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.
Stories by Melania - Page 32
IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
A recent study by EasyDMARC reveals that 87% of IT leaders support expanding email authentication to tackle phishing and spam, following Google's and Yahoo's earlier mandates.
IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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manufacturing
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ifs
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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.
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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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Encompass has unveiled its EC360 platform to revolutionise corporate client verification in banking, addressing outdated processes amid rising competition.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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digital media
TechDay expands its North American presence by launching 16 tech news sites across the US and Canada, catering to diverse industries and audiences.
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.
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, learning & training
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.
BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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business continuity
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backbox
BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform and reported record profits in 2024, marking a historic financial success for the firm.
BackBox launches new platform for network resilience in 2024
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform in 2024, aimed at enhancing network infrastructure recoverability after a record-breaking year.
Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.
Remote goods fraud to rise, eCommerce losses to hit $10B
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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biometrics
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cx
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martech
A study by Juniper Research predicts a global 18% rise in remote physical goods fraud by 2025, with losses reaching USD $10 billion, driven by advanced tactics.
AI, wearables & telehealth to transform healthcare by 2025
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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wearables
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ai
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healthtech
By 2025, healthcare is set for a transformative shift, emphasising AI-driven personalised treatment, advanced wearables, and enhanced telehealth solutions.
Experts warn of security risks as DeepSeek limits new sign-ups
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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data privacy
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ai
Cybersecurity experts are sounding alarms over security vulnerabilities in DeepSeek's AI platform as the startup restricts new sign-ups amid malicious attacks.
Blackpearl Group posts $11.1m ARR in Q3 report
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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cx
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martech
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customer engagement
Blackpearl Group has reported a substantial increase in Annual Recurring Revenue, reaching NZD $11.1 million by December 2024, amidst strategic innovations.
CrowdStrike wins third AAA Award for ransomware defence
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
CrowdStrike's Falcon platform has triumphed in the 2024 SE Labs Ransomware Test, securing a third consecutive AAA Award for its exceptional security performance.
Data security concerns rise among social commerce users
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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soti
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data security
A new SOTI report highlights rising consumer concerns over data security in social commerce, as 54% would avoid retailers using AI to track purchases.
Semperis & iC Consult expand partnership to UK market
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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dr
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Semperis and iC Consult are expanding their partnership into the UK, aiming to enhance operational resilience against identity security threats for businesses.
Exclusive: Tanium's Matt Quinn on automating endpoint management
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Matt Quinn, Chief Technology Officer at Tanium, champions the transformative potential of autonomous endpoint management, promising efficiency and cost savings for IT teams.
AI operationalisation challenges explored in new report
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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supply chain
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genai
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ai
Thoughtworks has unveiled its fifth Looking Glass report, emphasising AI's integration challenges and the urgent need for businesses to modernise data practices.
Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
A Rapid7 analysis reveals a surge in ransomware activity in 2024, with 75 active groups and a median ransom of USD $200,000, highlighting escalating threats.