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.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Melania - Page 33
Wolters Kluwer report explores integrated assurance trends
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
#
uc
#
risk & compliance
#
collaboration
Wolters Kluwer's latest report reveals significant challenges for internal auditors, highlighting 40% of firms struggle with duplicative assurance efforts.
IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
#
phishing
#
email security
#
cybersecurity
A recent study by EasyDMARC reveals that 87% of IT leaders support expanding email authentication to tackle phishing and spam, following Google's and Yahoo's earlier mandates.
IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
#
manufacturing
#
ifs
#
financial results
IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.
EC360 platform launches to revolutionise banking KYC
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
#
digital transformation
#
risk & compliance
#
integration
Encompass has unveiled its EC360 platform to revolutionise corporate client verification in banking, addressing outdated processes amid rising competition.
TechDay continues expansion with 16 site launches in US & Canada
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
#
uc
#
cybersecurity
#
digital media
TechDay expands its North American presence by launching 16 tech news sites across the US and Canada, catering to diverse industries and audiences.
Exclusive: How HP innovations are driving BPC Commercial's vision for AI
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
#
software development
#
hp
#
intel
BPC Commercial's CEO, Brian Wu, reveals how HP innovations are key to the firm's transition towards AI-driven solutions and sustainable IT practices.
AI's impact on education: benefits & challenges ahead
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
#
edutech
#
ai
#
education, learning & training
A new report by S&P Global Ratings highlights AI's transformative potential in education, urging investments to harness benefits while addressing ethical and funding challenges.
Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
#
malware
#
ransomware
#
phishing
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.
SuperOps raises USD $25m to expand AI platform globally
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
#
saas
#
edr
#
ai
SuperOps has raised USD $25 million to enhance its AI platform and boost global growth, aiming to transform IT operations for businesses worldwide.
IoT professional services market set to reach USD $56bn
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
#
edge computing
#
iot
#
partner programmes
New analysis from IoT Analytics reveals the global IoT professional services market reached USD $56 billion in 2024, growing 46% in three years.
Remote goods fraud to rise, eCommerce losses to hit $10B
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
#
biometrics
#
cx
#
martech
A study by Juniper Research predicts a global 18% rise in remote physical goods fraud by 2025, with losses reaching USD $10 billion, driven by advanced tactics.
AI, wearables & telehealth to transform healthcare by 2025
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
#
wearables
#
ai
#
healthtech
By 2025, healthcare is set for a transformative shift, emphasising AI-driven personalised treatment, advanced wearables, and enhanced telehealth solutions.
Experts warn of security risks as DeepSeek limits new sign-ups
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
#
supply chain
#
data privacy
#
ai
Cybersecurity experts are sounding alarms over security vulnerabilities in DeepSeek's AI platform as the startup restricts new sign-ups amid malicious attacks.
Gallabox raises USD $3.5m to boost AI WhatsApp tools
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
#
saas
#
edutech
#
cx
Gallabox has secured USD $3.5 million in seed funding to enhance its AI-driven WhatsApp tools, aiming to transform communication for small and medium enterprises.
Data security concerns rise among social commerce users
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
#
supply chain
#
soti
#
data security
A new SOTI report highlights rising consumer concerns over data security in social commerce, as 54% would avoid retailers using AI to track purchases.
Semperis & iC Consult expand partnership to UK market
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
#
dr
#
cybersecurity
#
microsoft
Semperis and iC Consult are expanding their partnership into the UK, aiming to enhance operational resilience against identity security threats for businesses.
Atomicwork secures USD $25m to enhance AI IT platform
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
#
digital transformation
#
hcm
#
rpa
Atomicwork has raised USD $25 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI-driven IT service management platform, transforming enterprise workflows.
Exclusive: Tanium's Matt Quinn on automating endpoint management
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
#
data analytics
#
digital transformation
#
cx
Matt Quinn, Chief Technology Officer at Tanium, champions the transformative potential of autonomous endpoint management, promising efficiency and cost savings for IT teams.
AI operationalisation challenges explored in new report
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
#
supply chain
#
genai
#
ai
Thoughtworks has unveiled its fifth Looking Glass report, emphasising AI's integration challenges and the urgent need for businesses to modernise data practices.
Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
#
data protection
#
ransomware
#
cybersecurity
A Rapid7 analysis reveals a surge in ransomware activity in 2024, with 75 active groups and a median ransom of USD $200,000, highlighting escalating threats.