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 15
GitLab 18.4 boosts AI workflow tools & strengthens security
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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erp
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data privacy
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llms
GitLab 18.4 enhances AI-based development with custom agents, Knowledge Graph navigation, and stronger security to streamline workflows and governance.
Microsoft details AI-powered defences against novel SVG phishing
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Microsoft details how its AI-driven tools detected and blocked a sophisticated SVG phishing campaign that mimicked PDFs and used AI-generated code.
Dell & Nutanix expand partnership with PowerStore support
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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virtualisation
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firewalls
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dr
Dell and Nutanix deepen partnership with Nutanix Cloud Platform soon supporting Dell's PowerStore, boosting flexibility in infrastructure deployment for businesses.
Manufacturers ramp up cyber resilience as AI threats intensify
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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ddos
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Manufacturers are boosting cyber resilience amid rising AI-driven threats, but only a third feel prepared for attacks like deepfakes and synthetic identities.
Nintex unveils agentic AI features to boost business automation
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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rpa
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risk & compliance
Nintex launches new AI features in its CE platform to enhance business automation, enabling dynamic workflow management and improved document processing.
Secure Code Warrior debuts Trust Agent AI for code risk insight
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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risk & compliance
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erp
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genai
Secure Code Warrior launches beta for Trust Agent: AI, offering CISOs enhanced oversight of AI tools and code risks in software development.
Rohit Ghai named Chief Executive Officer as Barracuda enters new era
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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saas
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
Barracuda appoints Rohit Ghai as CEO, ushering a new era after Hatem Naguib's tenure marked by growth and innovation in cybersecurity.
Kathryn Almendarez Marsman named Senior Vice President at Pax8
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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microsoft
Kathryn Almendarez Marsman joins Pax8 as Senior Vice President, leading global vendor alliances to boost AI, security, and cloud transformation partnerships.
Motorola Solutions tops Fast Company list for AI in public safety
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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rpa
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ai
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motorola solutions
Motorola Solutions has topped Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators list for its AI advances enhancing public safety and emergency response systems.
Azul launches TAP program to boost innovation in Java ecosystem
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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virtualisation
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devops
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supply chain
Azul has launched the TAP program to boost innovation and collaboration within the Java ecosystem, offering partners technical support and access to broader markets.
GMHBA boosts digital reliability with Dynatrace observability
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
GMHBA has deployed Dynatrace's observability platform to enhance IT performance and reliability, ensuring smoother digital service for its 320,000 members.
TeamViewer launches MSP Partner Programme for global service growth
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
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ar, vr & metaverse
TeamViewer launches MSP Partner Programme globally to help managed IT service providers scale, enhance offerings, and access enterprise-grade platforms.
Ping Identity appoints Daniel Gardner ANZ sales director
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Ping Identity has appointed Daniel Gardner as Sales Director for Australia and New Zealand to boost its identity platform presence in the region.
BeyondTrust appoints Felix Gaehtgens as Vice President of Product Strategy
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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devops
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pam
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advanced persistent threat protection
BeyondTrust has named former Gartner analyst Felix Gaehtgens as VP of Product Strategy to lead innovation in identity and access management.
Infoblox appoints Justin Kappers as Chief Information Officer
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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cx
Infoblox has appointed Justin Kappers as Chief Information Officer to lead global IT and boost AI-driven growth efforts.
Air New Zealand adopts OneReg platform to digitise compliance
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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air new zealand
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aviation
Air New Zealand's Engineering division has adopted the OneReg platform to digitise compliance and streamline maintenance scheduling and oversight.
Tasman Express cable to boost Sydney-Auckland data capacity
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Southern Cross Cables is developing the Tasman Express subsea cable to boost data capacity and cut latency between Sydney and Auckland by 2028.
KiwiNet appoints new Board leaders to drive NZ research impact
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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agricultural technology
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kiwinet
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r&d
KiwiNet appoints Katherine Sandford as Chair and new Board members to boost commercialisation of New Zealand research amid sector reforms.
DXC, S5 & NCS among top Check Point partners in Asia Pacific
Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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edge computing
Check Point named DXC Technology Top Partner of the Year and S5 Technology Workspace Security Partner in its 2025 Asia Pacific regional awards.
Luxury rental shortage in New Zealand costs economy thousands weekly
Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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property market
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real estate
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travel
New Zealand faces a shortage of luxury rental homes, losing thousands weekly as high-net-worth visitors struggle to find premium stays, harming the economy.