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.
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MagnaTerra raises AUD $11 million to expand landmine detection tech
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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csiro
Australian firm MagnaTerra secures AUD $11 million to advance handheld landmine detectors that identify key explosives TNT and RDX worldwide.
SentinelOne named strong performer in 2025 Gartner CSPM report
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saas
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cloud security
SentinelOne is a Strong Performer in the 2025 Gartner CSPM report, praised for its AI-powered Singularity Cloud Security platform and top user ratings.
Security Exhibition 2025 returns to explore risks and resilience
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smart cities
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surveillance
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iot
The Security Exhibition & Conference returns to ICC Sydney from 27-29 August 2025, showcasing advanced security tech and uniting industry professionals.
Integrate 2025 returns to Sydney with expanded AV programme
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uc
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ai security
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ai
Integrate 2025 returns to ICC Sydney this August, featuring expanded AV and security programmes to showcase cutting-edge technology and foster industry collaboration.
Motorola launches razr 60 & edge 60 pro with enhanced AI
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devices
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motorola
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jb hi-fi
Motorola launches razr 60 and edge 60 pro in Australia, featuring enhanced AI, durable design, and premium displays from AUD $1,199, available 10 July.
Celonis & Genpact launch app to cut supply chain transport costs
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supply chain
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erp
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clean technologies
Celonis and Genpact have launched an app to cut supply chain transport costs by improving efficiency, carrier performance, and real-time decision-making.
Exclusive: Global X sees AI ETFs as key to growth amid sector evolution
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robots
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semiconductors
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hyperscale
Global X leverages AI-focused ETFs to capture growth across the AI value chain, emphasising innovation and diversification amid sector hype and evolution.
LG reveals 2025 gram laptops with hybrid AI for portability
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ai
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devices
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stylus
LG's 2025 gram laptops blend lightweight design with hybrid AI, boosting portability and performance for professionals and students alike.
CareSuper partners with Macquarie for Azure migration, tech overhaul
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paas
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
CareSuper partners with Macquarie Cloud Services to migrate its AUD $57 billion tech infrastructure from AWS to Microsoft Azure for cost-effective modernisation.
SYSPRO acquires riteSOFT to boost digital manufacturing suite
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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erp
SYSPRO has acquired riteSOFT to integrate mobile warehouse and time tracking software, enhancing its digital manufacturing suite globally.
Exclusive: Demand in cybersecurity skills surges as ANZ firms ditch complacency
Last month
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phishing
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email security
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risk & compliance
Demand for cybersecurity skills in Australia and New Zealand surges as companies shift from complacency to prioritise staff training amid rising digital threats.
Experts give Qantas mixed reviews on cyber breach response
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data protection
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encryption
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breach prevention
A cyber attack on Qantas affecting six million customers exposes flaws in the airline’s security and crisis communication amid tighter privacy laws.
Fresh expert analysis reveals deeper concerns after Qantas cyber attack
Last month
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saas
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firewalls
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data protection
A cyber attack on Qantas highlights the rising threat from sophisticated hackers targeting top Australian brands and their data security.
Qantas breach sparks calls for stricter data security laws
Last month
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data protection
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martech
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supply chain
Qantas has suffered a major data breach via a third-party platform, igniting demands for tougher data security laws in Australia.
Exclusive: Why AI is putting content governance at the core of brand authority
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digital transformation
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ecm
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martech
Global consultancies like Deloitte are prioritising content governance as AI reshapes brand authority and digital content operations for large organisations.
UiPath leads 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant as RPA market grows
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devops
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digital transformation
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rpa
UiPath leads Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for RPA, marking seven years as a Leader amid rapid USD $3.8bn market growth and AI-driven automation advances.
Swyftx acquires Caleb & Brown to target wealthy US investors
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crypto
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defi
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easy crypto
Swyftx is acquiring US crypto brokerage Caleb & Brown to target wealthy investors, marking the largest crypto acquisition in Australasian history.
Exclusive: Qualys' Sam Salehi explains why ANZ firms are turning to risk platforms
Last month
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cloud security
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ai
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cybersecurity
Qualys' ANZ MD Sam Salehi says firms in Australia and New Zealand are adopting risk platforms amid a cybersecurity skills crisis and evolving threats.
Exetel launches single broadband plan at AUD $80 for 500 Mbps
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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uc
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hfc
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superloop
Exetel launches single AUD $80 broadband plan offering 500 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with no promos or price hikes for FTTP and HFC users.
HCLTech partners with OpenAI to drive enterprise AI adoption
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
HCLTech partners with OpenAI to integrate generative AI into its platforms, aiding enterprises in sectors like finance and healthcare to adopt AI at scale securely.