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 6
AI-driven phishing & malware threats to rise by 2025
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Cybersecurity firms are bracing for a surge in AI-driven threats by 2025, with SMEs particularly vulnerable to sophisticated phishing and data breaches.
Patients Know Best secures GBP £6m for PHR expansion
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healthtech
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capital
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digitalisation
Patients Know Best has raised GBP £6 million in funding from Growth Lending to enhance its Personal Health Record platform, supporting NHS digitalisation efforts.
Quantum computing remains distant despite advancements
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paas
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encryption
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iaas
A Forrester report reveals that while quantum computing has made strides, practical applications remain a decade away due to persistent challenges.
SentinelOne honoured as 2024 Gartner Customers' Choice
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endpoint protection
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cloud security
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cx
SentinelOne has been named a 2024 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms, receiving high praise from users.
Siemens unveils new advancements for industrial AI at CES
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virtualisation
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it in manufacturing
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digital transformation
Siemens showcased groundbreaking advancements in industrial AI at CES 2025, including innovations for aerospace and solutions for startups, boosting productivity.
Westcon-Comstor in ANZ switches to 100% renewable power
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cartech
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power / energy
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cleantech
Westcon-Comstor has reached a landmark achievement by powering all its sites in Australia and New Zealand with 100% renewable electricity, aiming for global targets by 2030.
NBN Co secures wind power deal to cut carbon emissions
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power / energy
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cleantech
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sustainability
NBN Co has begun sourcing renewable electricity from the Macarthur Wind Farm, marking a key step towards its aim of 100% renewable energy by December 2025.
Dell unveils eco-friendly AI PCs with durable designs
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network infrastructure
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partner programmes
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ai pc
Dell Technologies has launched updates to its AI PC portfolio, prioritising sustainability and performance with new modular designs and recyclable materials.
Dell unveils monitors with groundbreaking display tech
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network infrastructure
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digital entertainment
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apm
Dell Technologies has launched its latest flagship monitors, claiming to revolutionise display technology with enhanced visual and audio capabilities.
Mail Metrics acquires Adare SEC, boosts UK market presence
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public sector
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investment
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ey
Mail Metrics has acquired Adare SEC, its fourth purchase in four years, expanding its workforce and boosting UK revenue projections to GBP £175 million.
Candidates receive fewer job offers in cooling market
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hcm
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employment
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work-life balance
A recent Gartner study reveals a drop in job offers, with only 63% of candidates receiving offers in Q3 2024, down from 73% last year.
Consumers feel exploited by brands' dynamic pricing
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cx
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martech
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inflation
A Gartner survey reveals that 68% of US consumers feel exploited by dynamic pricing, with many preferring brands that offer consistent prices.
Only 11% of sales firms thrive in transformation periods
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digital transformation
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productivity
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analyst report
A recent Gartner survey reveals that only 11% of sales organisations have successfully navigated transformations, raising concerns for Chief Sales Officers.
China leads global wrist-worn device market in 2024
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personal computing devices
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apple
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samsung
China has become the largest global market for wrist-worn devices, leading shipments at 45.8 million units, driven by a 20.1% year-on-year growth.
Indian IT services market reaches USD $7.4 billion in 2024
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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genai
The Indian IT services market surged to USD $7.4 billion in the first half of 2024, boosted by digital transformation and cloud migration efforts.
Wearable device shipments to rise by 6.1% by 2024 IDC reports
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smart glasses
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meta
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analyst report
Global shipments of wearable devices are set to rise by 6.1% in 2024, hitting 538 million units, although growth is expected to slow in 2025.
Netwrix unveils new features in their 1Secure platform
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
Netwrix has unveiled its latest security platform update, Netwrix 1Secure, enhancing data protection in both cloud and on-premises environments.
Loopit gains traction with flexible car subscriptions
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economics
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subscriptions
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inflation
The car subscription model is rising in Australia, offering consumers alternatives to traditional loans amid inflation and economic uncertainty.
LG debuts innovative PF600U & CineBeam S projectors
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
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streaming
LG Electronics has unveiled two innovative projectors at CES 2025, the multifunctional PF600U and the compact CineBeam S, enhancing viewer experiences.
Mindgard secures $8m to expand AI security solutions and market reach
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application security
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breach prevention
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ai security
Mindgard, a UK startup focused on AI security, has raised $8 million in seed funding to boost R&D and expand into the US market.