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 35
High-severity SQL vulnerability found in PostgreSQL tool
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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rapid7
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beyondtrust
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postgresql
Rapid7 has revealed a critical SQL injection vulnerability in PostgreSQL's psql tool, potentially exposing users to severe security risks.
CyberArk acquires Zilla Security to enhance AI-driven capabilities
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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saas
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
CyberArk has acquired Zilla Security, enhancing its Identity Security Platform with AI-driven IGA solutions to boost digital security.
SAP partners with Databricks to launch Business Data Cloud
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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ai
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sap
SAP has launched its Business Data Cloud alongside Databricks, aiming to unify enterprise data to enhance decision-making and accelerate AI initiatives.
Black Pearl Group launches Bebop, AI sales platform
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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martech
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marketing
Black Pearl Group has unveiled the beta launch of Bebop, an AI-driven sales intelligence platform, aimed at revolutionising SME sales strategies.
Tom Brady inspires Cloudera team at ELEVATE26 event
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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partner programmes
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ai
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leadership
Cloudera kicked off its fiscal year at ELEVATE26 in Miami, featuring Tom Brady as guest speaker, sharing insights on leadership and teamwork.
Adobe unveils faster performance & font features in Illustrator
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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martech
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adobe
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ux
Adobe has unveiled enhanced features for Illustrator, including faster performance and improved Japanese typography, responding directly to user feedback.
Hitachi Vantara & BMC Software announce strategic alliance
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Hitachi Vantara and BMC Software have formed an alliance to enhance innovation, addressing hybrid cloud challenges with integrated data solutions for enterprises.
F5 unveils AI-adapted solutions for app delivery demands
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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application security
F5 has revamped its Application Delivery Controllers to tackle the challenges posed by AI-driven applications, highlighting a critical shift in security and delivery.
Sinch partners with Aduna to enhance global network APIs
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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iam
Sinch has joined forces with Aduna to enhance global access to mobile network capabilities, driving innovation in digital communications and security.
Check Point & Wiz partner to secure hybrid cloud setups
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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network security
Check Point Software Technologies and Wiz have unveiled a strategic partnership to enhance security for hybrid cloud environments, bridging network and application protection.
Snowflake unveils Cortex Agents for data integration ease
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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martech
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cdp
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Snowflake has launched Cortex Agents, a service designed to streamline the integration of structured and unstructured data for enterprises, enhancing productivity.
Datadog reveals whoAMI attack vulnerability in AWS AMI
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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siem
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Datadog's Security Labs have uncovered a serious vulnerability in AWS's Amazon Machine Image that could jeopardise thousands of accounts, prompting urgent security updates.
DeepSeek faces bans amid security & data privacy woes
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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encryption
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genai
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data privacy
DeepSeek faces intense scrutiny over significant security flaws and data management practices, prompting bans across multiple countries amidst privacy concerns.
Workday unveils platform to manage AI in digital workforces
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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martech
Workday has unveiled the Agent System of Record, a platform to help organisations manage AI agents more effectively, enhancing security and compliance.
Facebook faces decline among UK's younger users
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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data protection
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martech
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facebook
Research shows Facebook's grip on young Brits is waning, with 70% of those aged 18-24 reducing their use, favouring platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024 Q4
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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mfa
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity experts Dragos report that the manufacturing sector was the prime target for ransomware in Q4 2024, accounting for 424 out of over 600 attacks globally.
Cybercrime surges as global threat to national security
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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email security
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cybersecurity
Cybercrime has overtaken state-sponsored hacking as the main online threat, with healthcare and energy sectors particularly vulnerable, warns Google.
Akamai unveils comprehensive cybersecurity guide for 2025
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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virtualisation
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iot security
The National Cyber Security Centre has unveiled new guidelines for IoT manufacturers, while Akamai launches its Defenders' Guide 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.
Future AGI secures USD $1.6m to boost AI accuracy tools
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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robots
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data science
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ai
Future AGI has secured USD $1.6 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI lifecycle management platform, co-led by Powerhouse and Snow Leopard Ventures.
Optimizely leads 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for engines
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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genai
Optimizely has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Personalisation Engines, reinforcing its position in 12 key analyst reports.