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 21
Cisco reports mixed financial performance amidst challenging market conditions
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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data analytics
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cybersecurity
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cisco
Cisco Australia has reported a mixed fiscal performance for 2024, with revenue down to AUD $2,274.9 million but service revenue up by 8.1%.
Sage partners with BDO to expand Intacct in New Zealand
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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data analytics
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bi
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sage
Sage has teamed up with BDO Information Systems to enhance its Sage Intacct platform in New Zealand, boosting cloud financial management solutions for SMEs.
Syspro expands UK presence with NexSys acquisition
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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syspro
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visibility
SYSPRO has acquired UK software provider NexSys, enhancing its presence in the UK and broadening its European reach as part of growth strategy.
Elastic unveils new AI-powered serverless cloud service
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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storage
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hyperscale
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advanced persistent threat protection
Elastic has launched Elastic Cloud Serverless, a new AI-driven cloud service designed for real-time applications, enhancing scalability and flexibility.
83% of Australian firms receive AI-generated CVs with errors
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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job market
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meti
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acquisition
A report reveals 83% of Australian firms have received AI-generated resumes with false information, raising concerns over the hiring process.
Neat predicts AI & 5G to transform video collaboration by 2025
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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mfa
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data privacy
Neat forecasts that by 2025, AI and 5G will significantly transform video collaboration, driven by a projected global IT spend of USD $5.74 trillion.
Datadog expands database monitoring to support MongoDB
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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siem
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Datadog has expanded its Database Monitoring platform to include MongoDB, enhancing support for the five leading database types for improved efficiency.
Twilio unveils Linked Audiences integration for Redshift
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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hyperscale
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cx
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martech
Twilio has launched a public beta of Linked Audiences, enhancing personalised marketing capabilities for Amazon Redshift users, boosting engagement strategies.
PMT Communications celebrates achievements in 2024
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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uc
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telco
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pmt security
PMT Communications has reported a successful 2024, achieving new milestones in telecommunications and expanding services across various sectors.
Atturra acquires NZ's Plan B for NZD20.0M to expand services
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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partner programmes
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cloud services
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managed services
Atturra has acquired New Zealand's Plan B for NZD20.0M to enhance its cloud and managed services, expanding its reach across Australia and New Zealand.
JBL launches modern AV receivers & stage 2 loudspeakers
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
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spotify
JBL has unveiled its latest Modern Audio AV Receivers and Stage 2 Loudspeakers, designed for effortless integration into contemporary home theatres.
Experts predict AI-driven cyber threats & defences by 2025
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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phishing
Experts from BlueVoyant and KnowBe4 warn that cyber threats will evolve by 2025, urging firms to adopt AI and enhance security awareness.
PanaAI & Junee join forces for NVIDIA AI supercomputer
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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genai
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ai
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cloud services
PanaAI has partnered with Junee to build the most powerful NVIDIA AI supercomputer in the Southern Hemisphere, set to launch in Australia by early 2025.
NetApp & AWS collaboration enhances hybrid cloud solutions
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
NetApp has launched an integrated solution with AWS Outposts, streamlining hybrid cloud deployments via its on-premises storage arrays through the AWS console.
Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Avast warns of a surge in fake online shops targeting New Zealanders, with nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites identified as the holiday shopping season nears.
Customer Science Group marks 10 years with growth surge
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Sydney's Customer Science Group celebrates a decade of success with a 50% revenue increase, marking its place in The Australian Financial Review's Fast 100 for 2024.
Rise in counterfeit websites threatens holiday shoppers
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
As the festive shopping season approaches, researchers have identified nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites, endangering online shoppers seeking deals.
Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A North Korean hacker attempted to infiltrate KnowBe4, prompting a swift response from the firm's security team that highlighted evolving cyber threats.
Canalys Forums 2024 set to break records with global tech leaders
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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ai security
The Canalys Forums 2024 are poised to set new records, bringing together over 3,000 global tech leaders for unprecedented networking and collaboration.
Logitech unveils Christmas gift guide for 2024
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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cleantech
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logitech
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productivity
Logitech has unveiled its 2024 Christmas gift guide, featuring innovative gadgets like the G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2 mouse and eco-friendly designs.