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 8
AI cuts development time by 50%, but concerns on job losses grow
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devops
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apm
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low-code
AI is reshaping software development, with 75% of firms reporting up to 50% faster project completion. OutSystems and KPMG reveal ongoing challenges but foresee a bright future.
Auckland's Spark Game Arena Live dazzles with NZD $240K tourney
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digital entertainment
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gaming
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nz
Thousands gathered at Auckland's Spark Arena for a gaming festival, Spark Game Arena Live. Highlights included an immersive virtual snake hunt and a Fortnite tournament with a prize pool over NZD $240,000.
Forrester's 2025 predictions reveal mixed trends in AI & tech
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digital transformation
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aiops
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ai
Forrester's 2025 Predictions reports forecast AI and tech trends, highlighting AI investment pitfalls and increased AIOps adoption to manage tech debt.
Oracle NetSuite unveils new AI tools to boost business productivity
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financial systems
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genai
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data privacy
Oracle NetSuite unveils advanced AI capabilities at SuiteWorld, aiming to boost financial accuracy, decision-making, and operational efficiency without extra costs.
Solstice Energy expands into electricity market with Gentrack
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power / energy
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electricity
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branding
Solstice Energy has entered into the electricity market, focusing on providing comprehensive energy solutions with Gentrack's support.
Progress to acquire ShareFile from Cloud Software for $875m
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martech
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cx
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ai
Progress to acquire ShareFile from Cloud Software Group for $875 million, enhancing its AI-powered collaboration services. Deal to close by 30 Nov 2024.
Loop launches customisable order tracking to boost shopper engagement
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personalisation
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martech
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cdp
Loop revolutionises post-purchase experience with free Order Tracking feature, enabling brands to engage customers through custom tracking pages, boosting sales and reducing support queries.
Aspire Technology sees 23.6% revenue boost, nears GBP £40 million
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private cloud
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soc
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nps
Aspire Technology Solutions reports a 23.6% revenue increase to nearly GBP £40 million, driven by a 97% surge in cybersecurity services.
New Bill mandates extensive climate disclosure for Australian firms
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power / energy
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cleantech
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schneider electric
New legislation mandates annual sustainability reports for large companies, requiring detailed emissions and climate risk disclosures by 1 January.
DoorDash expands global reach, partners with Oracle NetSuite
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commerce systems
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martech
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ipo
DoorDash leverages Oracle NetSuite for growing over 37 million active consumers monthly in 30+ countries, connecting buyers with 500,000+ local businesses.
Westcon-Comstor expands Broadcom partnership in APAC region
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casb
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cybersecurity
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enterprise security
Westcon-Comstor has been named an inaugural Catalyst Partner under Broadcom’s Enterprise Security Group, securing sole APAC distribution rights for Symantec and Carbon Black.
Interactive partners with Homestyle for aged care IT solutions
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partner programmes
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interactive
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managed services
Homestyle Aged Care partners with Interactive for comprehensive IT solutions to enhance resident safety and data security, addressing critical aged care challenges in Victoria.
Honeywell tech powers Peter Mac's AUD $105m cell and gene therapy manufacturing facility
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it in manufacturing
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Honeywell supports Peter Mac’s AUD $105M Melbourne facility, Australia’s first to commercialise CAR T-cell therapies, with advanced building tech.
STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India's digital growth
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India’s data centre expansion, tripling its IT load capacity over the next 5-6 years amid rising digital demand.
Indosat launches IMSecure to bolster customer data protection
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data protection
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malware
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phishing
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has launched IMSecure, reinforcing their commitment to data protection, aiming to fortify customer trust against digital threats.
AI laptops set to revolutionise personal computing in 2024
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gaming
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surveillance
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martech
AI's integration in personal computing sees a transformative year. MSI's AI laptops promise faster, secure processing and energy efficiency, reshaping user experiences.
Noosa Shire Council appoints first Change Champion to uplift tech
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digital transformation
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r&d
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automation
Noosa Shire Council appoints its first Change Champion, Mark Bentley, to boost digital adoption and enhance efficiency, amid resistance to rapid technological changes.
Swoop challenges MaxoTel with $0.040 per Vonex share offer
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uc
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telco
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westpac
Swoop has made a non-binding offer to acquire Vonex, outbidding MaxoTel’s June scheme with a $0.040 per share proposal, aiming to create a national telecom giant.
Salesforce introduces integrated upgrade with Salesforce Foundations
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cx
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martech
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cdp
Salesforce launches Salesforce Foundations, a major upgrade integrating Sales, Service, Marketing, Commerce, and Data Cloud features at no added cost, enhancing user experience.
Visa & Banked launch Visa A2A platform for UK in 2025
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data protection
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fintech
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payment technologies
Visa partners with Banked to unveil Visa A2A, a revolutionary system set to transform account-to-account payments and enhance security for UK consumers. Launching in 2025.