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 19
GitLab Duo Agent Platform beta unlocks AI-human collaboration
Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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application security
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devsecops
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ai
GitLab has launched a public beta of its Duo Agent Platform, enabling seamless AI-human collaboration within software development projects for Premium and Ultimate users.
Exclusive: How APAC hotels are adopting AI & automation for growth
Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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crm
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digital transformation
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cx
Asia Pacific hotels race to adopt AI and automation, aiming to boost revenues by up to 15% amid rising online competition and mobile-first travellers.
Windows Server 2025 flaw lets attackers persist in Active Directory
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
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erp
A design flaw in Windows Server 2025 allows attackers to persist undetected in Active Directory by exploiting managed service account vulnerabilities.
Netskope One DSPM now available via AI Agents on AWS Marketplace
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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socs
Netskope One DSPM is now available via AWS Marketplace's AI Agents category, enabling streamlined data security deployment for AI and cloud users.
Check Point launches Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls for SMB security
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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uc
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firewalls
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ransomware
Check Point unveils Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls with Wi-Fi 7, 5G, and AI security, targeting SMBs facing a 61% rise in cyberattacks and boosting MSP support.
F5 enhances AI data protection with real-time leak detection tools
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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siem
F5 launches real-time data leak detection tools to protect sensitive info and curb shadow AI risks across hybrid and multicloud environments.
Exclusive: Inside Motorola Solutions' vision for the future of retail
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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digital entertainment
Rising violence has prompted retailers and healthcare in Australia and New Zealand to adopt Motorola's body-worn cameras, boosting frontline staff safety.
Open-source Java migrations rise as audits cost firms USD $500,000+
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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risk & compliance
Nearly 80% of firms plan to switch to open-source Java as audits over costs of USD $500,000+ fuel moves away from Oracle's complex licensing policies.
Netskope named Leader in Gartner SASE Magic Quadrant again
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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data protection
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
Netskope is named Leader again in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Secure Access Service Edge, reflecting its vision and strong execution in cybersecurity.
DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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encryption
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025, focusing on preparing enterprises and governments for quantum computing security challenges.
Diligent unveils ACL AI Studio to simplify GRC data analysis
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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risk & compliance
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ai
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diligent
Diligent has launched ACL AI Studio, an AI-powered tool simplifying governance, risk and compliance data analysis for audit, risk and compliance teams.
Cloudflare records largest DDoS attack at 7.3 Tbps in Q2 2025
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cloudflare blocked a record 7.3 Tbps DDoS attack in Q2 2025 amid a 44% annual rise in attack severity, highlighting growing cyber threats to critical sectors.
Yubico launches Enhanced PIN YubiKey to boost enterprise security
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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mfa
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iam
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data privacy
Yubico launches Enhanced PIN YubiKey 5 via its global service, boosting PIN security with stricter rules to help enterprises meet evolving regulations worldwide.
Okta & Palo Alto Networks unite for AI-powered identity security
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Okta and Palo Alto Networks expand partnership to deliver AI-driven identity security, enhancing automation and real-time threat response for enterprises.
Check Point named a Leader in Forrester Wave Zero Trust report
Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Check Point has been named a Leader in Forrester's Q3 2025 Zero Trust Platforms report for its Infinity Platform's unified, prevention-first security approach.
Exclusive: How legacy systems expose firms to security and cost risks
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
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data sovereignty
Legacy IT systems hamper security and performance, forcing firms to choose between protection and agility amid rising hybrid work and regulatory demands.
HPE, Equinix & AGIT partner for AI cloud in Indonesia
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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private cloud
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Equinix and AGIT join forces to deliver private cloud AI solutions, supporting Indonesia's digital and national AI strategies.
Infor expands AWS alliance to boost generative AI for industry
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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erp
Infor has deepened its partnership with AWS to accelerate generative AI adoption, enhancing industry-specific cloud solutions and boosting digital transformation globally.
Organisations urged to boost data resilience as AI adoption rises
Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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virtualisation
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data protection
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dr
Experts urge firms to strengthen data resilience as AI adoption rises, warning of increased risks to backups amid complex digital environments.
HP & Datacom unveil AI-powered platform for smarter IT management
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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it automation
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ai
HP and Datacom launch Datacom Insights, an AI-powered platform offering real-time IT device monitoring to aid hybrid work management and boost sustainability.