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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 16

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Data Connect launches vSOC Assure for cyber risk management
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Data Connect has launched vSOC Assure, a new service aimed at improving digital risk management through continuous cyber security assessments for organisations.
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Research reveals smart TV vulnerabilities threaten networks
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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iot
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displays & projectors
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genai
Research by CYFOX has uncovered critical vulnerabilities in smart TVs that threaten corporate networks, highlighting a broader industry security concern.
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ControlMonkey unveils automated cloud recovery solution
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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dr
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cloud services
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downtime
ControlMonkey has launched a pioneering Automated Disaster Recovery solution, the first of its kind to automate the restoration of entire cloud infrastructures.
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Bruce Security launches advanced SOC & MDR in Asia
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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siem
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digital transformation
Bruce Security launches advanced Security Operations Center and Managed Detection and Response services in Asia, enhancing cyber protection for businesses.
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Cybercriminals shift focus to mobiles & cryptocurrencies
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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malware
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data protection
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endpoint protection
A recent Kaspersky report reveals a staggering rise in mobile banking malware, with incidents soaring 3.6 times in 2024 amidst escalating phishing and crypto scams.
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Palo Alto Networks invests in Asia-Pacific cloud security
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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saas
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malware
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firewalls
Palo Alto Networks is investing in cloud infrastructure across Asia-Pacific and Japan, enhancing security and data residency support for regional customers.
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beIN & Planetcast boost sports broadcasts in Asia Pacific
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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dr
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cloud services
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programming
beIN Asia Pacific has partnered with Planetcast to enhance sports programming delivery across Southeast Asia and Australia, integrating advanced cloud-based solutions.
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ETSI launches Covercrypt for post-quantum data security
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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quantum computing
ETSI has launched Covercrypt, a new post-quantum security standard aimed at protecting critical data and communications from future quantum threats.
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Cyber risk report highlights decline in Australia malware
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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ransomware
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mfa
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cybersecurity
A new report by Trend Micro reveals a significant decline in Australia's Cyber Risk Index score, reflecting improved resilience against malware threats.
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UK businesses balance AI growth with sustainability aims
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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ai
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cleantech
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netapp
UK businesses struggle to balance sustainability and AI growth as 38% of data is unused, despite 92% acknowledging the environmental impact of single-use data.
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AI growth challenges data security in major enterprises
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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saas
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paas
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digital transformation
A new survey highlights that 82% of cybersecurity teams struggle with data visibility as AI adoption rises, revealing significant security challenges for businesses.
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Code & Theory launches Enterprise Experience practice
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
Code & Theory has launched its Enterprise Experience Transformation practice to enhance business content supply chains through AI integration, led by Cory Haldeman.
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Seattle AI startup Gradial secures USD $13m funding boost
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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hyperscale
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agentic ai
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digital marketing
Seattle-based AI startup Gradial has raised USD $13 million in Series A funding, aiming to enhance its marketing automation platform amid rapid revenue growth.
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Orbbec unveils Gemini 335Le camera & Pulsar SL450 LiDAR
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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robots
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supply chain & logistics
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ai
Orbbec has launched two innovative products, the Gemini 335Le 3D camera and Pulsar SL450 LiDAR, enhancing AI and robotic vision technology offerings.
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Orgvue & Lightcast join forces to enhance workforce strategy
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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data analytics
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collaboration
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market
Orgvue has partnered with Lightcast to integrate labour market analytics into its platform, aiding firms in strategic workforce planning with real-time insights.
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Forterro partners with AWS to enhance cloud ERP solutions
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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paas
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hyperscale
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cloud security
European software provider Forterro has partnered with Amazon Web Services to enhance its cloud ERP solutions, responding to growing demand among midmarket clients.
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Mapp secures $13m to enhance AI marketing strategy
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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hcm
Mapp has raised $13 million in funding to enhance its AI-driven marketing automation and expand its market presence, fuelled by O'Connor Capital Solutions.
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ANNA Money launches AI tax tool for sole traders and limited companies
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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payment technologies
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tax
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entrepreneur
ANNA Money has launched its new AI-powered tax solution +Taxes, targeting sole traders and limited companies, attracting hundreds of sign-ups in just two weeks.
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FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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it training
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data analytics
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dei
An analysis of FTSE 100 annual reports shows a stark contrast in priorities, with 69% focusing on technology but only 7% investing in workforce skills.
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N-able expands partnership with Rewst for optimised IT tasks
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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data protection
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paas
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iaas
N-able has expanded its Technology Alliance Program, teaming up with Rewst to automate tasks and enhance operational efficiency for IT providers.