About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
News Editor
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 113
Unseen surge in cyber attacks blocked by Avast in 2023
Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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phishing
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email security
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digital entertainment
Avast blocked 10 billion cyberattacks in 2023, up 49% on the prior year, with cybercriminals deploying sophisticated methods including deepfake scams and exploiting PDF files and Google OAuth to steal user information.
SEON joins AWS ISV Accelerate Program to enhance fraud prevention
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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fintech
Online fraud prevention leader SEON steps into Amazon Web Service's Independent Software Vendor Accelerate Program, expanding its pioneering platform's accessibility and reach.
Vultr launches next-gen content delivery service with global reach
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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partner programmes
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cloud services
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managed services
Cloud computing giant Vultr introduces Vultr CDN, a next-gen international content delivery service, offering expansive, fast, and secure content distribution globally.
22Miles launches Microsoft Teams & Outlook tools for hybrid workplaces
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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uc
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ecm
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public cloud
22Miles launches Microsoft Teams app and Outlook plug-in, offering enhanced workplace productivity and seamless digital connectivity for hybrid teams.
RingCentral boosts UK healthcare with AI & EHR integrations
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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genai
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ai
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healthtech
RingCentral's AI enhancements and EHR integrations bolster UK healthcare, driving up staff productivity and patient satisfaction, whilst streamlining patient engagement and workflows.
Progress enhances OpenEdge platform for quicker application modernisation
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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application security
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data privacy
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healthtech
Progress enhances OpenEdge platform with features to accelerate application modernisation, optimise development processes and boost security for over 100,000 global customers.
ProvenRun & Renault division Ampere boost car cybersecurity
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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cartech
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cybersecurity
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car
ProvenRun partners with Renault's Ampere on cybersecurity for Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) Platforms, spearheading a new era in secure automotive communication.
Akamai launches Content Protector to thwart scraping attacks in Asia-Pacific
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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application security
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physical security
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akamai
In response to growing malicious bot activity in Asia Pacific and Japan, tech giant Akamai Technologies unveils Content Protector, a new tool designed to mitigate scraping attacks while preserving beneficial traffic.
NetApp extends successful data partnership with Aston Martin F1 team
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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uc
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data analytics
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partner programmes
NetApp extends its partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, a collaboration crucial for operational efficiency and competitive performance using real-time data insights.
Red Hat launches JBoss EAP 8 for efficient cloud workflow tools
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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hybrid cloud
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public cloud
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open source
Red Hat unveils general availability of JBoss EAP 8, promising enhanced cloud workflow and app modernisation support, compatible with Jakarta EE 10.
ServiceNow & Keensight Capital back global IT firm Plat4mation
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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data protection
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digital transformation
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genai
ServiceNow and Keensight Capital have invested in IT consultancy firm Plat4mation, marking ServiceNow's first European strategic investment to boost customer value delivery and foster growth through partners.
IAS extends AI-driven brand safety measures on Facebook & Instagram
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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facebook
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instagram
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verizon
Integral Ad Science expands its AI-driven Total Media Quality Brand Safety across Facebook and Instagram, enabling advertisers to gain better insight into campaign safety and appropriateness.
Aussie consumers embrace instore tech but fret over data security
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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data protection
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digital transformation
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supply chain
Amidst pressures for digital integration in stores, 93% of Aussie consumers use in-store tech but 80% worry about data security, whilst 44% encounter technical issues, reveals a SOTI report.
Arlo crowned Connected Home Security Camera Company of the Year
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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iot
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physical security
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ai
Arlo Technologies gains acclaim as the Connected Home Security Camera Company of the Year at the 8th annual IoT Breakthrough Awards, highlighting the firm's innovative smart home security products and commitment to consumer privacy.
Gartner identifies top key tech & service trends for 2024
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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partner programmes
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genai
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ai
Gartner identifies influential trends set to shape tech and service sectors by 2024, including AI safety, buyer behaviour shifts, and sustainability initiatives.
TeamViewer launches Spatial Support app for Apple Vision Pro
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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ar, vr & metaverse
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visual effects
TeamViewer has launched an innovative app named Spatial Support to enhance 3D visualisation and real-time remote support on Apple Vision Pro, demonstrating a leap in immersive assistance and after-sales service.
SentinelOne discovers new macOS malware threatening software integrity
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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malware
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cybersecurity
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apple
SentinelOne threat researchers identify malware macOS.Bkdr.Activator, spreading via illicitly modified versions of popular software, potentially threatening macOS users at an extensive scale.
Acronis joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association for cyber protection
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Cyber protection provider Acronis has joined the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) to further integrate its Cyber Protect Cloud with Microsoft's security tech to combat rising cyber threats.
Wi-Fi chipset market poised to hit $34.5bn by 2033 with 4.4% CAGR
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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semiconductors
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iot
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connectivity
Rising adoption of IoT devices, smart home appliances and widespread internet connectivity is set to push the Wi-Fi chipset market value beyond expectations.
Zoom enhances AI Companion capabilities for improved productivity
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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genai
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ai
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productivity
Zoom enhances the capabilities of its AI Companion to boost productivity, communication and inclusivity across its platform, introducing new features and capabilities.