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.
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Productivity cited as top priority for GBS leaders in 2024
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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rpa
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supply chain
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genai
A new study reveals that 53% of Global Business Services leaders prioritise productivity enhancement in 2024, highlighting its critical role in economic resilience.
AI & quantum computing: progress & future challenges
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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quantum computing
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supply chain
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ai
A new S&P Global report suggests that AI and quantum computing breakthroughs will remain confined to well-funded institutions, delaying widespread adoption.
Rimini Street's VMware support gains global traction
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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alcatel-lucent enterprise
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rimini street
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ale
Rimini Street has reported a surge in global clients opting for its VMware support services, enabling them to extend the life of their VMware licenses.
Titan of Tech - Jason Oeltjen of Ping Identity
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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passwordless
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ai
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cybersecurity
The VP of Product Management at Ping Identity is leading cutting-edge identity security solutions, with a focus on decentralised identity trends.
Titans of Tech - Kip Compton of Fastly
Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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edge computing
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llms
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agentic ai
Kip Compton, Fastly's CPO since January 2023, is leveraging his extensive tech background to innovate and expand the edge cloud provider's market reach.
Binance launches token unlock & vesting schedule feature
Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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integration
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binance
Binance introduces an innovative Token Unlock and Vesting Schedule feature, integrating CoinMarketCap data directly into its platform to enhance user trading strategies.
Virgin Voyages partners with IDeaS to revolutionise cruise RMS
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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rms
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revenue management system
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returns
Virgin Voyages has teamed up with IDeaS to introduce an innovative revenue management system, transforming pricing strategies within the cruise industry.
Logicalis reports strides in emissions cuts & sustainability targets
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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supply chain
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power / energy
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clean technologies
Logicalis reports a 27% cut in scope 1 emissions since 2022, along with a 17% reduction in market-based scope 2 emissions, aiming for net-zero by 2050.
Exclusive: G+D's Gabrielle Bugat discusses future innovations in ePayments
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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clean technologies
In an exclusive interview, Gabrielle Bugat, CEO of Giesecke+Devrient ePayments, discusses the dynamic future of payments, prioritising security, sustainability, and inclusivity.
Ericsson launches enterprise 5G portfolio for efficiency boost
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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aiops
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wireless networks
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ericsson
Ericsson has unveiled an Enterprise 5G portfolio to accelerate 5G adoption in businesses, offering private and neutral host solutions for enhanced connectivity and efficiency.
Brightcove unveils AI Suite for enhanced video engagement
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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hyperscale
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martech
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personalisation
Brightcove unveils AI Suite to revolutionise video technology with AI-powered tools for content creation, management, engagement, and cost efficiency.
Study finds tech connectivity drives leadership in business
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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ai
TeamViewer's latest research reveals that 33% of businesses with top-tier tech connectivity report industry-leading financial performance, compared to 16% with good connectivity.
Adobe unveils new AI tools for video editing in Premiere Pro
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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martech
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genai
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ai
Adobe previews the Firefly Video Model, set to revolutionise video editing with AI-driven Text to Video and Image to Video capabilities in Premiere Pro.
BeyondTrust named leader in Gartner's 2024 PAM Magic Quadrant
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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pam
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cybersecurity
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it services
BeyondTrust clinches a spot in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Privileged Access Management, marking its sixth consecutive year as a leader.
Playbook Partners secures $130m for tech growth fund
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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digital transformation
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ericsson
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disruption
Playbook Partners secures $130 million in initial fundraising, aims for USD $250 million with green shoe option, to fuel India's tech growth with strategic investments.
Ping Identity named a leader in passwordless authentication
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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saas
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mfa
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iam
Ping Identity emerges as the top leader in KuppingerCole's 2024 report on passwordless authentication, excelling in innovation and product leadership.
Tanium launches Automate to streamline IT tasks & boost ROI
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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lcnc
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edr
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ai
Tanium unveils Tanium Automate to streamline real-time IT operations and security tasks, addressing skills shortages and aiming for a higher ROI.
Astrotel partners with Alkira to boost Asia Pacific telecoms
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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uc
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microsoft
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microsoft azure
Astrotel partners with US-based Alkira to offer cutting-edge Network Infrastructure on Demand services across Asia Pacific, enhancing connectivity and efficiency.
Rapid7 named leader in 2024 IDC report for SIEM SMB sector
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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semiconductors
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rapid7 is named a leader in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SIEM for SMB 2024, praised for its intuitive pricing and rapid deployment through InsightIDR.
QuantumLight, Revolut CEO release guide for startup founders
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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investment
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venture capital
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performance management
QuantumLight, led by Revolut's CEO Nik Storonsky, releases a playbook for tech startup founders on building high-performance teams, based on Revolut's success.