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 276
Vietnam and New Zealand, set to dominate the tech world
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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partner programmes
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software development
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it industry
New Zealand tech companies are setting up offices in Vietnam as the country emerges as Asia's new tech manufacturing hub.
Software AG rolls out NextGen business analytics offering
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The ability to collect, monitor, analyse and understand a fast-moving stream of data is crucial for any digital enterprise, Software AG says.
Application Performance Management software in hot demand
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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apm
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software development
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management
The rising demand for cloud-based APM software is boosting the performance and availability of management software, according to Technavio.
Pure Storage ups investment into open source and cloud computing
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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storage
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converged infrastructure
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open source
Pure Storage expands OpenStack efforts with new solutions and certifications, supporting the OpenStack Foundation and Mirantis Unlocked.
Microsoft brings the power of IoT to the manufacturing industry
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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smartphones
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it in manufacturing
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public cloud
Microsoft is working with the OPC Foundation to enable greater application of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the manufacturing industry.
NZ Bus fleet begins transition to electric technology
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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cartech
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travel
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evs
NZ's Infratil electrifies buses with a US$30m Wrightspeed powertrain deal, paving the way for greener, quieter city travel.
Compromised credentials a leading point of attack in data breaches
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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mfa
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cloud security
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breach prevention
Survey shows compromised credentials contribute to nearly a quarter of data breaches, pushing companies to extend access control policies to third parties.
Digital transformation drives demand for big data services
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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martech
A multitude of industry verticals generate large volumes of data for record keeping and database admin, and this is driving the uptake of BDaaS.
The Hutt Valley primed to be NZ's next tech hub
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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the mind lab
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startups
Hutt Valley to host public meeting to discuss turning the region into a 'Technology Valley' with a focus on economic growth and job creation.
Kiwi developer takes Artificial Intelligence to new heights
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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crm
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martech
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ai
Touchpoint Group’s Ipiphany AI program pioneers simultaneous text, speech and machine learning to help customers better understand customer behaviour.
Cyber crims ditch financial markets, set sights on retail sector
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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cyber criminal
Retail sector now the most targeted by cyber criminals, surpassing finance sector, according to NTT 2016 Global Threat Intelligence Report.
Intel kicks restructure into hyper-drive
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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digital transformation
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iot
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personal computing devices
Intel refocuses its core business in a major restructuring bid, aiming to lead the charge in a smart, connected future.
Absolute extends persistent endpoint security to include third party vendors
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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endpoint protection
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risk & compliance
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edr
Absolute bolsters cybersecurity for businesses by integrating third-party vendors into its persistent endpoint protection service.
Technology set to change NZ as we know it
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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iot
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cartech
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nztech
Technology will reshape New Zealand in the next 10 years, with self-driving cars and smart devices playing a key role, says NZTech.
Aussie Government urges business to take action against cyber threats
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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deloitte
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cyber criminal
Australian businesses are falling behind in cyber security, leaving them vulnerable to cyber criminals, according to Deloitte.
Microsoft donates $625,000 to give Kiwi youth a head start
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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edutech
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microsoft
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high tech youth network
NZ's High Tech Youth and OMGTech! groups have received $625k in grants from Microsoft to support technology education for young people.
New RBI tower brings greater connectivity to Kauaeranga Valley
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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uc
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government
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telco
New RBI tower brings 4G broadband and mobile coverage to Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel, NZ - improving connectivity for residents and tourists.
University of Otago hosts 'From State to Social Media' event
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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social media
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university of otago
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digital media
National and overseas speakers have been invited to explore the complex and evolving interaction between states and ‘old’ and ‘new’ forms of media.
Millennials may be the secret to success in an age of digital disruption
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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recruitment
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epicor
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workforce management
Research reveals firms underutilising millennial tech prowess, risking their digital edge in an era of constant innovation.
Banks struggle to remain relevant as FinTech tools take over
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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fintech
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software development
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customers
Banks must collaborate with FinTech firms as they struggle to keep pace with the disruption caused by emerging technology, a report has found.