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 16
Check Point to acquire Veriti, boosting threat management suite
Wed, 28th May 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, enhancing threat exposure and risk management with AI-driven, multi-vendor defence integrated into its Infinity Platform.
Zscaler named leader by Gartner & IDC for cloud security
Tue, 27th May 2025
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saas
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Zscaler has been named a leader by Gartner and IDC for its cloud security and data loss prevention platforms, reinforcing its Zero Trust credentials.
Pureprofile unveils Datarubico to streamline research insights
Tue, 27th May 2025
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saas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Pureprofile launches Datarubico, a self-serve platform offering brands greater control and cost-efficiency in research insights and sample management.
Exclusive: DigiCert eyes growth in ANZ as cyber threats escalate
Mon, 26th May 2025
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iot security
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quantum computing
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genai
DigiCert plans growth in ANZ amid rising cyber attacks and quantum computing threats, boosting digital trust with local deployment of DigiCert ONE platform.
Zeller app launches mobile invoicing to tackle AUD $115bn debt
Mon, 26th May 2025
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financial systems
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devices
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it debt
Zeller launches mobile invoicing in its app to help Australian SMEs tackle AUD $115bn in late payments, boosting cash flow with faster invoice settlements.
LG offers affordable Apple TV+ monthly rate on smart TVs
Mon, 26th May 2025
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digital entertainment
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devices
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tv
LG Smart TV owners in New Zealand can stream Apple TV+ for NZD $3.99 monthly for three months, with plans renewing at NZD $14.99 thereafter.
Elastic completes acquisition of AIOps company Keep
Mon, 26th May 2025
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aiops
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open source
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ai
Elastic says Keep’s automation tools will strengthen its AI and ML-powered observability and security offerings.
Elastic adds hybrid search support for Microsoft Semantic Kernel
Mon, 26th May 2025
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rpa
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aiops
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ai
Elastic brings hybrid search to Microsoft Semantic Kernel, improving query results for .NET developers.
RMBL boosts efficiency with AI & Appian platform overhaul
Mon, 26th May 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
RMBL has enhanced efficiency and cut client queries by 23% after adopting Appian’s AI platform, boosting document accuracy to over 95%.
Reolink launches Altas 2K battery camera with pre-recording
Mon, 26th May 2025
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smart home
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data privacy
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privacy
Reolink launches the Altas 2K battery camera in Australia, ohfeaturing 10-second pre-recording to capture crucial event details.
Customer Science upgrades CX Integrator with AI & automation
Mon, 26th May 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Customer Science upgrades its CX Integrator with AI and automation, offering Aussie businesses a cost-effective, tailored approach to improving customer experience.
Seagate raises share buyback to USD $5 billion, sets 2028 goals
Mon, 26th May 2025
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storage
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hyperscale
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edge computing
Seagate boosts its share buyback to USD $5 billion, unveiling new 2028 financial goals and plans to lead storage innovation with HAMR technology.
Singapore cardholders can use rewards to offset carbon footprint
Mon, 26th May 2025
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ai
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payment technologies
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clean technologies
Singapore cardholders can convert up to 8% of DCS Visa Platinum Card spending into carbon offsets, supporting biodiversity via a new app feature from June.
Exclusive: AUSCERT's General Manager on importance of adapting to change
Fri, 23rd May 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
AUSCERT's GM Ivano Bongiovanni urged cybersecurity pros to adapt skills and embrace innovation as AI reshapes the industry and new global contests emerge.
Exclusive: National cyber security coordinator says upcoming laws will elevate digital safety
Fri, 23rd May 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threat
Australia's new Cyber Security Act, starting next week, mandates ransomware reporting and smart device standards, aiming for a resilient digital future.
Exclusive: CyXcel urges UK firms to rethink supply chain risk
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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ransomware
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Cybercriminals target suppliers over UK firms, exploiting supply chain weaknesses as many companies remain dangerously unprepared, warns CyXcel's Ngaire Guzzetti.
Exclusive: Cyber expert Louise Hanna warns education, proactive strategies lacking
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Cybersecurity expert Louise Hanna warns Australian organisations lack education and proactive strategies, urging caution amid AI hype and supply chain risks.
Google unveils Beam for AI-driven 3D video communication
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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uc
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martech
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e-learning
Google launches Beam, an AI-powered 3D video platform enhancing remote calls with realistic visuals and near real-time translation, no special glasses needed.
Google unveils SynthID Detector to verify AI-generated content
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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open source
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genai
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ai
Google launches SynthID Detector, a portal to verify if images, audio, video, or text contain AI-generated SynthID watermarks for content authenticity.
Google brings Gemini AI to Android XR glasses & headsets
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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data privacy
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agentic ai
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google
Google is integrating its Gemini AI into smart glasses and headsets via Android XR, enabling hands-free, context-aware digital assistance for users.