About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
Journalist
Currently working as a freelance writer and content creator, Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.
Stories by Catherine - Page 2
Panzura launches rapid ransomware recovery solution
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ransomware
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data protection
Cloud data management specialist Panzura debuts Panzura Detect and Rescue, an anti-ransomware solution using robust AI detection to reduce recovery times from days to hours amid a global surge in cybersecurity threats.
Rising foreign interference exploits insider threats, says DTEX report
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advanced persistent threat protection
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insider threats
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public sector
DTEX Systems' report warns that nation state actors are increasingly exploiting insider threats, escalating their interference and intellectual property theft. The issue necessitates urgent attention for enhancing defensive resilience of entities.
Universal Robots & MathWorks deepen partnership for advanced cobot deployment
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software engineering
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engineering
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collaboration
Universal Robots joins MathWorks Connections Program, a strategic collaboration set to enable engineers design, test, simulate, and launch advanced cobot applications using advanced mathematical computing software.
London firms inspire sixth formers to consider data centre careers
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colocation
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data centre operators
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skills gap
VIRTUS Data Centres and HireHigher have hosted an event, stimulating London sixth form students to contemplate careers in the data centre industry, showcasing a range of roles and their crucial contributions.
Westcon announces expanded partnership with AudioCodes for UCaaS provision
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uc
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voip
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microsoft
Westcon-Comstor partners with AudioCodes to enhance Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) and Contact Centre as a Service (CCaaS) offerings, aiming to boost recurring revenues for their partners.
MongoDB & Google Cloud enhance partnership for advanced AI applications
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paas
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cloud services
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public cloud
Aiming to bolster the construction, scaling and deployment of Generative AI applications, MongoDB and Google Cloud enhance their partnership, creating unique retail and manufacturing solutions while upholding robust security and privacy standards.
Optiva & GDi partner to enhance telecom operator services
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network management
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martech
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cdp
Optiva and GDi team up to provide CSPs with integrated BSS and OSS software, linking billing and customer data to network management, delivering faster time-to-market and improved customer experiences.
Kaspersky's VPN outshines peers in AV-TEST's independent evaluation
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cloud services
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vpn
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video
Kaspersky's VPN service lauded by AV-TEST for superior performance, highlighting a significant 355% boost in upload speeds for international connections and robust streaming features.
TeKnowledge launch signals new era for global digital services
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
TeKnowledge, a global tech company formed by Cytek Security, Tek Experts, and Elev8, launched on 9th April 2024, evolving digital transformation services.
UK public sector embraces emerging tech for digital transformation
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wfh
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digital transformation
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ai
UK public sector prioritises digital experience tech, with 90% of leaders planning substantial investments over the next five years to improve employee and citizen digital experiences, Riverbed survey suggests.
Darktrace shifts to proactive AI strategy to combat rising cyber threats
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voip
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contact centre
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microsoft teams
In response to rising AI-driven cyber threats, Darktrace is repositioning to a platform-based strategy aimed at better equipping businesses to anticipate and counter these advanced cyber attacks.
Prolific aims to establish industry standards for human data use in AI
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data protection
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accounting systems
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digital banking
Prolific introduces a first-of-its-kind Participant Wellbeing report, advocating for ethical human data use in AI and academic research, following controversies over AI tasker exploitation.
Retail & CPG sectors underestimate AI's role in demand volatility
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bi
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big data
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data analytics
Global retailers and CPG companies underestimate AI's potential in tackling consumer demand volatility, according to a study by RELEX Solutions. The AI adoption ranked only fifth in strategic plans.
KPMG and Stone & Chalk seek startups for Future Technology Program
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big data
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bi
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cx
KPMG Australia and Stone and Chalk seek innovative start-ups for the fourth run of the Future Technology Program to tackle economic challenges and improve business performance.
Wavelink gets sole Claroty distributorship for Australia
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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ml
Enterprise solutions leader Wavelink broadens its partnership with cyber-physical systems security brand Claroty, obtaining distribution rights across all business segments in Australia.
Oracle launches AI-powered platform to combat money laundering
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ml
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compliance
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money laundering
Oracle unveils AI-powered Finance Services Compliance Agent to help banks combat a predicted $5.05tn in money laundering in 2024, through enhanced transaction monitoring and risk-control efficiency.
Sendbird's new platform aims to cut business SMS costs by 30%
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cx
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martech
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ai
Sendbird launches Business Messaging platform, a cost-efficient omnichannel communication solution for businesses, potentially reducing message-related expenses by 30%.
Deloitte & RMIT Online join forces for climate reporting course
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compliance
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climate change
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deloitte
Mandatory climate reporting in July instigates a vital shift, with Deloitte and RMIT Online joining forces to offer a course for finance professionals.
Qualtrics unveils AI-powered suites for improved experience management
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ai
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analyst report
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idc
Qualtrics enhances its user experience with the unveiling of three novel AI-driven suites, empowering organisations to boost customer experience, streamline their strategic research and align their investments efficiently.
Elsight's Halo system boosts Australian drone delivery potential
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drones
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connectivity
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robotics
Elsight's Halo technology, facilitating multiple drone flights by a single pilot, become crucial for Australia's expanding drone delivery services and impending aerial taxis, with substantial growth predicted over the next two decades.
Evergreen acquires Digital Origin in UK managed IT services expansion
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cloud services
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endpoint protection
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edr
In a bid to expand UK presence, IT group Evergreen acquires Milton Keynes-based Digital Origin, marking its second UK market expansion effort after last year's purchase of The Final Step.
UK IT leaders see transformative potential in generative AI, report finds
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cloud services
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cx
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martech
New Elastic study reveals nearly all (99%) UK IT decision makers believe generative AI can drive significant organisational change, despite concerns around privacy, security and regulation.
Unstoppable Domains joins GlobalBlock for enhanced brand protection
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data protection
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web development
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cybersecurity
The Brand Safety Alliance's new GlobalBlock service will include Unstoppable Domains to extend domain blocking protections, countering brand impersonation and IP hijacking on Web3 extensions.
Giga! boosts app accessibility for Singapore's disabled community
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app development
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mobility
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digitisation
StarHub's Giga! enhances digital inclusivity for People with Disabilities (PWDs) in Singapore through new, integrated accessibility features and continued free service, endorsing the Digital for Life initiative.