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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

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Io.net unveils dynamic token model for DePIN AI GPUs

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Io.net unveils a dynamic token model to tie IDE rewards to real AI GPU usage after processing over $20m in decentralised compute leases.
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Secure I.T. Environments unveils data centre accelerators

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Secure I.T. Environments has launched Vertical Design Accelerators to speed data centre design, cut project risk and tailor sector needs.
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AI seen shifting to local edge models under stricter rules

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AI developers predict 2026 pivot to compressed, device-based models as energy rules tighten and governments tighten data control.
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Siemens study sets new benchmark for smart lab ventilation

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Siemens’ PEARL study finds smart, precisely controlled lab airflow boosts safety, slashes energy use and validates digital twin design.
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Tollring secures Microsoft Teams compliance nod for Analytics 365 product

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Tollring wins Microsoft nod for Analytics 365, joining a select group of Teams compliance recording providers with certified AI tools.
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UK bosses see AI reshaping work but not cutting jobs

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UK bosses say AI will transform roles, boost hiring and revenue, as daily use soars but fears over security and tool sprawl persist.
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AI surge reshapes global data centre growth for 2026

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AI-driven power demands will reshape 2026 data centre growth, spurring Nordic, Gulf and APAC hubs while straining UK skills.
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Small Cell Forum maps path to interoperable 5G NTN

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Small Cell Forum sets out how small cell know-how and open interfaces could underpin interoperable 5G satellite and hybrid NTN networks.
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Keeper links identity security alerts into ServiceNow

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Keeper links its identity and privileged access alerts into ServiceNow, giving security teams real-time, centralised incident response.
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Quobly runs silicon-28 quantum wafers through ST fab

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Quobly starts processing silicon-28 FD-SOI quantum wafers in an ST fab, linking a European supply chain towards million-qubit processors.
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FPT, SCSK launch COBOL PARK to tackle 2025 ‘digital cliff’

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FPT and SCSK are launching COBOL PARK in Japan to modernise ageing mainframes and avert the looming 2025 “digital cliff” risk.
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Australian firms to treat AI like staff by 2026, experts say

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Australian businesses are tipped to treat AI like human staff by 2026, tightening control of machine identities and data risks.
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Cegal expands UK tech apprenticeships & mentoring schemes

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Cegal boosts UK tech apprenticeships and mentoring with Microsoft-backed training to tackle IT skills gaps and fast-track new talent.
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AI-driven cyber threats spur surge in intel spending

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Fears over AI-fuelled cyberattacks and state-backed hacking are pushing organisations to ramp up threat intelligence spending in 2026.
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Satellite, eSIM & loyalty to reshape 2026 telecoms

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Satellite tie-ups, eSIM and loyalty-led MVNOs will drive practical, value-focused change in UK and European telecoms by 2026.
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Peer Software earns spot in Gartner 2025 customer report

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Peer Software has been named in Gartner’s 2025 Voice of the Customer report for hybrid cloud storage, reflecting strong enterprise reviews.
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TXP warns on low code, AI overload & supplier risk in 2026

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TXP warns 2026 will bring a low-code legacy crunch, AI-fuelled cognitive overload and tougher scrutiny of cybersecurity in supply chains.
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Castles opens Melbourne hub to drive Pacific growth

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Castles Technology has opened a Melbourne hub as its Pacific headquarters, targeting fast-growing Android payments across Australia and NZ.
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BlueCat predicts AI will reshape networks & security

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BlueCat leaders say AI, rising security threats and IT modernisation will force enterprises to rethink how they design and defend networks.
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Syspro joins US manufacturers’ group to drive AI shift

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Syspro joins the National Association of Manufacturers to steer AI adoption and cloud ERP upgrades across mid-sized US factories.