About Melvin
Melvin Hipolito
Editor
Melvin, a maths teacher, seamlessly balances his analytical business skills, evident in his ability to streamline operations and create clear documentation, with a deep passion for the imaginative narratives of anime and comics, demonstrating a versatile mind that thrives on both logic and creativity.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Melvin - Page 11
Aware Super appoints Richard Exton to lead technology strategy
Mon, 20th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
Aware Super names Richard Exton as Chief Technology and Data Officer to boost AI and digital services for 1.2 million members from November.
North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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malware
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crypto
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blockchain
A North Korean group has used blockchain-based EtherHiding to secretly deploy malware, targeting developers in tech and cryptocurrency sectors worldwide.
NiCE Cognigy debuts AI Ops Centre to boost enterprise resilience
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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cx
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martech
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erp
NiCE Cognigy launches AI Ops Centre, a real-time hub to monitor and maintain enterprise AI agents' reliability and boost customer experience resilience.
Bitdefender launches GravityZone PHASR endpoint security globally
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Bitdefender has launched GravityZone PHASR globally, a standalone endpoint security system using behaviour-based defence to prevent ransomware and LOTL attacks.
AI Assist for MobileTech speeds office technology repairs
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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crm
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ai
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e-commerce
ECI Software Solutions launches AI Assist for MobileTech, an AI tool embedded in its app to speed up and improve office technology repairs.
HCLTech teams with GSMA to drive global Open Gateway initiative
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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cartech
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ai
HCLTech has joined forces with GSMA to advance the Open Gateway initiative, enabling telecom operators to monetise networks using standardised APIs globally.
AI infrastructure spending to hit USD $37.5bn by 2026, says Gartner
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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genai
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ai
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agentic ai
Global spending on AI-optimised infrastructure as a service is set to surge to USD $37.5bn by 2026, driven by demand for inferencing workloads, Gartner forecasts.
Misalignment remains as CIOs take bigger role in AI strategy
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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hcm
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Research shows 39% of CIOs lack alignment with CEOs on AI strategy as their roles expand into broader business and innovation leadership.
Cybersecurity breaches rise as risky behaviours outpace awareness
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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data protection
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mfa
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phishing
Cybersecurity breaches rose 8% in 2025, with risky behaviours and AI misuse driving threats in Australia, New Zealand and worldwide, says new survey.
Rapid7 secures seventh straight spot in Gartner SIEM report
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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siem
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rapid7 has secured its seventh consecutive spot in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for SIEM, highlighting its strong presence and innovative security solutions.
Twilio unveils new data features to boost enterprise engagement
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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cx
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martech
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cdp
Twilio launches new data features like Granular Observability and expanded APIs to help enterprises boost trusted customer engagement globally.
HP unveils new Latex printer, productivity kit & workflow hub
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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hp
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productivity
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ink cartridges
HP launches the Latex FS70 W Printer, Productivity Kit, and PrintOS Production Hub to boost efficiency and sustainability for large format print providers.
Banks eye responsible AI with global spend set for USD $67bn
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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data science
Global banking AI spend is forecast to hit USD $67bn by 2028 as firms focus on responsible adoption to drive strategy, innovation and risk management.
Dell unveils open rack-scale AI systems with 60% cooling savings
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
Dell launches modular AI rack systems with 60% cooling savings, featuring PowerCool eRDHx and open standards for efficient enterprise deployments.
Aldi wins top supermarket & brand honours at Real Media Awards
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
Aldi was crowned Supermarket Retailer and Brand of the Year at the 2025 Real Media Awards for its creative, multi-channel Christmas campaign.
Apple unveils M5 chip with major AI & graphics enhancements
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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power / energy
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llms
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apple
Apple has launched the M5 chip, boosting AI and graphics power with a 10-core GPU and 45% faster graphics than the M4 for new MacBook Pro and iPad Pro models.
Apple unveils iPad Pro with M5 chip, OLED display & Wi-Fi 7
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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storage
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apple
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final cut pro
Apple unveils new iPad Pro with M5 chip, OLED display, Wi-Fi 7, and iPadOS 26, boosting AI, graphics, and wireless connectivity for enhanced performance.
Oracle unveils AI-driven enhancements for cloud recruiting tools
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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hcm
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erp
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llms
Oracle has launched AI-powered enhancements to its Fusion Cloud Recruiting tools, improving job matching and streamlining hiring processes for recruiters and candidates.
New Relic appoints Simon Rizkalla to drive APAC observability push
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
New Relic appoints Simon Rizkalla as VP of Customer Advocacy for Asia-Pacific and Japan to boost observability and AI-driven tech adoption.
SAP appoints Lee Marshall to drive AI adoption in ANZ region
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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cdp
SAP has named Lee Marshall as Head of AI for ANZ to boost enterprise AI adoption, leveraging his 35+ years experience in digital and AI transformation.