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
Exclusive: G+D's Kevin van Staden discusses key to securing the digital age
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cleantech
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sustainability
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connectivity
G+D is redefining digital security with pioneering technologies, leveraging 170 years of expertise to protect against fraud and cyber threats.
Fastly updates bot management to reduce CAPTCHA reliance
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cybersecurity
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privacy
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spam
Fastly has unveiled enhancements to its Bot Management service, reducing CAPTCHA dependency while bolstering security and user experience across its platform.
AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams
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mfa
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cybersecurity
Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.
Bontia Bio secures NZD $1.25m for natural pest solutions
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callaghan innovation
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agriculture
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ceo
Bontia Bio has secured NZD $1.25 million in seed funding to develop sustainable plant-based solutions for pest control in pets and agriculture.
UK consumers prioritise value over brand loyalty: study
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personalisation
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erp
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deloitte
A recent study reveals 57% of UK shoppers now prioritise quality and value over brand loyalty, prompting marketers to rethink engagement strategies.
Data backup vital says ISMS.online officer as day nears
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data protection
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encryption
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business continuity
As World Backup Day nears, Sam Peters from ISMS.online emphasises the critical need for robust data backup strategies to enhance business resilience and regulatory compliance.
Alcatel-Lucent unveils Private 5G solution with Celona tech
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robots
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alcatel-lucent enterprise
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industry 4.0
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has unveiled its Private 5G solution, powered by Celona, to enhance IoT connectivity in complex enterprise environments.
Australian tax cuts endorsed to boost tech sector talent
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ai
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acs
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digital economy
The Australian Computer Society has backed the Federal Government's budget proposal, introducing tax cuts aimed at benefiting technology professionals across the country.
Exclusive: Pulseway discusses drive for simplicity and efficiency in IT management
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digital transformation
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mdm
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cx
Pulseway is on a mission to simplify IT management, enhancing efficiency and user experience through innovative solutions and customer-centric development.
Sysdig reveals cloud security trends in new 2025 report
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data protection
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cloud security
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application security
Sysdig's latest report reveals a 500% surge in AI tool usage for cloud security and highlights a significant drop in public exposure, indicating defensive advances.
Radware named strong performer in Forrester WAF review
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firewalls
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cloud security
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application security
Radware has been named a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave for Web Application Firewall Solutions, achieving top scores in six key areas.
NTT DATA & Rubrik enhance global ransomware protection
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
NTT DATA and Rubrik have unveiled a global partnership to bolster ransomware protection for Fortune 500 firms, enhancing cyber recovery services and resilience.
Concerns over genetic data security as 23andMe bankrupts
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Concerns escalate over 23andMe's bankruptcy as experts warn millions of users' sensitive genetic data may be at risk amid potential asset sales.
NetFoundry launches updated security platform for OT use
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cloud security
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edge computing
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cybersecurity
NetFoundry unveils an enhanced operational technology security platform aimed at bolstering critical infrastructure protection across multiple environments.
KnowBe4 wins 5-Star Award in 2025 CRN Partner Guide
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cybersecurity
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knowbe4
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social engineering
KnowBe4 has earned a prestigious 5-Star Award in the 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide, highlighting its commitment to cybersecurity and partner success.
OpenADR 3.0 certification marks milestone in energy sector
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cleantech
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sustainability
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renewable energy
The OpenADR Alliance has certified its first OpenADR 3.0 products, marking a significant step towards improved grid flexibility and energy management.
Exclusive: AI adoption accelerates as Lenovo unveils new insights for CIOs
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Lenovo's latest CIO Playbook highlights a shift in AI adoption towards practical investments, with spending in Asia Pacific expected to soar by 3.6 times.
Exclusive: Rayven reveals how SMBs can harness automation to stay competitive
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saas
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cx
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martech
Small and medium-sized businesses must embrace automation to thrive amid rising costs and stiff competition, experts stress as technologies become increasingly accessible.
Rose & Thorne closing stores to focus on online expansion
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cx
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martech
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wholesale
New Zealand clothing brand Rose & Thorne is shifting to an online-only model, targeting Australia's £1.7bn bra market amid rising demand for larger sizes.
Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats
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malware
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data protection
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phishing
Netflix's new series Zero Day highlights the real threat of zero-day vulnerabilities, emphasising the need for robust cybersecurity measures to prevent attacks.