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 78
Australian firms forecast 29% rise in Q1 2024 hiring rates
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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healthtech
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inflation
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employment
Australian firms anticipate a robust Q1 2024, predicting a 29% spike in hiring rates - a historical high despite slight Q4 2023 dip.
Accenture set to acquire Singapore's Jixie to boost marketing tech resources
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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data science
Accenture set to strengthen marketing transformation capabilities by acquiring Singapore's Jixie, a tech firm primarily focused on Indonesian clientele.
XConnect appoints James Williams as VP to fuel global expansion
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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martech
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partner programmes
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omnichannel
XConnect hires James Williams, a seasoned telecoms expert, as VP of Business Development, bolstering its 2024 global growth strategy with his vast experience and industry insight.
EY's Catriona Campbell awarded MBE for services to technology
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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converged infrastructure
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ai
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awards
Catriona Campbell, Chief Technology and Innovation Leader at EY UK and Ireland, has been awarded an MBE for her two-decade contribution to technology and AI innovation.
Zapata AI's research showcases impact of quantum-enhanced generative AI
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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quantum computing
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genai
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ai
Zapata AI's research published in Nature Communications showcases how quantum-enhanced generative AI can elevate classical AI capabilities, challenging the 'quantum versus classical' debate.
Lumen's groundbreaking Wi-Fi 7 device set for Quantum Fiber users
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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smart home
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wireless networks
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ar, vr & metaverse
Lumen Technologies unveils a new Wi-Fi 7 device for Quantum Fiber users, promising significant speed upgrades and optimised Wi-Fi experience for smart home and business sectors.
PhiliaDX unveils AI-powered 3D content production solution at CONTENT TOKYO
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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martech
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partner programmes
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ai
PhiliaDX debuts cutting-edge AI-based 3D content creation tool at CONTENT TOKYO 2023, promising faster production and 90% cost reduction for high-quality 3D content.
Growing cyber crime rate boosts next-gen firewall market growth
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Due to rising cyber crime, the next-gen firewall market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.48% between 2021 and 2028, per a Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence study.
ESET uncovers malicious Python projects spreading via PyPI
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
ESET Research has discovered a series of malicious Python projects distributed via PyPI repository, introducing a customised backdoor into Windows, Linux systems, and stealing personal data.
Mtest Labs forms significant partnership for advanced tech testing
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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devops
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partner programmes
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apm
Mtest Labs has inked a key partnership with a headline tech company for extensive testing of advanced AR, ML and Gen AI applications, underlining its prominent role in cutting-edge technology testing.
Level Access set to acquire digital accessibility innovator UserWay
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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ai
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investment
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m&a
Digital accessibility giant, Level Access, announces deal to acquire AI tech firm UserWay, expanding accessibility solutions reach for organisations of varying sizes.
AI market study predicts shift in vendor dominance by 2024
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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microsoft
Futurum Intelligence's AI enterprise survey predicts surprising power changes within AI deployment vendors, potentially deposing traditional IT suppliers by 2024.
VNET partners with SDHG to spur renewable energy in China
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
China's VNET Group partners with Shandong Hi-Speed Holdings to drive renewable energy projects and cutting-edge computing infrastructures across northern China, aiming for sustainable, low-carbon growth.
Global smart TV shipments expected to drop in 2023, IDC reveals
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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cleantech
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samsung
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amazon
Global smart TV shipments are expected to decrease by 5.5% in 2023, with zero growth in 2024, according to the IDC, amid economic challenges and consumer demand shifts. However, the Indian market bucks this trend showing robust growth.
China's top firms to increase AI spending, predicts IDC
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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ai
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it budget
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r&d
Top 2000 Chinese firms to devote over 50% of core IT budget to AI by 2027, potentially sparking a double-digit innovation hike, reveals International Data Corporation.
Traceable AI hires Brian McDonough as Chief Revenue Officer
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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application security
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partner programmes
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breach prevention
In a bid to enhance growth, AI security firm, Traceable AI, hires Brian McDonough, a former team member of Snyk and Recorded Future, as Chief Revenue Officer.
Palo Alto Networks boosts cybersecurity with Talon acquisition
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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zero trust security
Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon Cyber Security, a move that highlights the firm's growth in the cybersecurity sector and the introduction of Talon's enterprise browser technology.
Rambus unveils Gen4 DDR5 tech boosting data rate to 7200 MT/s
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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genai
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ai
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cloud services
Rambus unveils Gen4 DDR5 Registering Clock Driver, revolutionising data performance technology with an increase in memory bandwidth of up to 50%.
UNICOM expands immersion-ready servers in partnership with Intel and Dell
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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network infrastructure
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supply chain & logistics
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ai
UNICOM Engineering advances technological horizons with an expanded portfolio of immersion-ready servers.
Netsafe reveals growing online harm for New Zealanders
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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healthtech
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
Netsafe's 2023 research reveals a sharp rise in harmful digital communications experienced by New Zealanders, with almost half of the Māori population and many under 30 falling victim.