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
How managed XDR boosts cyber security visibility for SMEs
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Data#3 launches Managed XDR service, using AI and 24/7 monitoring to boost cyber security visibility for resource-limited SMEs.
AWS launches AI Spring Australia to boost local AI innovation
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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genai
AWS is launching AI Spring Australia to boost local innovation, supporting startups with new AI programmes and expanding cloud infrastructure investment.
Bitdefender unveils GravityZone tool for easier compliance
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data protection
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ransomware
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breach prevention
Bitdefender launches GravityZone Compliance Manager to simplify regulatory compliance with real-time monitoring, automated reports, and streamlined audit readiness.
Claroty adds impact-centric tools for stronger CPS security
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saas
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Claroty’s new xDome features help firms prioritise cyber-physical system risks by business impact, boosting collaboration and security across operations.
NiCE announces 2025 partner awards for AI & automation excellence
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
NiCE has honoured partners across APAC and EMEA for driving AI and automation excellence in customer service with its 2025 International Partner Awards.
Rimini Street extends SAP support to 2040, promises savings
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digital transformation
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erp
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sap
Rimini Street will support all SAP ECC 6.0 and S/4HANA releases until 2040, offering up to 90% savings and avoiding costly SAP-mandated migrations.
Hands-on Review: Cricut Maker 4 brings pro-grade crafting to the desktop
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smartphones
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reviews
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personal computing devices
The Cricut Maker 4 is a powerful, fast desktop tool for precise DIY crafting, but its software issues may test users' patience.
Exclusive: Why Cyberattacks on Aussie businesses are becoming more advanced
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ransomware
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mfa
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cloud security
Australian businesses face more complex cyberattacks as AI-powered ransomware, BEC, and supply chain threats escalate, warns Borderless CS CEO Jayaprakash Muthusamy.
Samsung launches ePaper, eBoard and rugged Pro devices
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digital signage
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cleantech
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samsung
Samsung has launched its 2025 enterprise tech range in Australia, featuring energy-efficient displays, rugged devices, and smart collaboration tools for businesses.
Okta launches enhanced data recovery for Australia
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data protection
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dr
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iam
Okta upgrades disaster recovery in Australia, relocating services to Melbourne and ensuring data remains local with recovery in under five minutes.
Exclusive: Commvault on cyber resilience as the new battleground for enterprise data
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dr
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ransomware
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multi-cloud
Commvault's CTO Pranay Ahlawat warns cyber resilience is crucial as cyberattacks surge, costing enterprises an average of USD $5 million and 24 days to recover.
Yomojo expands Optus partnership to offer wider telecom suite
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uc
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network infrastructure
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optus
Yomojo has extended its partnership with Optus for three years, expanding to offer mobile, fixed wireless, and NBN services across Australia’s telecom network.
Datacom & 2degrees form ICT partnership to boost services
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digital transformation
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datacom
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managed it
Datacom and 2degrees have teamed up in a strategic partnership to offer enhanced ICT services, including managed IT, cloud, mobile, and cyber security across New Zealand.
Education Perfect revamps languages platform for schools in ANZ
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edutech
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e-learning
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education perfect
Education Perfect has relaunched its Languages platform for secondary schools in Australia and New Zealand to boost language learning amid declining enrolments.
Call for urgent business training to help NZ builders’ welfare
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mental health
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apprentices
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financial literacy
Business strategist Marti Amos urges urgent training reforms in NZ construction to boost financial literacy and mental health amid industry struggles.
Exclusive: WorkJam’s AI-driven evolution for a smarter frontline
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
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ai
WorkJam's frontline platform is revolutionising workplace engagement in APAC, delivering 407% ROI and transforming how businesses connect with staff.
Supply chain leaders invest in AI & tech for resilience, growth
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
Nearly 700 global supply chain leaders prioritise AI and new tech investments to boost resilience, efficiency, and sustainability over the next three years.
Study finds 84% of severe cyber incidents use LOTL methods
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Bitdefender research reveals 84% of severe cyberattacks exploit common system tools like netsh.exe, evading traditional defences with LOTL methods.
Cloudflare first to gain global certification for cross-border privacy
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data protection
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cloud security
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data privacy
Cloudflare is among the first to gain global certification under new cross-border privacy standards set by nine governments to unify data protection.
Zetaris and Equinix team up to accelerate agentic AI innovation globally
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hyperscale
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dc
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agentic ai
Zetaris teams with Equinix to speed up global agentic AI innovation, leveraging secure data centres and interconnection for rapid, scalable AI deployment.