About Catherine
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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 7
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Macquarie Government expands partnership with Netskope
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firewalls
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network security
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casb
Macquarie Government has expanded its partnership with Netskope, enhancing network security for a major Federal Government department in Australia.
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Appian celebrates winners of 2024 APJ Partner Awards
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Appian announced its 2024 Asia-Pacific and Japan Partner Awards, celebrating partners for their notable customer engagement and innovation across the region.
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AI in cybersecurity: Not yet autonomous, but the time to prepare is now
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digital transformation
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phishing
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email security
As we approach 2025, experts warn that while AI is increasingly used to enhance cyberattacks, fully autonomous threats remain largely unfulfilled.
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AI & IT systems crucial for retail success on Black Friday
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
As Black Friday looms, retailers face the dual challenge of IT resilience and consumer trust in AI, with only 10% of UK shoppers keen to use AI tools.
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8x8 sees 60% growth in new product sales for FY25 Q2
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
8x8 has reported over 60% year-on-year growth in new product sales, attributed to the rising demand for its AI-powered customer experience solutions.
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Majority of marketers dissatisfied with current CMS tools
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ecm
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martech
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partner programmes
Research by Storyblok reveals 93% of marketers and developers dissatisfied with their CMS, citing integration shortcomings and outdated content as key issues.
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Netsafe & EduSpark join forces to boost online safety in Asia
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edutech
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data privacy
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cyberbullying
Netsafe has formed a partnership with EduSpark to enhance online safety education across Asia, targeting issues like cyberbullying and misinformation.
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SentinelLabs uncovers CyberVolk hacktivist operations
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
SentinelLabs has unveiled a report on CyberVolk, detailing the hacktivist group's ransomware activities and connections within the cybercrime ecosystem.
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Palo Alto forecasts AI-driven cyber threats in APAC 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks forecasts a pivotal 2025 for APAC cybersecurity, spotlighting AI integration and rising threats from deepfakes and quantum computing.
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Cybersecurity predictions for Asia Pacific in 2025
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firewalls
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Palo Alto Networks reveals that by 2025, Asia Pacific organisations must unify cybersecurity platforms to combat rising AI-driven threats and deepfakes.
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SK Planet partners with Mocaverse for Web3 experiences
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gaming
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
SK Planet partners with Mocaverse to enhance user experiences in Web3, integrating MOCA Coin into its digital ecosystem for 28 million users.
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SentinelOne ranks 145th on Deloitte's Fast 500 List
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uc
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endpoint protection
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edr
SentinelOne has secured a place on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 List for the sixth year running, achieving a remarkable 808% revenue growth since 2019.
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MapAI secures $1.3 million for generative AI growth
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smart cities
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data analytics
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genai
MapAI has secured $1.3 million in funding for its Generative AI data analytics platform, aiming to enhance user engagement with geospatial data.
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Gartner reveals top HR tech trends for 2024 including AI
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digital transformation
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hcm
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genai
Gartner has unveiled the top three HR technology trends for 2024, highlighting AI tools, skills management, and virtual assistants as key innovations.
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Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Barracuda Networks predicts that by 2025, cyber threats will become more automated, with increased attacks on critical infrastructure and cloud services.
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AVer unveils two new audio-visual products designed for professionals
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edutech
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digital entertainment
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video conferencing
AVer has launched the TR535 Dual Lens Auto Tracking Camera at AUD $7,949 and FONE700 Ceiling Speakerphone System at AUD $6,749 for professional sectors.
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Commvault named leader in Forrester Wave Q4 2024 report
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saas
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
Commvault has been named a Leader in Forrester's Q4 2024 report on Data Resilience Solutions, scoring top marks in the Current Offering category.
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Australian banks criticised for weak email scam defences
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Research by Proofpoint reveals that 66% of Australian banks are ill-equipped to combat email fraud, risking customer safety amid rising scams.
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Australian councils urged to enhance digital services
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saas
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digital transformation
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council
A new report reveals Australian councils are struggling to meet digital service demands amid growing community expectations for streamlined access.
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Sphere Drones delivers HubX unit to Aptella, marking advancement in drone tech
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drones
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risk & compliance
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productivity
Sphere Drones has successfully delivered the innovative HubX unit to Aptella, enhancing automated drone capabilities across various sectors in Australia.