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 5
Australia launches new AI safety standard with mandatory guardrails
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risk & compliance
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ai
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proposals
Australia unveils a new voluntary AI Safety Standard with a proposal for ten mandatory guardrails for high-risk AI, aiming to enhance safety and innovation.
Cybersecurity startup 12Port launches with zero trust solution
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hyperscale
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data protection
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dc
Cybersecurity startup 12Port emerges from stealth, debuting its Horizon solution, which simplifies microsegmentation for zero trust security strategies.
Couchbase launches mobile vector search, new columnar DB solutions
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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iot
Couchbase unveils vector search for its mobile platform, powering AI apps offline. Plus, introduces Capella Columnar on AWS for real-time JSON analytics.
Nuix unveils major AI advancements in its Neo platform
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nuix
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upgrades
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search
Nuix unveils major AI upgrades to its Nuix Neo platform at XLR8/24, boosting search accuracy and reducing processing times dramatically.
Revenera unveils OSS Inspector plugin for IntelliJ IDEA users
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open source
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Revenera launches OSS Inspector for IntelliJ IDEA, helping developers identify open source software risks directly in their IDE, ensuring secure, compliant code.
Altis Consulting renews DevelopHer programme for women in STEM
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it training
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data analytics
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jobs
Altis Consulting renews commitment to gender equality in STEM with updated DevelopHer programme, starting September 2024, offering tailored training and guaranteed jobs.
Paris AI startup Steerlab raises USD $1.9 million in pre-seed round
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cybersecurity
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hyperscale
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engineering
AI startup Steerlab secures USD $1.9m pre-seed funding to enhance its platform automating RFP responses, aiming to attract top talent and scale sales in US and Europe.
JBL debuts Soundgear Frames & Soundgear Sense in New Zealand
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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nz
JBL debuts Soundgear Frames and Sense headphones in New Zealand, blending advanced technology with environmental consciousness for a transformative audio experience.
Zendesk launches Relay to enhance customer communications
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cx
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martech
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cdp
Zendesk ANZ launches Relay to help businesses send proactive, personalised messages via WhatsApp and SMS, enhancing customer service and boosting sales.
Interactive announces collaboration with NetApp in Australia
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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multi-cloud
Interactive partners with NetApp to enhance storage management through Interactive Anywhere, transitioning IT costs from capex to opex, boosting client growth.
ProHance report reveals productivity divergence across sectors
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supply chain systems
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bpm
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outsourcing
ProHance's Global Productivity Benchmarking Report reveals stark productivity trends, with non-tech sectors seeing a 6% rise, contrasting tech's 4% decline.
BlackBerry & Dicker Data announce new cybersecurity partnership
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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dicker data
BlackBerry teams up with Dicker Data to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, addressing growing regional cyber threats.
Square introduces self-serve kiosk for hospitality businesses
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martech
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cx
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payment technologies
Amid staffing woes, Square debuts Square Kiosk to boost hospitality businesses' efficiency with seamless self-serve ordering, enhancing customer experiences.
Snowflake heralds AI transformation for Indian enterprises
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uc
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hyperscale
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martech
Snowflake emphasised its vision for transforming Indian enterprises through AI and data strategies at the World Tour in Delhi, spotlighting success stories and new innovations.
IDHL doubles office space in Leeds with new 10-year lease
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hcm
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investment
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digital marketing
IDHL moves into a 9,600 sq ft space at 10 South Parade, Leeds, with a new 10-year lease, doubling its office size to support its 400-strong workforce.
FinTech Australia announces Intersekt 2024 conference details
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fintech
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melbourne
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victorian government
FinTech Australia announces Intersekt 2024, featuring RBA's digital currency research and fintech innovations from Bendigo Bank, AMP Bank, and NAB in Melbourne.
Altia names Sarah Saxton-Jones as new Head of Product
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digital transformation
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leadership
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jobs
Altia names Sarah Saxton-Jones as new Head of Product, aiming to bolster innovation and growth with her extensive tech and business transformation experience.
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils new networking solution for FMI
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network infrastructure
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alcatel-lucent enterprise
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fibre
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has upgraded PT Fiber Media Indonesia’s network in Greater Jakarta, using advanced SPB technology to enhance speed, connectivity, and security.
Fortinet partners with Police Veterans Victoria for cybersecurity training
This month
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firewalls
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it training
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breach prevention
Fortinet partners with Police Veterans Victoria to offer free cybersecurity training, aiding veterans' transition to civilian careers and addressing the global skills gap.
Hybrid Anchor acquires Off Canvas, creating 40 new jobs
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software development
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martech
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m&a
Hybrid Anchor, based in Coatbridge, has acquired Edinburgh tech support firm Off Canvas, creating 40 jobs over three years amid its expansion strategy.