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 23
Australian CISOs under strain from AI risks, burnout & attacks
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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cloud security
Australian CISOs face rising cyberattacks, burnout, and AI risks, with 77% expecting attacks and 75% reporting excessive workplace pressure this year.
HPE unveils agentic AI upgrades to Juniper for self-driving IT
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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uc
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
HPE enhances its Juniper Networking portfolio with agentic AI, boosting autonomous IT operations and AI-driven troubleshooting across wired, wireless, and data centre networks.
IBM & AMD collaborate to develop quantum-centric supercomputers
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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quantum computing
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supply chain
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genai
IBM and AMD join forces to create quantum-centric supercomputers combining quantum tech with high-performance computing and AI for complex challenges.
Litmaps secures NZD $1.4 million to drive global platform growth
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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ai
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investment
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ux
Litmaps has raised NZD $1.4 million in an oversubscribed round to expand its AI-driven research platform supporting over two million users globally.
Adobe names Meredith O'Ryan Director of Enterprise Marketing
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Meredith O'Ryan has been named Adobe's Director of Enterprise Marketing for Australia and New Zealand, also overseeing flagship events across Asia Pacific.
Oyster Backdoor mimics IT management tools to target IT professionals
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
Oyster Backdoor malware, disguised as WinSCP and PuTTY, targets healthcare IT professionals to enable ransomware operations like Rhysida, warns BlueVoyant.
Ingram Micro brings Xvantage Integrations Hub to New Zealand
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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physical security
Ingram Micro launches its Xvantage Integrations Hub in New Zealand, enabling no-code workflow automation across Salesforce, Xero, and Dynamics platforms.
HCLTech & Rubrik launch VaultNXT to boost cyber resilience
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
HCLTech and Rubrik have launched VaultNXT, a platform powered by AI to enhance ransomware detection, recovery, and cyber resilience across enterprise and cloud systems.
Twilio launches global RCS messaging to boost trust & engagement
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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cx
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martech
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personalisation
Twilio has launched global RCS messaging, enabling businesses to send branded, interactive messages, boosting engagement and trust across 20 countries.
HPE launches agentic AI to transform Juniper network operations
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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storage
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virtualisation
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firewalls
HPE unveils agentic AI in its Juniper Networking portfolio, advancing self-driving network operations to simplify IT management and enhance user experience.
UiPath appoints Michael Atalla as Chief Marketing Officer
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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erp
UiPath has named Michael Atalla as Chief Marketing Officer to lead global marketing and boost adoption of AI-driven automation in business processes.
AI website builder Lovable fuels rise in phishing & scams
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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malware
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mfa
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crypto
Cybercriminals exploit AI website builder Lovable to swiftly create phishing and scam sites, lowering barriers for digital crime, warns cybersecurity firm Proofpoint.
Mastercard names Richard Wormald Asia Pacific president from 2026
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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fintech
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payment technologies
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mastercard
Mastercard will appoint Richard Wormald as Asia Pacific president in 2026, succeeding Ari Sarker who moves to an advisory role after a decade leading the region.
Papamoa Beach section could be New Zealand's first Bitcoin sale
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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crypto
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defi
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bitcoin
A beachside section on Papamoa Beach may become New Zealand's first property sale settled using Bitcoin, marking a new era in crypto real estate.
Sonu Shankar appointed Phosphorus President & COO after growth
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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hyperscale
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iot security
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mdm
Phosphorus Cybersecurity has appointed Sonu Shankar as President and COO following a record quarter driven by demand for automated security across the Internet of Things.
Permaconn unveils Video IQ to modernise existing CCTV systems
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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edge computing
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physical security
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cybersecurity
Permaconn launches Video IQ, a cloud-based service transforming existing CCTV cameras into smart, monitored security solutions in under 10 minutes.
Wiise appoints Sullivan McIntyre to drive AI ERP innovation
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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martech
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supply chain
Wiise appoints Sullivan McIntyre as Chief Product Officer to lead AI-driven ERP innovation for Australian and New Zealand SMBs.
Fergus appoints Hugh Walker as Head of Customer Experience
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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cx
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martech
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financial systems
Fergus has appointed Hugh Walker as Head of Customer Experience to lead customer teams and enhance its job management software platform globally.
KnowBe4 appoints Joel Kemmerer CIO to lead digital change
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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email security
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risk & compliance
KnowBe4 appoints Joel Kemmerer as Chief Information Officer to lead digital transformation and enhance cybersecurity platform capabilities.
New Zealand warned of worsening security threats by intelligence
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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nzsis
New Zealand faces rising threats from violent extremism and foreign interference, says Security Intelligence Service in its latest annual report.