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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KnowBe4 recognised as top workplace by USA TODAY
Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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bi
KnowBe4 has clinched the 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award, recognising its dedication to fostering a people-first culture amidst 42,000 contenders.
SonicWall reports financial growth and partner expansion
Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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sonicwall
SonicWall has announced a remarkable financial surge, reporting a 68% rise in managed security services bookings, driven by expanded partner collaborations.
UiPath unveils AI-enhanced Test Cloud to boost productivity
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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devops
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data analytics
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apm
UiPath has launched Test Cloud, an AI-powered software testing service, promising to significantly enhance tester productivity and cut costs.
Fastly updates bot management to reduce CAPTCHA reliance
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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data privacy
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
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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mfa
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crypto
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blockchain
Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils Private 5G solution with Celona tech
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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robots
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supply chain
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ar, vr & metaverse
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has unveiled its Private 5G solution, powered by Celona, to enhance IoT connectivity in complex enterprise environments.
Data backup vital says ISMS.online officer as day nears
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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data protection
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dr
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encryption
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.
Sysdig reveals cloud security trends in new 2025 report
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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virtualisation
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data protection
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cloud 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
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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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
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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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
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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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
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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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
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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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
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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clean technologies
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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: Rayven reveals how SMBs can harness automation to stay competitive
Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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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.
Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats
Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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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.
Exclusive: How ISMS.online is helping businesses tackle compliance challenges
Sat, 22nd Mar 2025
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
ISMS.online is transforming compliance for businesses, making complex standards accessible and manageable with innovative tools and expert guidance.
VisualCortex & SUSE enhance AI video analytics platform
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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virtualisation
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cx
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edge computing
VisualCortex has partnered with SUSE to boost its AI-driven video analytics platform, enhancing management and performance across varied cloud environments.
Prominent spyware firm SpyX breached, exposing Apple users
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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surveillance
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breach prevention
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data privacy
A significant data breach at spyware firm SpyX has reportedly affected nearly two million individuals, including thousands of Apple users, raising serious concerns.
Professor Brian Cox to headline major information security event
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
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ai
Professor Brian Cox will deliver the keynote at Infosecurity Europe 2025, tackling quantum computing's challenges for cybersecurity on 3 June at ExCeL London.