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 12
My Mind Check reaches 20,000 students in first school year
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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education, learning & training
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macquarie university
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students
More than 20,000 Australian students accessed free mental health support via My Mind Check in its first year, spanning 200 schools nationwide.
BioCatch unveils Connect 2.0 to combat rising banking fraud
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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ueba
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risk & compliance
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ai
BioCatch launches Connect 2.0, a platform using behavioural and device data to fight rising digital banking fraud and AI-driven financial crimes globally.
Cyber Monday shoppers urged to safeguard data amid online scams
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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malware
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data protection
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vpns
Cyber Monday shoppers are urged to protect their data from scams like fake sites, phishing emails and insecure payments during the online shopping surge.
AI boosts entry-level jobs but heightens workplace stress in Australia
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
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ai ethics & governance
AI adoption in Australia boosts entry-level jobs by 41%, yet employers report rising workplace stress and a need for stronger AI governance.
AI subscriptions now top priority over streaming for Americans
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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digital entertainment
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ai
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netflix
AI subscriptions have overtaken streaming as Americans’ top digital priority, with 67% deeming AI tools essential for work and daily life.
Meta ad testing mistakes costing eCommerce brands profit, expert warns
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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martech
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partner programmes
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e-commerce
Ecommerce brands lose profit on Meta ads due to outdated testing, warns expert, urging smarter focus beyond ROAS to improve campaign efficiency and scale.
Webull Malaysia launches Moneybull cash fund with 6% bonus rate
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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inflation
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bank negara malaysia
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asset management
Webull Malaysia launches Moneybull, a Shariah-compliant cash fund offering up to 6% bonus returns and instant access for investors with no fees.
Procure Connect to manage NZD $51.5 billion in public spending
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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productivity
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smb
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public sector
New Zealand launches Procure Connect to streamline management of NZD $51.5 billion public spending, boosting efficiency and access for local businesses.
APAC surge in agentic AI adoption sparks new cyber risks focus
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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pam
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cloud security
Asia-Pacific firms are rapidly adopting autonomous AI agents, raising new cybersecurity risks linked to managing AI system identities and access permissions.
AppsFlyer unveils AI-powered marketing tools for app-first brands
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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data analytics
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martech
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commerce systems
AppsFlyer launches Modern Marketing Cloud, an AI-powered platform with eight new tools boosting mobile-first app marketing across Southeast Asia.
How NZ workers can double holiday breaks with 2026 leave hacks
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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anzac day
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work-life balance
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employee rights
In 2026, New Zealand workers can potentially double holiday breaks by strategically using annual leave around Easter, Anzac Day and other public holidays.
CloudMile to boost AI adoption for firms with SGD $150m ECI fund
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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genai
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ai
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data governance
CloudMile partners with Digital Industry Singapore to drive AI adoption in local firms via the SGD $150m Enterprise Compute Initiative fund.
Google DeepMind opens Singapore lab to drive AI in Asia Pacific
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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genai
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llms
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ai
Google DeepMind has launched its first Southeast Asian lab in Singapore to advance AI research and support regional language, culture, and innovation initiatives.
Suprema honoured for fifteen years in global security top 50
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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data protection
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iot security
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physical security
Suprema has secured a place in the Global Top 50 security companies for 15 years running, recognised for strong revenue and innovation in AI and cloud solutions.
MyRepsoft unveils AI platform to automate financial data entry
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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data analytics
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fintech
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financial systems
Auckland's MyRepsoft has launched an AI platform that automates financial data entry, cutting labour costs and boosting efficiency by 85% for enterprises.
Darumatic becomes first SUSE training partner in Australia
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
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suse
Sydney-based Darumatic is Australia's first authorised SUSE training partner, enhancing local access to official cloud-native and open-source tech courses.
AspireOS launches to help banks modernise SME business banking
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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cx
Aspire launches AspireOS, a modular AI-powered platform helping banks modernise SME business banking without replacing core systems.
Teacher's Buddy raises AUD $1.85m to tackle teacher burnout
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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teched
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edtech
Australian edtech firm Teacher's Buddy secures AUD $1.85m to ease teacher burnout by cutting admin tasks and expanding internationally.
AI reshapes entry-level jobs & skills in Australian workplaces
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
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ai
AI is transforming Australian entry-level jobs, slowing hiring and shifting skills from degrees to technical certifications and practical experience.
Entersekt launches Orkestrate API to tackle USD $40 billion fraud risk
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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uc
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fintech
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cybersecurity
Entersekt launches Orkestrate API, helping banks cut fraud risk worth USD $40 billion by simplifying digital authentication with a single integration.