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 4
AI increasingly shapes global consumer purchasing trends
Last week
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data analytics
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ai
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shopping
NielsenIQ's report shows 40% of global consumers embrace AI for shopping, highlighting a surge in online sales by 11.6% driven by social commerce.
Appdome named mobile security leader in five categories
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application security
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devsecops
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cybersecurity
Appdome has earned leader status in five new categories from G2, enhancing its reputation in mobile security and anti-fraud solutions.
Databricks opens new European hub in central London
Last week
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data analytics
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cx
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data science
Databricks has unveiled a new European hub in central London, enhancing its presence in the UK and supporting innovation in data and AI solutions.
Snowflake highlights AI's transformative role in India
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
At the Snowflake World Tour in Mumbai, experts proclaimed the vital link between AI and data, showcasing transformative impacts on Indian enterprises.
DigiCert launches Common Mark Certificates for email security
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
DigiCert has launched Common Mark Certificates, enabling organisations without trademarks to enhance email security and branding, increasing trust and visibility.
Forescout discovers security flaws in DrayTek routers
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
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iot security
Forescout Technologies has unveiled 14 security vulnerabilities in DrayTek routers, raising significant cybersecurity concerns globally and urging urgent protective measures.
Flexible working crucial for NZ office workers, survey shows
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
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recruitment
A recent survey reveals that 45% of New Zealand office workers would reconsider their jobs if work-from-home options were reduced, highlighting a shift in workplace preferences.
Venafi upgrades machine identity platform for cloud era
Last week
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encryption
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Venafi has unveiled key upgrades to its Machine Identity Control Plane, enhancing cloud management and preparing for quantum computing challenges.
Marketers face hurdles in leveraging first-party data
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martech
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financial systems
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data privacy
A new report from Cint and Lotame reveals marketers face significant challenges in utilising first-party data, with 70% highlighting its importance.
Deepfake threat worries 94% of IT professionals, report finds
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data protection
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report from IRONSCALES reveals that over 94% of IT professionals are concerned about deepfake technologies threatening cybersecurity amid a pivotal election year.
Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month kicks off, experts stress the urgency of adopting robust cyber defence strategies amid rising digital threats.
Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey
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martech
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cybersecurity
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adobe
Australian cybersecurity professionals face rising job stress amid increased threats and low budgets, with 53% anticipating a cyberattack within a year.
Cybercrime to cost $12 trillion by 2025, says Forrester
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iam
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genai
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data privacy
Forrester's 2025 Predictions report warns of $12 trillion cybercrime costs by 2025, urging firms to respond to evolving risks with proactive security measures.
Aussie firms lead AI shift with strong digital literacy push
This month
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ai
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management
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digital literacy
Australian companies outpace US, UK, and Europe in AI readiness, with 90% prioritising AI literacy and GTM leaders gearing up for a 20% tech investment increase by 2025.
Sphere Drones secures $1.89m deal with NSW National Parks
This month
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drones
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risk & compliance
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cleantech
Sphere Drones wins $1.89 million contract with NSW's NPWS to improve natural hazard management using their HubX drone systems.
Stratio BD unveils AI-driven data fabric to transform management
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data protection
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digital transformation
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data fabric
Stratio BD unveils its Generative AI Data Fabric 4.4, integrating data ecosystems and AI, enhancing data interactions with conversational prompts.
Fivetran hits $300m ARR amid AI-driven data demand
This month
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martech
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it automation
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cdp
Fivetran's ARR surpasses $300 million as businesses increasingly turn to AI, boosting demand for automated data movement, says CEO George Fraser.
ControlUp leads digital employee experience solutions market
This month
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daas
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public cloud
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hcm
ControlUp has been named the top Digital Employee Experience solution by the DaaS Like a Pro 2024-2025 report, used by 24% of contributors.
Google Cloud & DNeX partner to boost Malaysia's cloud tech
This month
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ai
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cloud services
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investment
Google Cloud and DNeX partner to offer sovereign cloud services in Malaysia, targeting industries with strict data needs like finance and healthcare.
Hakkoda unveils data solutions for retail & CPG sectors
This month
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martech
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supply chain & logistics
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cdp
Hakkoda launches data modernisation services for retail and CPG sectors, aiming to enhance inventory, supply chain, and real-time consumer insights.