About Melvin
Melvin Hipolito
Editor
Melvin, a maths teacher, seamlessly balances his analytical business skills, evident in his ability to streamline operations and create clear documentation, with a deep passion for the imaginative narratives of anime and comics, demonstrating a versatile mind that thrives on both logic and creativity.
FYI, this is an ex-employee of TechDay.
Stories by Melvin - Page 25
US Air Force adopts Oracle AI cloud suite to boost efficiency
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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hcm
The US Air Force has adopted Oracle's AI-powered Fusion Cloud Applications to enhance efficiency in finance, HR, and supply chain management with robust security.
Be.EV slashes ultra-rapid EV charging to 39p/kWh nationwide
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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cartech
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clean technologies
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renewable energy
Be.EV cuts ultra-rapid EV charging to 39p/kWh, offering cheaper public charging for drivers lacking off-street parking across the UK.
Virtual Veterans AI project wins VALA Award for Queensland library
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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ai security
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ai
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cybersecurity
ORCA Opti's AI chatbot, Virtual Veterans, won the 2025 VALA Award for engaging users with WWI history at the State Library of Queensland securely.
LG India lists in USD $1.31 billion debut, unveils growth plan
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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stock market
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bcg
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lg
LG Electronics India debuts on the National Stock Exchange, raising USD $1.31 billion and unveiling plans to deepen local manufacturing and market presence.
QBE Re appoints Cindy Foo as Asia treaty head based in Singapore
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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partner programmes
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business strategy
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job moves
QBE Re appoints Cindy Foo as Head of Asia, Treaty, to lead growth from its new regional hub in Singapore, excluding Japan business managed from London.
Australian AI investment lags but ROI set to double by 2028
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Australian firms invest less in AI than global rivals, yet ROI is set to nearly double from 15% to 29% by 2028, boosting returns from USD $3.2m to $8.2m.
Rebekah Horne joins Golf Australia Board to drive digital focus
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Rebekah Horne, Apple Australia's Software & Services Director, joins Golf Australia Board to advance its digital transformation and boost golf participation.
New Relic appoints Simon Rizkalla to drive APAC observability push
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
New Relic appoints Simon Rizkalla as VP of Customer Advocacy for Asia-Pacific and Japan to boost observability and AI-driven tech adoption.
SAP appoints Lee Marshall to drive AI adoption in ANZ region
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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cdp
SAP has named Lee Marshall as Head of AI for ANZ to boost enterprise AI adoption, leveraging his 35+ years experience in digital and AI transformation.
Tenable Cloud Security clears IRAP PROTECTED, Microsoft patches 167 flaws
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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multi-cloud
Tenable Cloud Security gains IRAP PROTECTED approval, assuring Aussie government use; Microsoft patches 167 flaws, including critical zero-days in October update.
Barracuda updates BarracudaONE to speed email threat response for MSPs
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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dr
Barracuda updates BarracudaONE, boosting MSPs' email threat response up to ten times faster and automating billing with new PSA integrations.
JAVLN names new senior leaders to drive AI & ANZ expansion
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
JAVLN appoints three senior leaders to boost AI innovation and accelerate expansion across Australia and New Zealand’s insurance software markets.
Boomi appoints Diane Fanelli as Chief Revenue Officer for global growth
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
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erp
Boomi has appointed Diane Fanelli as Chief Revenue Officer to drive global growth and advance its AI-driven enterprise integration and automation platform.
Oracle brings AI-powered database to AWS with wider partner reach
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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devops
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
Oracle expands Oracle Database@AWS with AI-powered features and a new partner programme, broadening enterprise access through AWS channels globally.
Oracle unveils OCI Dedicated Region25 for AI cloud services on-site
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Oracle launches OCI Dedicated Region25, enabling AI cloud services on-site with a compact, three-rack footprint for faster, flexible deployments.
Phosphorus names Brett Raphael Chief Revenue Officer amid growth
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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iot security
Phosphorus appoints Brett Raphael as Chief Revenue Officer to lead global growth amid rising demand for its xIoT security platform.
Topsort enters UK with Phuzion Media deal & new manager
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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martech
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ai
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adtech
US AI firm Topsort enters UK via Phuzion Media acquisition, appointing Stefano Biondi as General Manager to boost local retail media presence.
Cropster acquires Firescope to expand reach in Asian coffee market
Tue, 14th Oct 2025
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data analytics
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supply chain
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investment
Cropster has acquired South Korea-based Firescope to expand in Asia, supporting 3,000+ roasters and enhancing its global coffee supply platform.
Som Satsangi joins Vehere Board to boost cyber innovation
Tue, 14th Oct 2025
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ndr
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ai
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cybersecurity
Som Satsangi, ex-SVP of Hewlett Packard Enterprise India, joins Vehere board to drive cyber innovation and bolster India’s digital security ambitions.
Industry leaders urge blockchain policy to protect NZ GDP future
Tue, 14th Oct 2025
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uc
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agricultural technology
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blockchain
Industry leaders warn New Zealand faces losing billions in GDP unless government acts to develop clear blockchain policy and regulatory frameworks.