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
Qualtrics study reveals just 7% of Aussie execs want to lead in AI use for CX
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Only 7% of Australian executives aim to lead in AI adoption for customer experience, risking falling behind in a $2 trillion AUD market, says Qualtrics.
Qualtrics helps Asia Pacific firms boost customer experience
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digital transformation
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martech
Qualtrics is aiding Asia Pacific firms like CBA and MSB to enhance customer loyalty and engagement through advanced feedback and AI-driven insights.
Exclusive: Brian Stucki discusses Australian executives' hesitation surrounding AI
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data privacy
Qualtrics' Brian Stucki warns Australian firms risk missing out on AUD $2 trillion in AI-driven value due to regulatory uncertainty and executive caution.
Australian firms slow to lead despite AI offering AUD $2 trillion
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digital transformation
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Despite AI offering AUD $2 trillion in value, only 7% of Australian executives aim to lead adoption, lagging far behind global peers.
Check Point to acquire Veriti, boosting threat management suite
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, enhancing threat exposure and risk management with AI-driven, multi-vendor defence integrated into its Infinity Platform.
Zscaler named leader by Gartner & IDC for cloud security
2 days ago
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saas
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Zscaler has been named a leader by Gartner and IDC for its cloud security and data loss prevention platforms, reinforcing its Zero Trust credentials.
Pureprofile unveils Datarubico to streamline research insights
3 days ago
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saas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Pureprofile launches Datarubico, a self-serve platform offering brands greater control and cost-efficiency in research insights and sample management.
Exclusive: DigiCert eyes growth in ANZ as cyber threats escalate
3 days ago
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iot security
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quantum computing
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genai
DigiCert plans growth in ANZ amid rising cyber attacks and quantum computing threats, boosting digital trust with local deployment of DigiCert ONE platform.
Zeller app launches mobile invoicing to tackle AUD $115bn debt
3 days ago
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financial systems
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it debt
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zeller
Zeller launches mobile invoicing in its app to help Australian SMEs tackle AUD $115bn in late payments, boosting cash flow with faster invoice settlements.
LG offers affordable Apple TV+ monthly rate on smart TVs
3 days ago
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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tv
LG Smart TV owners in New Zealand can stream Apple TV+ for NZD $3.99 monthly for three months, with plans renewing at NZD $14.99 thereafter.
Elastic completes acquisition of AIOps company Keep
3 days ago
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aiops
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open source
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ai
Elastic says Keep’s automation tools will strengthen its AI and ML-powered observability and security offerings.
Elastic adds hybrid search support for Microsoft Semantic Kernel
3 days ago
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rpa
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aiops
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Elastic brings hybrid search to Microsoft Semantic Kernel, improving query results for .NET developers.
RMBL boosts efficiency with AI & Appian platform overhaul
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
RMBL has enhanced efficiency and cut client queries by 23% after adopting Appian’s AI platform, boosting document accuracy to over 95%.
Reolink launches Altas 2K battery camera with pre-recording
3 days ago
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smart home
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data privacy
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privacy
Reolink launches the Altas 2K battery camera in Australia, ohfeaturing 10-second pre-recording to capture crucial event details.
Seagate raises share buyback to USD $5 billion, sets 2028 goals
Last week
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storage
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hyperscale
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edge computing
Seagate boosts its share buyback to USD $5 billion, unveiling new 2028 financial goals and plans to lead storage innovation with HAMR technology.
Customer Science upgrades CX Integrator with AI & automation
Last week
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Customer Science upgrades its CX Integrator with AI and automation, offering Aussie businesses a cost-effective, tailored approach to improving customer experience.
Singapore cardholders can use rewards to offset carbon footprint
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ai
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payment technologies
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cleantech
Singapore cardholders can convert up to 8% of DCS Visa Platinum Card spending into carbon offsets, supporting biodiversity via a new app feature from June.
Exclusive: AUSCERT's General Manager on importance of adapting to change
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
AUSCERT's GM Ivano Bongiovanni urged cybersecurity pros to adapt skills and embrace innovation as AI reshapes the industry and new global contests emerge.
Exclusive: National cyber security coordinator says upcoming laws will elevate digital safety
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
Australia's new Cyber Security Act, starting next week, mandates ransomware reporting and smart device standards, aiming for a resilient digital future.
Exclusive: CyXcel urges UK firms to rethink supply chain risk
Last week
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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business continuity
Cybercriminals target suppliers over UK firms, exploiting supply chain weaknesses as many companies remain dangerously unprepared, warns CyXcel's Ngaire Guzzetti.