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 1
Exclusive: How WorldFirst’s new World Card offers SMEs a cost-saving edge
Yesterday
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fintech
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financial systems
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payment technologies
WorldFirst's new World Card, launched in Australia, helps SMEs cut cross-border payment costs with no FX fees and 1% cashback across 210 countries.
Enterprise IoT systems now track 166,000 assets daily
Yesterday
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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bi
Large enterprises now track over 166,000 assets daily using IoT, evolving from simple location tracking to integrated systems monitoring multiple attributes.
AI-powered scams surge online as Microsoft blocks USD $4bn
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phishing
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email security
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Microsoft's report reveals a surge in AI-powered scams, blocking USD $4bn in fraud and detecting 1.6 million bot signups per hour online.
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 FE range with AI in Australia
Yesterday
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ai
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samsung
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telstra
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 FE and FE+ in Australia with AI features, from AUD $849, offering enhanced performance and a larger display for productivity and leisure.
Exclusive: How Netskope built a high-growth culture across APAC
Yesterday
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saas
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cloud security
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hcm
Netskope's rapid rise in APAC is credited to patience and cultural investment, as the firm now transforms cloud security growth across the region.
Exclusive: How Proofpoint's partnership with Microsoft is enhancing security
Yesterday
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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dlp
Proofpoint has partnered with Microsoft to enhance cybersecurity for shared customers, focusing on economic value and addressing generative AI threats.
Auctane streamlines billing with expanded BillingPlatform use
Yesterday
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commerce systems
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software
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subscriptions
Auctane is expanding its use of BillingPlatform to streamline billing and financial reporting across its growing suite of shipping products worldwide.
Australian firms grow wary of AI yet boost digital focus
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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ai
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cleantech
Autodesk's report shows Australian building and design leaders face cost, talent challenges, with AI optimism dipping amid high living costs and inflation in 2024.
Gallagher Security reveals new future-focused solutions
Yesterday
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physical security
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Gallagher Security showcased innovative products like QuickSwitch and Command Centre v9.30 at The Security Event 2025 in Birmingham's NEC.
AI & personalisation drive new luxury demand in Aussie dining
Yesterday
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data analytics
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cx
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cdp
Research shows 65% of Australian restaurants use AI to enhance personalisation, boost efficiency, and meet rising consumer expectations in hospitality.
Forrester names Dynatrace top in AIOps platforms for 2025
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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aiops
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ai
Forrester has highlighted Dynatrace as a leader in AIOps, recognising its Davis AI engine for exceptional root cause analysis and automated remediation features.
AI's impact on Australian software engineering industry
2 days ago
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application security
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devsecops
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ai
Sabrina Farmer, Chief Technology Officer at GitLab, asserts that AI will transform Australian workplaces without eliminating software engineers' roles.
OutSystems to host AI-focused ONE Conference for global experts
2 days ago
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low-code
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genai
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ai
OutSystems has revealed plans for its ONE Conference 2025, aiming to unite global experts on AI-driven software development advancements.
KPMG & Ellucian form alliance to boost student solutions
3 days ago
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saas
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edutech
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digital transformation
KPMG Australia and Ellucian have forged a partnership, marking Ellucian's first in Australia, to enhance student management solutions for universities.
Twilio finds RCS adoption rising among mobile industry pros
3 days ago
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crm
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encryption
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cx
Research from Twilio reveals that nearly half of mobile professionals have adopted Rich Communication Services, with 60% citing its positive impact on customer communications.
UK businesses lead in AI adoption, outpacing global peers
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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martech
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partner programmes
New research reveals that 93% of UK businesses have gained efficiencies from generative AI, surpassing the global average, with strong investment plans ahead.
Australia leads global push in GenAI strategy adoption
3 days ago
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
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genai
Australia outpaces global counterparts in adopting Generative Artificial Intelligence strategies, with over 80% of firms implementing GenAI despite skills shortages.
Finalists for 2025 AfricaTech Awards announced
3 days ago
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fintech
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healthtech
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cleantech
The 2025 AfricaTech Awards have unveiled 45 finalist startups from diverse sectors, celebrating innovation and impact in Africa's tech landscape.
Illumio unveils AI-powered cloud detection & response tool
3 days ago
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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network security
Illumio has unveiled Illumio Insights, a new cloud detection and response tool enhanced by AI, designed to improve threat detection across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Amazon's APS welcomes inclusion of Melbourne startup Vudoo
4 days ago
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payment technologies
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amazon
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digital advertising
Amazon has welcomed Melbourne-based adtech startup Vudoo into its Publisher Services Connections Marketplace, enhancing publishers' ability to monetise content effectively.