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 26
Snowflake invests USD $20 million in data cloud training
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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Snowflake has announced a USD $20 million investment in a global initiative to train one million individuals in its AI Data Cloud by 2029.
SOUTHSTART event expected to drive innovation & connection
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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collaboration
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agritech
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investment
Australia's leading start-up festival, SOUTHSTART, has revealed its 2025 programme, taking place in Adelaide from March 4 to 6, to connect industry leaders.
Iktos & Cube Biotech partner to tackle metabolic disorders
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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healthtech
Iktos and Cube Biotech have partnered to leverage AI-driven drug discovery and advanced protein technology, targeting the Amylin Receptor for cardiometabolic disorders.
Australians urged to donate phones to close digital divide
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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digital divide
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digital inclusion
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e-waste
Research reveals that three in five Australians hoard unused phones, totaling 23 million devices, prompting calls for donations to The Reconnect Project.
Motorola to acquire Theatro, enhancing AI for workers
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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motorola solutions
Motorola Solutions is set to acquire Theatro, a Texas-based firm specialising in AI-driven software for frontline workers, enhancing safety and productivity.
Raiz Invest introduces savings goals feature, Raiz Jars
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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transparency
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simplicity
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Raiz Invest has unveiled Raiz Jars, a feature tailored for users to manage savings by allocating funds towards personalised financial goals.
LaCie’s high-capacity portable drives recommended as top picks for students
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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martech
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cleantech
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personal computing devices
LaCie’s high-capacity external hard drives and SSDs are being highlighted as some of the best tools for managing large volumes of data, ensuring portability and reliability.
Exclusive: How CCH Integrator is revolutionising corporate tax efficiency with AI and strategic partnerships
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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Wolters Kluwer's Andy Hung is championing innovation through AI and partnerships, aiming to enhance efficiency and client outcomes in tax technology.
Kiwi Muslim Directory launches app to expand community reach
Mon, 23rd Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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startup ecosystem
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web3
The Kiwi Muslim Directory is launching its first mobile app, Locate, to enhance accessibility for New Zealand's Muslim community after 16 years of service.
Exclusive: Mandatory ransomware reporting key to Australia's cyber resilience
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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cybersecurity
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digital economy
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law enforcement
Australia is set to enhance its cybersecurity by introducing mandatory reporting laws for ransomware payments, aiming to strengthen national resilience against cyber extortion.
Exclusive: Why digital literacy must replace social media bans for under-16s
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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edutech
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social media
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cyberbullying
Australia's ban on social media for under-16s is deemed ineffective by LiVELY's CEO, who advocates for digital literacy to empower children instead.
Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A16 an affordable and lightweight choice for a first phone
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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samsung
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G impresses as a budget-friendly option at USD $200, boasting a stunning display and six years of software updates.
Motorola secures NOK 1.78 billion contract in Norway deal
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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collaboration
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motorola solutions
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emergency services
Motorola Solutions has secured a NOK 1.78 billion contract to enhance Norway's critical communications network for emergency services through the 2030s.
Radware strengthens AI security for top Italian bank
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Radware is boosting its AI-driven security services for one of Italy's top five banks, aiming to combat rising cyber threats and comply with EU regulations.
Check Point named leader in Gartner email security 2024
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Check Point Software Technologies has been recognised as a leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms, solidifying its position in cyber defence.
Titan of Tech - Curtis Raams of Prvidr
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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crm
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digital transformation
Curtis Raams, CTO at Prvidr, leads the charge in revolutionising CRM and automation in Australia, aiming for global expansion with the innovative GO Platform.
Ingram Micro wins double AWS awards for innovation success
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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cloud services
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Ingram Micro has been honoured as AWS' Global Distributor Partner of the Year and Innovation Partner of the Year for LATAM for the second year running.
Ingram Micro aligns with AWS to boost cloud services
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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genai
Ingram Micro has unveiled a multi-year agreement with Amazon Web Services, enhancing technology and services for global channel partners via Xvantage.
Gigamon unveils Power of 3 for hybrid cloud visibility
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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hybrid cloud
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Gigamon has unveiled its Power of 3 initiative with Cribl and Blackwood, enhancing visibility and management for hybrid cloud infrastructures.
Brightcove enhances platform with Acquia partnership
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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ecm
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cx
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martech
Brightcove has unveiled major upgrades to its streaming platform through strategic partnerships, enhancing video content creation, distribution, and monetisation.