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
Onehouse unveils Open Engines for flexible data lakehouses
Today
#
hyperscale
#
data science
#
open source
Onehouse launches Open Engines, enabling users to deploy open compute engines on its lakehouse platform, boosting query speeds and cutting cloud costs.
Vultr spotlighted in Omdia Sovereign Cloud 2025 market report
Yesterday
#
storage
#
data protection
#
private cloud
Vultr is recognised in Omdia's 2025 Sovereign Cloud report for its agile cloud solutions that keep data within national borders, addressing strict privacy laws.
AI-powered code checker launched to tackle security flaws
Yesterday
#
secops
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
Symbiotic Security launches version 1 of its AI-powered code checker assistant, spotting and fixing security flaws in real-time within developers’ IDEs.
FireMon hires ex-Skybox leaders to boost global expansion
Yesterday
#
firewalls
#
network security
#
cloud security
FireMon appoints four former Skybox Security sales leaders to boost expansion across EMEA, APAC, and North America in network security policy management.
Kaspersky tops 2024 security tests with record 97% TOP3 rate
Yesterday
#
devops
#
phishing
#
reviews
Kaspersky topped 91 of 95 independent cybersecurity tests in 2024, with a 97% TOP3 finish rate, marking 12 years as industry leader globally.
Acronis stops 7.5 million cyberattacks as platform grows
Yesterday
#
data protection
#
email security
#
dlp
Acronis blocked over 7.5m cyberattacks last year, expanding its security tools and partner base, securing Champion status in Canalys's Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix.
Southeast Asian firms face surge in ransomware attacks in 2024
Yesterday
#
malware
#
firewalls
#
ransomware
Southeast Asia faced 400 daily ransomware attacks in 2024, with Indonesia hit hardest and Malaysia seeing a 153% surge, Kaspersky reports.
Infor launches Velocity Suite to speed up business workflows
Yesterday
#
digital transformation
#
rpa
#
genai
Infor unveils Velocity Suite, a toolset using AI and automation to streamline business workflows and boost efficiency for diverse industries globally.
Allvue’s Nexius platform promises faster, unified private data
Yesterday
#
rpa
#
ai
#
data management
Allvue Systems launches Nexius, a cloud-native AI-ready data platform to streamline private capital data management and analytics globally.
Nerdio unveils unified Microsoft 365 & AVD solution for MSPs
Yesterday
#
saas
#
cloud security
#
iam
Nerdio unveils Manager for MSP 6.0, a unified platform boosting automation and security for Microsoft 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop management.
DoiT unveils CloudFlow, AI FinOps tool for cloud control
Yesterday
#
hyperscale
#
cloud security
#
open source
DoiT has launched CloudFlow, an AI-powered no-code platform to automate FinOps across AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, and Kubernetes, boosting efficiency and control.
OmniOn unveils compact 2.8kW supplies for AI & IoT
Yesterday
#
storage
#
datacentre infrastructure
#
hyperscale
OmniOn Power launches compact HPR-series power supplies delivering 2.8kW, designed for AI and IoT in data centres, with high efficiency and reliability.
Australians warned of rising election scams as poll nears
Yesterday
#
phishing
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
email security
Cyber experts warn Australian voters to beware election scams ahead of the federal poll, predicting tactics similar to those seen in the US as threats rise.
AvePoint unveils new central hub for managing data security
Yesterday
#
data protection
#
risk & compliance
#
ai
AvePoint has unveiled its Risk Posture Command Center within its Confidence Platform to simplify data security and risk management for organisations.
Australian firms move to passkeys as cyber threats bypass MFA
Yesterday
#
ransomware
#
mfa
#
phishing
Australian organisations face rising cyber threats bypassing MFA, prompting a shift to passwordless authentication and a AUD $288.1 million government security boost.
VeVe unveils new BLACKPINK digital series with YG Entertainment
Yesterday
#
digital entertainment
#
ar, vr & metaverse
#
streaming
VeVe and YG Entertainment launch a new BLACKPINK digital collectibles series featuring AR tech, offering fans interactive 3D assets of JISOO, JENNIE, ROSÉ, and LISA.
Anker SOLIX launches full home energy portfolio in Australia
Yesterday
#
storage
#
smart home
#
power / energy
Anker SOLIX launches full range of home energy solutions in Australia, including durable storage systems and portable power stations for sustainable power independence.
Nebius to expand AI cloud operations, Singapore eyed as hub
Yesterday
#
multi-cloud
#
genai
#
ai
Nebius is expanding its AI infrastructure into Southeast Asia, choosing Singapore as a hub to boost regional AI adoption and startup support.
Citation Group acquires foundU to strengthen SME services
Yesterday
#
risk & compliance
#
management
#
workforce technology
Citation Group has acquired Brisbane-based foundU to boost its workforce management services for Australian SMEs, enhancing compliance and payroll solutions.
Travelgoogoo launches global eSIM with year-round messaging
Yesterday
#
uc
#
apps
#
telco
Singapore's Travelgoogoo launches Travelgoogoo365, offering a £14 annual global eSIM membership with unlimited messaging across 123 destinations worldwide.