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 15
Edifier partners with Officeworks to roll out audio range nationwide
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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hybrid & remote work
Edifier partners with Officeworks to launch its audio range across 170+ Australian stores, offering headphones, speakers, and earbuds from AUD $59 to $1,099.
Infoblox unveils advanced AWS integrations for cloud security & IPAM
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Infoblox launches new AWS integrations to streamline hybrid cloud IP management and enhance security with advanced firewall threat intelligence tools.
Vistar Academy launches creative certification for DOOH sector
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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martech
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adtech
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vistar media
Vistar Media has launched a free certification, Accelerate, to boost creative skills for digital out-of-home advertising across the US, Canada, EMEA and APAC.
Anomali launches MSSP programme for enhanced cyber security in ANZ
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
Anomali launches an MSSP programme in Australia and New Zealand, offering enhanced multi-tenant cybersecurity management with AI and unified data analytics.
Informatica & Microsoft boost AI agent trust with cloud data
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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data privacy
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ai
Informatica and Microsoft unite to enhance AI agents' trustworthiness by integrating cloud data services with Microsoft Foundry for secure, compliant AI solutions.
Check Point & Microsoft boost Copilot Studio AI security tools
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data protection
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dlp
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ai security
Check Point and Microsoft have teamed up to enhance AI security in Copilot Studio, offering enterprises advanced protection against data leaks and compliance risks.
Kay Pang Law Practise launches in Singapore for tech startups
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data protection
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physical security
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risk & compliance
Kay Pang Law Practise launches in Singapore, offering tech startups access to senior legal guidance for compliance, governance and growth support.
3DiVi unveils public deepfake detector for open video analysis
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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transparency
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open access
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identity verification
3DiVi has launched a free online deepfake detector offering frame-by-frame video analysis without the need for specialist software, aiding verification and compliance.
Australian firms shift focus to data quality over AI excitement
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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ai
By 2026, Australian firms will prioritise data quality and governance over AI hype, focusing on measurable outcomes and strong tech foundations, says Notitia.
AI to handle 60 per cent of Australian customer queries by 2027
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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cx
AI is set to handle 60% of Australian customer queries by 2027, up from 31%, transforming service operations and boosting business efficiency.
Cleanverse unveils compliance-native layer for on-chain finance
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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agentic ai
Cleanverse International launches a compliance-native layer in Singapore, linking verified identities to stablecoins for regulated, traceable on-chain finance.
Siemens & Delta launch modular power solutions for data centres
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
Siemens and Delta partner to deliver modular, prefabricated power solutions cutting data centre deployment time by 50%, costs by 20%, and emissions by 27%.
AliExpress partners with Homart to launch wellness store in Australia
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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online shopping
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black friday
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aliexpress
AliExpress partners with Homart to launch an online wellness store in Australia, offering vitamins, skincare, and lifestyle products with plans to expand to 200 SKUs.
Gen Z Australians drive surge in short-term options trading
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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fintech
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engineering
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it department
Gen Z Australians are driving a 66% surge in Tiger Trade sign-ups, favouring short-term options trading amid volatile markets and cost-of-living pressures.
New Zealand jobs rise but wages & hours fall amid caution
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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ai
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employment hero
New Zealand jobs rose 4.5% over the year, yet wages slipped and hours fell, as workers juggle multiple roles amid ongoing employer caution.
CyberArk unveils tools to ease burden of frequent TLS renewals
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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pam
CyberArk launches tools to help firms manage rising TLS certificate renewals as validity shrinks from 398 to 47 days by 2029, easing operational strain.
Ransomware attacks surge in October with US and Europe the big drivers
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks surged 41% in October to 594 incidents, heavily targeting industrial, consumer, and healthcare sectors, mainly in North America and Europe.
Phinergy & Rosendin to deliver zero-emission backup power
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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ai
Phinergy and Rosendin team up to deliver aluminium-air zero-emission backup power systems, targeting North American data centres seeking fossil-free alternatives.
AI-powered fraud could cost firms USD $11.5 billion by 2027
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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iam
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risk & compliance
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genai
AI-driven digital fraud, including deepfakes and fake personas, could cost firms USD $11.5 billion globally by 2027, outpacing traditional defences.
AI & retail media are set to transform UK shopping by 2026
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
By 2026, AI and advanced retail media will revolutionise UK shopping, with brands like John Lewis and Ocado leading a shift towards smarter, personalised consumer engagement.