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Melvin Hipolito
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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.
Stories by Melvin
Ken Washington named chairman at i-GENTIC AI to drive governance
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robots
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
Ken Washington, with decades in tech leadership, is appointed chairman at i-GENTIC AI to advance AI-driven compliance governance globally.
SALESmanago appoints Phil Draper as CEO to drive global AI growth
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saas
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cx
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personalisation
SALESmanago appoints Phil Draper as CEO to lead global expansion and enhance AI-driven customer engagement on its platform used by 3,600 firms worldwide.
High performers excel in strategy execution amid data challenges
Yesterday
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ai
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data capture
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ai adoption
High-performing firms excel in strategy execution by integrating technology and data, outpacing rivals despite widespread challenges in adapting to rapid market changes.
AI & tax intelligence set to transform business compliance by 2026
Yesterday
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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supply chain
By 2026, AI and tax intelligence will revolutionise business compliance, driving real-time reporting and transforming finance, trade, retail, and hospitality sectors globally.
MYOB appoints Paul Voges to lead enterprise division for growth
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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erp
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ai
MYOB has appointed Paul Voges to lead its Enterprise Division, aiming to grow its cloud ERP platform among mid-sized businesses in Australia and New Zealand.
Broadcom expands VMware Cloud to boost AI & private cloud
Yesterday
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virtualisation
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vpns
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private cloud
Broadcom broadens VMware Cloud Foundation with AI ReadyNodes, open networking, and enhanced hardware certification for flexible private cloud AI solutions.
Holiday shoppers demand faster, greener delivery but shun extra fees
Yesterday
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Holiday shoppers demand quick, eco-friendly delivery but resist paying extra, with UK consumers showing low confidence in on-time arrivals, survey reveals.
AMD targets strong AI growth with OpenAI deal & revenue aims
Yesterday
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semiconductors
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hyperscale
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dc
AMD targets 35% annual revenue growth and over USD $20 EPS in 3-5 years, with AI and OpenAI partnership driving its expansion in data centres.
Intuit QuickBooks launches AI agents to boost SME efficiency
Yesterday
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crm
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devops
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digital transformation
Intuit QuickBooks has launched AI agents in Australia to automate key SME workflows, boosting efficiency and reducing time spent on bookkeeping and compliance.
Australian IT firms win top Asia Pacific innovation awards
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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clean technologies
Australian IT firms Precision IT, ASI and Fuse Technology have won top Asia Pacific awards for growth, sustainability and digital innovation at Ingram Micro's 2025 summit.
Seeing Machines’ Guardian Gen 3 targets micro-distractions in fleets
Yesterday
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ai
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safety check
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road safety
Seeing Machines’ Guardian Gen 3 introduces AI-driven attention sharing to detect micro-distractions, enhancing safety across commercial fleets worldwide.
QuSecure appoints Garfield Jones to drive quantum security shift
Yesterday
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advanced persistent threat protection
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zero trust security
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ai
QuSecure appoints Garfield Jones as Senior VP to advance quantum-safe security, leveraging his US federal cybersecurity and post-quantum cryptography expertise.
BDO appoints Ben Coggin to boost Yorkshire Deals team growth
2 days ago
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partner programmes
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managed services
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m&a
BDO welcomes Ben Coggin as Transaction Services Partner to drive growth in Yorkshire and North East, strengthening support for mid-market businesses' strategic deals.
ANYbotics appoints new leaders to drive industrial robotics scale
2 days ago
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qualcomm
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venture capital
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industrial automation
ANYbotics appoints Marc Villard as VP Operations and Alessandro Norscia as Chief Product Officer to boost growth in industrial robotics.
Kate Driver rejoins DLA Piper to boost Auckland funds practice
3 days ago
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dla piper
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m&a
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real estate
Kate Driver has rejoined DLA Piper in Auckland as senior associate, enhancing the firm's Investment Management & Funds practice with her global expertise.
Dematic launches RTS 120 AGV for high-bay automation in warehouses
3 days ago
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data analytics
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supply chain
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wms
Dematic's RTS 120 AGV automates high-bay warehouse tasks up to 10m high, fitting existing sites without major infrastructure changes, enhancing safety and efficiency.
Prezzee names Edwin Ter Wijlen Chief AI Officer for global growth
3 days ago
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smart cities
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digital transformation
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cx
Prezzee appoints Edwin Ter Wijlen as Chief AI Officer to drive smart, responsible AI innovation and global growth across its digital gifting operations.
Eugene Donovan rejoins Gallagher Security as Training Solutions Engineer
4 days ago
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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security industry
Eugene Donovan returns to Gallagher Security as Training Solutions Engineer, bringing extensive experience to enhance practical learning at the Hamilton HQ.
Australian AI startup Heatseeker wins top L'Oréal beauty tech prize
4 days ago
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
Australian startup Heatseeker won top prize in L'Oréal's Big Bang Beauty Tech competition, advancing AI beauty tech across the South Asia Pacific region.
Adyen unveils robust payment terminals for retail & hospitality
4 days ago
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Adyen launches durable S1E4 Pro and versatile S1F4 Pro payment terminals, designed to boost efficiency in retail, hospitality, and beauty sectors.