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 260
Ring releases advanced doorbell security in NZ
Fri, 6th Sep 2019
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digital entertainment
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video
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hd
Ring launches its wire-free Door View Cam in New Zealand, providing smart security for apartments and rentals at NZD $349, available in major retailers.
Telstra brings advanced VR streaming to Aus
Fri, 6th Sep 2019
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Telstra and partners Magna Systems, Summit Tech, and Igloo debut 8K VR streaming over 5G at the Telstra Vantage showcase, setting an Australian first.
Commvault acquires SDS company Hedvig for $225m
Fri, 6th Sep 2019
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multi-cloud
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commvault
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sds
Commvault has acquired software defined storage company Hedvig for $225m, advancing its strategic vision in data management. #Commvault #Hedvig #datastorage.
ESP and AWS work to reduce NZ's carbon footprint
Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cleantech
ESP partners with AWS to enhance NZ's carbon reduction, achieving significant energy savings and driving innovation.
NetFoundry and Technilium partner up to offer comms services to ANZ
Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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saas
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multi-cloud
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cloud services
NetFoundry and Technilium team up to provide ANZ businesses with secure, cloud-native communication services, enhancing connectivity and agility.
Trade Me releases 7th annual Transparency Report, data requests down 24%
Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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data privacy
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government
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trade me
Trade Me’s 7th annual Transparency Report reveals a 24% drop in data requests from New Zealand authorities, emphasising commitment to user privacy.
Swedish company teams up with CERN to advance autonomous car tech
Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Zenuity partners with CERN to leverage machine learning for autonomous cars, aiming to enhance safety through rapid data interpretation and decision-making.
APAC data and analytics market to hit US$90bn by 2022
Fri, 30th Aug 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The APAC data and analytics market is projected to reach USD $90 billion by 2022, driven by AI and IoT, with China and Japan leading.
eGrowth charts considered a success for NZ's Northern region
Fri, 30th Aug 2019
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healthtech
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dhb
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northland dhb
Digital growth charts in New Zealand's Northern Region lauded as over 200,000 created since launch, enhancing paediatric care despite traditional methods.
YOOZOO enables seamless payments for global audience
Fri, 30th Aug 2019
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gaming
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martech
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commerce systems
YOOZOO Games has adopted the services of Ingenico ePayments to enable Ingenico Connect, a mobile first platform offering payment across multiple devices.
Toyota invests in hydrogen-fuelled vehicles for a brighter future
Fri, 30th Aug 2019
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cartech
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toyota
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car
Toyota ramps up investment in hydrogen-fuelled vehicles to decarbonise transport, targeting a 90% cut in CO2 emissions per vehicle by 2050.
Hitachi Vantara recognises top ANZ partners
Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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storage
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partner programmes
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revera
Top partners were recognised for Growth, Innovation, Evolution and Collaboration and one industry leader was given the Hitachi Hero award.
Palo Alto Networks expands commitment to NZ market
Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Palo Alto Networks is expanding its New Zealand business operations in order to better prepare local businesses for growing cybersecurity concerns.
Ping Identity snaps up new marketing exec from Intel
Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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digital marketing
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ping identity
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idaas
As the latest executive to join the business, Kevin Sellers brings more than 20 years of experience in brand and marketing to the leadership team.
NZ's The Cookie Project seeks to break down disability stigmas
Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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qr code
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eat my lunch
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social enterprise
NZ's The Cookie Project unveils QR code packaging to combat disability stigma by connecting consumers with bakers. Launching in select Auckland stores.
Kiwibank reestablishes commitment to local market, despite drop in profit
Mon, 26th Aug 2019
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kiwibank
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financial results
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financial institutions
Kiwibank announces growth in customer lending and deposits, but a decrease in net profit after tax for FY2019.
Northland to get new school specialising in tech skills
Mon, 26th Aug 2019
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edutech
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martech
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software development
A new tech-focused tertiary school in Whangarei aims to address Northland's tech skills shortage, offering software development and design programmes.
Citrix announces new desktop as a service solution for Aus market
Fri, 23rd Aug 2019
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virtualisation
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daas
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public cloud
Citrix has announced it launching a cloud-hosted offering to deliver Windows applications and desktops from Azure to any device.
Sophos report sheds light on Aussie cybersecurity landscape
Fri, 23rd Aug 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
Employee education and corporate culture are key to successful cybersecurity practices, says a new study commissioned by Sophos.
Jaguar Land Rover’s new research heralds the next generation of cars
Fri, 23rd Aug 2019
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digital signage
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cartech
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it automation
Jaguar Land Rover, partnering with Cambridge University, is pioneering immersive 3D head-up display tech to boost driver safety and in-car entertainment.