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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D2L's Brightspace named top LMS by Tambellini Group
Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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student experience
D2L's Brightspace named top teaching and learning system by Tambellini Group, praised for innovation and usability in the 2024 StarChart rankings.

CommScope highlights strategies to boost data centre sustainability
Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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connectivity
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bandwidth
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commscope
CommScope unveils cutting-edge strategies to enhance data centre sustainability, focusing on reducing carbon footprints, conserving space, and improving efficiency.

Exclusive: PMI sees major growth in Asia Pacific over past two decades
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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construction
Project Management Institute has experienced a 20-fold growth in Asia Pacific over two decades, driven by rising demand for skilled project professionals.

Exclusive: Ericsson’s Nathan McGregor outlines wireless tech innovations
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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network infrastructure
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sdn
Ericsson's Nathan McGregor details how the firm is driving wireless tech forward, enhancing enterprise connectivity with innovations in 5G, SASE, and more.

LogicMonitor achieves key security milestone with IRAP certification
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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data protection
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digital transformation
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encryption
LogicMonitor attains IRAP certification, underscoring its compliance with Australian Government security standards and boosting confidence in its cloud-based observability platform.

NCA's major crackdown on INDRIK SPIDER & Evil Corp
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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ransomware
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ai security
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crowdstrike
International authorities achieve significant breakthrough by indicting Aleksandr Ryzhenkov of INDRIK SPIDER, tightening the noose on Evil Corp's global cybercrime operations.

Logicalis Australia earns top status in Fortinet partnership
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Logicalis Australia attains Expert-level status in Fortinet’s Engage Partner Program, highlighting its sustained commitment to comprehensive cybersecurity solutions.

Elastic report: Azure outpaces AWS in 2024 cyber threats analysis
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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hyperscale
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Elastic Security Labs' latest Global Threat Report reveals a shift in cloud security dynamics, with Microsoft Azure overtaking AWS in anomalous activity, and a rise in AI-augmented cyber threats.

CareerVillage enhances platform with New Relic observability tools
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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apm
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software development
CareerVillage standardises its observability with New Relic, reducing page load times by 67% and boosting engineering productivity by 133%, supporting over seven million users.

Brisbane's Zeligate launches AI 'Zelis', prepares for Series A
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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productivity
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voice-to-text
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chatgpt
Brisbane's Zeligate unveils 'Zelis' AI workforce to streamline business tasks ahead of its 2025 Series A funding round, post securing USD $5 million seed funding.

Laing O’Rourke launches new learning platform for staff in AUS
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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ai
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sap
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construction
Laing O’Rourke Australia revamps its training strategy for 2,500 employees with SAP's support, launching LOR Learn to boost inclusive, personalised learning.

Ericsson names Cook head of global channels for enterprise 5G
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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ericsson
Ericsson appoints Matt Cook as Head of Global Channels for its Enterprise Wireless Solutions division to bolster its 5G network adoption strategy.

Dragos acquires Network Perception to boost OT cybersecurity
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
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collaboration
Dragos has acquired Network Perception, integrating the NP-View platform to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure sectors, including utilities and manufacturing.

Orion Health & Streamliners partner to enhance patient care
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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orion health
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population health management
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volution
Orion Health partners with Streamliners to integrate Amadeus DCR with HealthPathways, aiming to enhance healthcare delivery across NZ, Canada, Australia, UK, and Ireland.

Teletrac Navman debuts consultancy for fleet decarbonisation
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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data analytics
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fleet management
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cleantech
Teletrac Navman launches a global consultancy to help fleets develop multi-energy decarbonisation strategies, aiming to meet net zero targets and reduce costs.

Zespri begins next Horizon phase with NZD $3.2m in savings
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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cleantech
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opentext
Zespri has launched the second phase of its Horizon digital transformation, leveraging SAP technology to save NZD $3.2 million and improve supply chain efficiency.

Exclusive: How Partners Life is simplifying the journey to life insurance
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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edutech
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digital transformation
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cx
Tim von Dadelszen at Partners Life is simplifying life insurance via digital innovation, making it more accessible for customers through the new Evince platform.

NEC New Zealand reports over $1m loss for FY24 amid revenue growth
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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displays & projectors
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outlook
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financial results
NEC New Zealand reports a pre-tax loss of NZD $1.098 million for FY24 despite a 9.2% revenue rise, grappling with increased inventory costs and shifting market demands.

Genesis Energy teams with Informatica for AI-driven data governance
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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power / energy
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collaboration
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informatica
Genesis Energy partners with Informatica to implement AI-powered data governance, aiming to enhance data quality, streamline operations, and support advanced AI solutions.

Exclusive: AUS 3C report reveals how different generations stay secure
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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email security
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ai
AUS 3C's report finds Gen Z and Millennials know cybersecurity basics but struggle with consistent use, citing inconvenience and frustration.