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 48
Kore.ai & TeKnowledge partner to deliver scalable AI at enterprise level
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Kore.ai and TeKnowledge have partnered to help enterprises scale AI adoption beyond pilots, enhancing customer service and business operations globally.
Keith Andrews Trucks streamlines onboarding with Nintex automation
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Keith Andrews Trucks has adopted Nintex automation to streamline onboarding, training, and health and safety reporting across New Zealand operations.
Wiise partners with Tasklet to boost warehouse management for SMEs
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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erp
Wiise partners with Tasklet Factory to integrate warehouse management into its ERP platform, enhancing operations for SMEs in Australia and New Zealand.
New Zealand business optimism surges as firms embrace AI gains
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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ai
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productivity
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inflation
Optimism among New Zealand firms hits a peak since 2021, as 45% anticipate growth, boosted by AI-driven productivity and rising customer demand in 2025.
Kitchener deploys AI system to boost school zone safety citywide
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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road safety
Kitchener deploys AI-powered system across 64 school zones, doubling enforcement coverage and enhancing safety during school hours citywide.
Australian firms cite connectivity costs as barrier to 5G adoption
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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network infrastructure
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iot
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ai
Australian businesses see high connectivity costs as a key barrier to 5G adoption, limiting innovation, productivity, and sustainability efforts nationwide.
AI set to transform customer experience & loyalty in 2025
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
In 2025, AI will revolutionise customer experience, with 86% of US consumers recognising its value and a shift towards faster, digital-first service.
Shipperfy launches to streamline ecommerce shipping for SMEs
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
Sydney-based Correllink launches Shipperfy, a platform that streamlines shipping for SMEs by consolidating orders across eBay, Amazon and Shopify.
Genetec upgrades Security Center SaaS with new cloud features
Mon, 16th Jun 2025
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saas
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
Genetec upgrades Security Center SaaS with new cloud features, boosting flexibility and enabling seamless hybrid or cloud-native physical security management.
APAC leads with USD $11.3m average AI spend as global gap widens
Mon, 16th Jun 2025
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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cx
Asia Pacific leads global AI investment with an average spend of USD $11.3m, as companies worldwide increase AI budgets by 250%, widening the adoption gap.
Prospecta rolls out 5G network at GemLife to boost smart city tech
Mon, 16th Jun 2025
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network infrastructure
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smart cities
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digital transformation
Prospecta Utilities launches a standalone 5G network at GemLife Gold Coast, enhancing smart device connectivity and paving the way for smart cities across Australia.
ECI Software wins eight TrustRadius awards for customer satisfaction
Mon, 16th Jun 2025
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cx
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martech
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erp
ECI Software Solutions has secured eight 2025 TrustRadius Top Rated Awards, reflecting strong customer satisfaction across various sectors and product lines.
Amazon to invest AUD $20 billion in Australian AI expansion
Mon, 16th Jun 2025
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hyperscale
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genai
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ai
Amazon will invest AUD $20 billion to expand its Australian data centres from 2025-29, aiming to boost AI adoption and create skilled jobs nationwide.
VivaTech 2025 sees record turnout & surging AI innovation
Mon, 16th Jun 2025
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hyperscale
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fintech
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martech
VivaTech 2025 attracted 180,000 global visitors, highlighting a 40% surge in AI exhibitors and fostering 640,000 business connections across 171 nationalities.
Datadog launches enhanced log tools for cost & compliance needs
Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Datadog unveils enhanced log management tools helping firms cut costs and meet strict compliance, including long-term retention and local data storage options.
Hisense launches HT SATURN surround system in Australia
Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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home theatre
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hisense
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uled
Hisense launches the HT SATURN 4.1.2 surround sound system in Australia, priced at AUD $1,199, featuring Devialet-tuned audio and Dolby Atmos support.
Exclusive: Why cyber leaders must think like business leaders in APAC
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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malware
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ddos
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phishing
Cybersecurity leaders in APAC must blend technical skills with business insight to align cyber risks with enterprise goals, says Check Point’s Jayant Dave.
Exclusive: How ‘essential’ internships are easing Australia’s tech skills shortage
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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ai
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internships
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digital strategy
Australian universities and tech firms are partnering on immersive internships to bridge the 1.3 million tech skills gap by 2030 and boost job readiness.
Trend Micro unveils AI Factory to boost agentic AI security
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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ai security
Trend Micro launches Secure AI Factory, using NVIDIA's blueprint to enhance safety measures across AI lifecycle, securing models, data and deployment.
Exclusive: CIOs push back on SAP upgrade deadline amid cost fears
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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supply chain
CIOs resist SAP’s S/4HANA upgrade deadline, citing high costs and risks, while exploring third-party support and innovation beyond the vendor’s roadmap.