unveiled new guidelines for IoT manufacturers, while Akamai launches its Defenders' Guide 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.
Future AGI secures USD $1.6m to boost AI accuracy tools
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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robots
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data science
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ai
Future AGI has secured USD $1.6 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI lifecycle management platform, co-led by Powerhouse and Snow Leopard Ventures.
Optimizely leads 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for engines
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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genai
Optimizely has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Personalisation Engines, reinforcing its position in 12 key analyst reports.
Exclusive: Babeltext aims to break language barriers in global messaging
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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wechat
Babeltext launches an AI-driven messaging platform aimed at breaking language barriers, enabling real-time communication in 195 languages for global users.
BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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hyperscale
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pam
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cloud security
BeyondTrust has unveiled True Privilege, an AI-driven tool aimed at strengthening identity security by revealing hidden access paths in complex IT settings.
BRKZ secures USD $17 million to enhance Saudi expansion
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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b2b
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property market
BRKZ has secured USD $17 million in Series A funding to enhance construction procurement in Saudi Arabia, raising total funds to USD $22.5 million.
Bitdefender warns of cyber campaign in Central Asia, Europe
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
Bitdefender has warned of a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign by UAC-0063 targeting government entities across Central Asia and Europe, amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Ricoh featured in Gartner's 2024 Magic Quadrant report
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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document management
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digital transformation
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ecm
Ricoh has made its debut in Gartner's inaugural 2024 Magic Quadrant report for Document Management, enhancing its status in process automation and efficiency.
Claroty wins 2025 Best in KLAS for Healthcare IoT security
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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physical security
Claroty has been named Best in KLAS for Healthcare IoT Security for its xDome solution, achieving top performance for the fifth consecutive year.
Blue Yonder reports USD $1.36bn revenue growth in 2024
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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supply chain
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digital twins
Blue Yonder reported a revenue of USD $1.36 billion for full-year 2024, showcasing significant SaaS growth and a strong focus on AI innovations for supply chain solutions.
Hitachi & Cisco launch new solution for OpenShift users
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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storage
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
Hitachi Vantara and Cisco unveil a co-engineered solution for Red Hat OpenShift, optimising hybrid cloud application deployment for enterprises.
GitHub unveils new features to enhance Copilot capabilities
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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ai
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software development
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programming
GitHub has unveiled significant updates to GitHub Copilot, introducing features aimed at boosting coding efficiency and collaboration for developers worldwide.
Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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malware
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endpoint protection
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cloud security
Check Point Software's Infinity Platform has been recognised for its exceptional security efficacy, achieving a 99.9% malware block rate in Miercom's 2025 benchmark report.
Wolters Kluwer report explores integrated assurance trends
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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uc
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risk & compliance
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collaboration
Wolters Kluwer's latest report reveals significant challenges for internal auditors, highlighting 40% of firms struggle with duplicative assurance efforts.