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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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Tata Communications lands five-year World Athletics contract

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Tata Communications has secured a five-year deal to provide global host broadcasting services for World Athletics Series events.
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Nebula Global ranked ninth on FEBE Growth 100 for 2024

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Nebula Global Services has landed ninth place on the FEBE Growth 100 list for 2024, applauded for its commitment to sustainable and ethical IT services.
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Kingston's XS1000 wins 2024 Red Dot Design Award

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Kingston's XS1000 External SSD has scored the 2024 Red Dot Design Award, celebrating its sleek and portable design.
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Tessell named future leader in Redpoint's InfraRed 100 report

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Tessell has been honoured in the 2024 InfraRed 100 report by Redpoint Ventures, recognising it as a future leader in cloud infrastructure.
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Harte Hanks launches new Demand Generation service for SMEs

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Harte Hanks has unveiled Demand Generation In a Box, a comprehensive service aimed at helping SMEs enhance brand interest and drive lead generation efficiently.
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AttackIQ and Trium Cyber partner to grow security solutions

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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AttackIQ has partnered with Trium Cyber to provide policyholders with AttackIQ Flex, aiming to boost cybersecurity maturity and mitigate risks.
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Mentor Group unveils VR tool to boost sales training

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Mentor Group has launched a VR training tool that boosts sales skill retention by 75%, offering immersive, customisable scenarios via wearable headsets.
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Inside the day-to-day challenges of Splunk's CISO Jason Lee

Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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Splunk's CISO Jason Lee has discussed the dynamic nature of his role, the importance of using Splunk's own products, and tackling cybersecurity threats.
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Williams AV launches Digi-Loop 104 hearing loop amplifier

Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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Williams AV has launched the Digi-Loop 104, a cost-effective, easy-to-install hearing loop amplifier, enhancing accessibility for the hearing impaired.
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Revealed: Splunk's latest game-changer in data tech

Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Splunk has announced the use of advanced data management tools to boost unified enterprise visibility and aid IT operations.
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$400b loss for 2,000 firms after 'unavoidable' cyber attacks

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Thousands of global firms face a staggering annual loss of USD $400 billion due to unplanned downtime, revealed in a Splunk report.
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Exclusive: DigiCert's CEO emphasises quantum readiness

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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DigiCert CEO Amit Sinha emphasised digital trust's pivotal role in cybersecurity, stressing the need for quantum readiness and AI advancements.
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Exclusive: Rimini Street's solutions redefine SAP landscape

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Rimini Street is revolutionising SAP support with strategic alternatives, enabling businesses to innovate and tackle challenges minus enforced upgrades.
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IBM & Pasqal partner to advance quantum-centric computing

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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IBM and Pasqal have joined forces to revolutionise supercomputing with quantum technology, aiming to propel advances in materials science and chemistry.
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IriusRisk reports 51 percent revenue rise from AI expansion

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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IriusRisk sees ARR soar by 51% in 2023, driven by AI-driven threat modelling solutions, strategic hires, and a strong focus on customer success.
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Milton Keynes celebrates launch of tech-enhanced Corner Store

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Milton Keynes' Unity Place unveils The Corner Store, the first in the city with Amazon's Just Walk Out technology, enhancing retail with frictionless shopping.
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Databricks announces partnerships to boost data sharing

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Databricks partners with industry giants like Shutterstock, T-Mobile, and Tableau to enhance data sharing and collaboration using Delta Sharing.
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Bank partners with Newgen Software to digitise onboarding

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Centennial Bank partners with Newgen Software to digitise onboarding, enhancing customer experience with a streamlined, low-code automation solution.
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Finance professionals lead in AI adoption, report reveals

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Finance professionals lead AI adoption, with 63% utilising it for fraud detection and risk management. Marketing and sales show lower usage at 27% and 19%.
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OpenPayd's annual recurring revenue tops GBP £40 million

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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OpenPayd doubles growth for the second year, hitting over GBP £40 million ARR, as embedded finance adoption surges. CEO Dimitrova eyes new milestones.