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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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Qualtrics & SAP partner to enhance employee experiences

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Qualtrics has partnered with SAP to enhance employee experiences, integrating its XM platform with SAP SuccessFactors to boost engagement and productivity.
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Gallagher's 2025 report highlights evolving security trends

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Gallagher Security's latest Security Industry Trends Report 2025 reveals a pivotal shift, prioritising human factors and trust in evolving security system strategies worldwide.
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Workers cautious about AI despite increased utilisation

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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A new study reveals that while 58% of workers in the US and UK are using agentic AI, concerns over its quality and emotional intelligence remain high.
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F5 launches AI assistant to boost network security control

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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network security
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F5 has launched an AI-powered assistant for its Distributed Cloud Services, designed to enhance oversight and security for network and security teams.
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C3ntro Telecom enhances network in Mexico with Infinera

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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network upgrade
C3ntro Telecom has upgraded its data centre network in Mexico, enhancing connectivity capacity to 1.6 Tb/s between Mexico City and Queretaro with Infinera's solutions.
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Vectra AI launches global scholarship for cybersecurity skills

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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Vectra AI has launched the Vectra AI Scholars Programme to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage, inviting students globally to innovate using AI against cyber threats.
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Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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New research reveals the manufacturing sector was hit hardest by cyber attacks in Q3 2024, with 394 ransomware incidents accounting for 71% of all cases.
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Bitcoin reaches USD $100,000, joins top global assets list

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Binance Australia's latest report reveals a 39.9% surge in crypto market capitalisation to USD $3.47 trillion, driven by investor optimism and Bitcoin hitting USD $100,000.
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Pegasystems launches AI-enhanced solution for bank disputes

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Pegasystems has launched enhanced generative AI and automation tools in Pega Smart Dispute to help banks manage rising payment dispute volumes efficiently.
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TeamViewer acquires 1E in USD $720 million landmark deal

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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TeamViewer has announced the acquisition of London-based 1E for USD $720 million, aiming to enhance its digital workplace offerings by 2025.
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BlackBerry forecasts cybersecurity challenges for 2025

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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BlackBerry's David Wiseman warns of rising cybersecurity threats in Australia, predicting escalated challenges in 2025 linked to telecoms and political figures.
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Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.
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83% of Australian firms receive AI-generated CVs with errors

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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A report reveals 83% of Australian firms have received AI-generated resumes with false information, raising concerns over the hiring process.
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Bugcrowd attains global CREST accreditation for services

Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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Bugcrowd has secured global CREST accreditation, enhancing its penetration testing services and commitment to cybersecurity standards across multiple regions.
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Exclusive: How AI is revolutionising GP workflows, patient care

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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GP Karl Cole highlights the revolutionary impact of AI on medical workflows and patient care, improving efficiency and reducing clinician burnout.
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Weee! partners with Topsort to boost retail media strategy

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Topsort has teamed up with Weee!, the largest Asian supermarket online in the US, to enhance retail media, aiming to empower sellers and boost visibility.
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AuditBoard study reveals internal audit struggles in 2025

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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New research by AuditBoard reveals a troubling mismatch between rising business risks and stagnant internal audit resources, complicating risk management efforts.
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Conduktor raises USD $30 million to boost US expansion

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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encryption
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data privacy
Data management platform Conduktor has raised USD $30 million in Series B funding to fuel its expansion into the US market amid soaring real-time data demand.
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Quantum Brilliance sells accelerator to Fraunhofer IAF

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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healthcare
Quantum Brilliance has sold a room-temperature quantum accelerator to Germany's Fraunhofer Institute, enhancing its AI integration and quantum research capabilities.
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El Capitan: world's fastest exascale supercomputer debuts

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise has delivered El Capitan, the world's fastest exascale supercomputer, to the US Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore Laboratory.