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 49
Vultr secures first equity financing, valued at $3.5bn
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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ai
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funding
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capital raising
Vultr secures its first equity financing at a valuation of $3.5 billion, aiming to expand its global AI infrastructure and cloud computing services.
Medallia reveals experience management trends for 2025
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Medallia predicts that 2025 will see hyper-personalisation, employee empowerment, and AI transforming customer engagement strategies.
Simulation engineering helps firms cut environmental impact
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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cartech
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power / energy
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ai
A new report by Ansys and McKinsey highlights simulation engineering's role in innovation and sustainability, showcasing a potential 10% reduction in emissions.
Skillsoft integrates with SAP for enhanced skills insights
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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it training
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hcm
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jobs
Skillsoft has launched a new integration with SAP's talent intelligence hub, aiming to bolster workforce skills insights for UK businesses amid skills shortages.
Allianz uses VR therapy to aid driving phobia recovery
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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collaboration
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insurance
Allianz has launched a Virtual Reality therapy programme to help drivers overcome phobias following accidents, in partnership with the Sydney Phobia Clinic.
Tinybeans urges parents to rethink photo sharing online
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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data privacy
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ai
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social media
Tinybeans warns parents against oversharing children's photos online, highlighting privacy risks linked to AI technologies amid growing safety concerns.
Free AI & cyber courses launched to close skills gap
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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genai
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ai
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cybersecurity
The Open University and the Institute of Coding have introduced free AI and cyber courses for over 6,000 young adults in the UK to bridge the digital skills gap.
Survey reveals UK's top & least-favoured Christmas gifts
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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edutech
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data analytics
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martech
A new CEWE report reveals that 73% of UK adults have faced disappointment with gifts, highlighting the best and worst presents for Christmas.
Keepit secures $50 million to boost global expansion
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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saas
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data protection
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investment
Keepit has secured $50 million in funding to bolster global expansion and innovate its data protection services, raising total funds to $90 million.
Report reveals strategies for Wi-Fi & Private 5G merger
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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uc
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network infrastructure
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5g & beyond
The Wireless Broadband Alliance has unveiled a report on integrating Private 5G and Wi-Fi, aiming to enhance enterprise network management and cut costs.
Thales forecasts cybersecurity trends reshaping 2025 landscape
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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physical security
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quantum computing
Thales forecasts key cybersecurity trends for 2025, pinpointing risks like intellectual property loss and increased attacks on critical infrastructure.
Quid & Vantage Discovery unite for AI retail insights
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
Quid and Vantage Discovery have teamed up to revolutionise retail intelligence by merging site search data with social trends, enhancing shopper insights.
ReliaQuest reveals increase in malware via fake CAPTCHA pages
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
ReliaQuest's new report reveals a surge in fake CAPTCHA pages used for malware distribution, with incidents nearly doubling from September to December 2024.
Businesses face $2.58 million in losses per hour from bots
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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endpoint protection
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martech
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commerce systems
Cequence warns businesses could face average losses of USD $2.58 million per hour this December due to surging malicious bot traffic and fraud.
IBM expands in Australia with Neudesic launch initiative
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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digital transformation
IBM has launched Neudesic in Australia, harnessing Microsoft technology to enhance businesses in sectors like finance, manufacturing and energy.
Ironscales unveils Autopilot to boost AI email security
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
IRONSCALES has launched its Winter 2024 Release, introducing AI-driven features to bolster email security against advanced phishing threats.
Vectra AI leads in 2024 IDC report on network detection
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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network infrastructure
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public cloud
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soc
Vectra AI has been named a leader in the 2024 IDC MarketScape assessment for its exceptional network detection and response capabilities.
TechWorks unveils strategy to boost UK semiconductor sector
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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semiconductors
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
TechWorks has unveiled a strategic report aimed at revitalising the UK semiconductor industry, targeting USD $100 billion in value over ten years.
Nottingham University partners with Explorance to analyse data
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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edutech
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data analytics
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financial systems
The University of Nottingham has teamed up with Explorance MLY to enhance student survey data analysis, aiming to elevate educational outcomes and satisfaction.
ISACA report highlights gender gap in IT sector efforts
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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isaca
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leadership
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gender diversity
A recent ISACA report reveals only 41% of IT firms are boosting female recruitment, despite 87% recognising a significant gender representation issue.