IT Brief UK - Technology news for CIOs & IT decision-makers

About Melania

Melania Watson mugshot photo
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 55

Martyn riddle

Exclusive: How Verint's customer experience is thriving with Open AI

Wed, 21st Aug 2024
#
uc
#
cx
#
martech
Verint leverages its open AI platform to revolutionise customer experience, integrating real-time data and ensuring security while leading market innovation.
Techday 6d09ac5c108573a6b20c

Crayon teams up with Microsoft for exciting AI roadshow

Wed, 21st Aug 2024
#
digital transformation
#
agentic ai
#
copilots
Crayon has partnered with Microsoft for a roadshow unveiling AI solutions, including Microsoft 365 Copilot and Azure OpenAI.
Techday 010b1dfaa155d2da2909

Over 95% in supply chain sector call for urgent IT upgrades

Wed, 21st Aug 2024
#
edutech
#
robots
#
data analytics
New research has revealed 97% of supply chain professionals see the need for IT modernisation in warehouses, highlighting a critical operational challenge.
Graham walsh final

Exclusive: Neat's Graham Walsh on AI-powered collaboration in tech

Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
ai
#
digital inclusion
#
neat
Graham Walsh from Neat has shared insights on how the company's AI-powered video tech is revolutionising global collaboration.
Techday d06f6e34d38d84192e97

Fabric Cryptography raises $33m for VPU chip innovation

Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
blockchain
#
data privacy
#
ai
Fabric Cryptography raises USD $33 million in Series A funding co-led by Blockchain Capital and 1kx to develop Verifiable Processing Unit chips for cryptography.
Seth ravin final

Exclusive: Rimini Street's CEO on navigating IT challenges

Mon, 19th Aug 2024
#
investment
#
rimini street
#
pricing
Rimini Street CEO Seth Ravin has discussed the company's rise and strategies to help clients optimise IT budgets amidst economic pressures.
Techday f17fcccfcb73167fa873

BMW partners with AirConsole to launch UNO in 500,000 vehicles

Fri, 16th Aug 2024
#
cartech
#
bmw
#
dx
BMW and AirConsole partner to bring classic card game UNO to over 500,000 BMW and Mini vehicles, launching at gamescom 2024's Cologne event in August.
Techday c94f8865722db62727b2

Ransomware attacks on industry double in 2024 second quarter

Thu, 15th Aug 2024
#
ransomware
#
cybersecurity
#
cybercriminals
Ransomware attacks on the industrial sector nearly doubled in Q2 2024, with manufacturers hardest hit, reports cybersecurity firm Dragos.
Techday 872f55518d8eb46bf6c7

STACK Infrastructure raises USD $840,000 for Coast Guard charity

Wed, 14th Aug 2024
#
hyperscale
#
colocation
#
stem
STACK Infrastructure raised USD $840,000 during its annual Heroes of the Sea event in Astoria, Oregon, boosting lifetime donations to over USD $2.1 million.
Techday 3f77f98629633a82fa8e

Advent International to acquire majority stake in SYSPRO

Wed, 14th Aug 2024
#
supply chain
#
syspro
#
prometheus group
Advent International to acquire majority stake in software provider SYSPRO, aiming to boost innovation and growth across key markets in the US and UK.
Shane m jpeg

Exclusive: How SafeWatch is tackling mental wellness challenges

Tue, 13th Aug 2024
#
healthtech
#
community
#
self-harm
Award-winning platform, SafeWatch, is addressing the mental wellness crisis by connecting users with friends and family, enhancing real-world support.
Rebecca

Exclusive: Docusign's Rebecca Denman on revolutionising the SaaS landscape

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
#
saas
#
ai
#
productivity
Docusign's VP Rebecca Denman reveals the firm's game-changing Intelligent Agreement Management platform, set to revolutionise SaaS and agreement processes.
Image  21  78

Exclusive: SAS CTO discusses generative models, global reach

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
#
supply chain
#
genai
#
ai
SAS CTO Bryan Harris details their billion-dollar investments in AI, advancements in generative models, and significant global industry impacts.
Techday d4e818487d17f4399d1f

Jio Financial Services launches JioFinance app in Paris

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
#
payment technologies
#
visa
#
rewards
Jio Financial Services has launched its JioFinance app in Paris, easing digital transactions for tourists and enhancing payment options.
Techday 366c0fc4f5aa2c524adb

RSA launches new cloud-based claims portal with Guidewire

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
#
capgemini
#
guidewire
RSA Insurance unveils its ClaimCenter on Guidewire Cloud, a new portal for streamlined claims management, setting a UK industry first.
Techday 8b8cdf9e1592597b2750

Tenable launches new features to boost vulnerability management

Tue, 6th Aug 2024
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
risk & compliance
#
cybersecurity
Tenable has launched Vulnerability Intelligence and Exposure Response, aiming to revolutionise the USD $16 billion vulnerability management sector.
Techday d2a1e987c2732f904803

Study finds employee use of GenAI apps poses privacy risks

Tue, 6th Aug 2024
#
agentic ai
#
copilots
#
software engineering
Employees' widespread use of GenAI apps poses privacy risks as 30.8% of these tools train on customer data, a new study by Harmonic Security reveals.
Techday 0273f0ab1df68d012307

AgileHRO launches Payroll Run & Smart Contracts features

Tue, 6th Aug 2024
#
hcm
#
docusign
#
smart contracts
AgileHRO launches Payroll Run and Smart Contracts features, aiming to automate payroll and onboarding processes, reducing errors and increasing efficiency.
Techday ab932975665e2ba2755e

Rapid7 launches Command Platform for security management

Tue, 6th Aug 2024
#
casb
#
ai
#
shadow it
Rapid7 has launched Command Platform, integrating security data for comprehensive threat monitoring and management.
Samsung

Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 both fun and reliable

Mon, 5th Aug 2024
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
samsung
Samsung's new and impressive Galaxy Z Flip 6 combines nostalgic flip phone charm with the cutting-edge technology you could once only dream of having.