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 29
Hands-on Review: iPhone 17 in sage green screams luxury and maturity
Mon, 6th Oct 2025
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uc
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5g & beyond
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ai
The iPhone 17 in sage green offers ProMotion display, improved cameras, and solid battery life, making it Apple's most complete standard iPhone to date.
Exclusive: Cloudera warns enterprises of looming AI cost crisis
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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open source
Cloudera intensifies its AI focus, helping enterprises harness data securely while managing costs and risks amid rising regulatory pressure and AI adoption.
Exclusive: Cloudera’s Carolyn Duby warns of rising AI-powered cybercrime
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
AI-driven cyberattacks now cost firms on average USD $4 million and 100 days to recover, raising security to a vital business priority worldwide.
Oura launches ceramic smart ring with four colours in Australia
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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noel leeming
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jb hi-fi
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harvey norman
Oura has launched its Ceramic Ring 4 in Australia and New Zealand in four colours, priced at AUD $799, now available at major retailers including Harvey Norman.
Fastly earns seventh consecutive Gartner choice for cloud WAAP
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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firewalls
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Fastly has secured its seventh consecutive Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice award for Cloud WAAP, praised for its Next-Gen WAF by 130 verified reviewers.
BlueVoyant joins Microsoft Sentinel to boost global cyber defence
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
BlueVoyant joins Microsoft Sentinel partner ecosystem, enhancing the AI-ready platform with custom solutions to strengthen global cyber defence efforts.
New device-free luxury retreat in Tasman urges visitors to 'switch off'
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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food and beverage
Domu Retreat in Tasman offers a luxury, tech-free wellness stay with Michelin-star chef-prepared meals, premium suites, and stunning coastal views.
Ring unveils new 2K & 4K security cameras with AI in ANZ
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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smart home
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genai
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ai
Ring launches new 2K and 4K security cameras in Australia and New Zealand, featuring AI-powered video descriptions and enhanced low-light imaging.
Samsung launches brand new 115-inch Neo QLED QN90F TV in Australia
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Samsung Australia unveils its largest TV yet, the 115-inch Neo QLED QN90F, with AI enhancements, priced from AUD $26,999 and now available for pre-order.
KnowBe4 Human Risk Management now available in Microsoft Store
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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ai
KnowBe4's Human Risk Management platform is now available via the Microsoft Security Store, simplifying deployment and integration with Microsoft Security solutions.
Exabeam Nova adds peer benchmarking to boost security posture
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
Exabeam Nova now offers peer benchmarking to help CISOs enhance security by anonymously comparing their operations with similar organisations in real time.
Genetec sees global growth in access control & surveillance
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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partner programmes
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physical security
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digital entertainment
Genetec ranks second globally in access control software, leading organic market share growth and topping video surveillance software charts, says Omdia report.
NSW tech sector to add 562,000 jobs, reach AUD $54bn by 2035
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
NSW's tech sector aims to add over 562,000 jobs by 2035, boosting its economic contribution to AUD $54bn, driven by growth in AI, fintech and cybersecurity.
Gemini security flaws exposed millions to silent data breaches
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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data privacy
Security flaws in Google’s Gemini AI exposed millions to unseen data breaches by enabling attackers to manipulate logs, search history and browsing tools.
Moreton Bay launches free digital tools for 1,000 businesses
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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financial systems
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erp
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xero
Moreton Bay offers 1,000 local businesses six months of free access to Xero and Constant Contact digital tools with training to boost growth and profits.
Dynatrace awarded AWS Generative AI Competency for observability
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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hyperscale
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multi-cloud
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ai security
Dynatrace has earned the AWS Generative AI Competency, highlighting its expertise in observability and governance of generative AI apps on AWS platforms.
UiPath unveils new AI automation suite to boost enterprise ROI
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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devops
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rpa
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apm
UiPath launches new AI automation suite with pre-built solutions and orchestration tools to boost enterprise efficiency and ROI in AI transformation.
Macquarie Telecom, Netskope unite to boost AI security in Australia
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Macquarie Telecom and Netskope partner to offer integrated AI, cloud, and network security, helping Australian firms tackle rising cyber threats and compliance demands.
Avalara launches agentic AI platform to automate tax compliance globally
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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rpa
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llms
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agentic ai
Avalara unveils an AI-powered platform featuring agentic AI that automates tax compliance workflows from start to finish, boosting accuracy and efficiency.
Illumio integrates with Microsoft Sentinel to boost AI security
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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network security
Illumio’s AI-driven security platform is deployed at Microsoft and integrated into Microsoft Sentinel, enhancing threat detection and containment in complex networks.