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
Kaspersky enhances SIEM solution with AI & new features
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endpoint protection
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siem
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cloud security
Kaspersky has unveiled major upgrades to its Security Information and Event Management solution, aiming to boost productivity amid escalating cyber threats.
Email attacks surge in APAC, phishing up by 30% in 2024
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malware
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phishing
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cybersecurity
New research from Abnormal Security highlights a 26.9% rise in advanced email attacks in the Asia-Pacific, with phishing emerging as the leading threat.
StorONE adds Kubernetes support to enterprise platform
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data protection
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multi-cloud
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cloud storage
StorONE has unveiled the integration of Kubernetes support into its ONE Enterprise Storage Platform, enhancing the simplicity and efficiency of container management.
Zendesk exploit allows phishing scams, CloudSEK reports
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
CloudSEK's latest report reveals how cybercriminals exploit Zendesk's subdomain feature to create convincing phishing scams, risking brand trust and security.
Privacy pros stressed by cuts & regulatory demands
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data protection
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data privacy
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ai
A recent ISACA report reveals that privacy professionals face soaring stress levels due to budget cuts and regulatory pressures, with 63% feeling more stressed than five years ago.
Caseware acquires Australian AI startup Extractly.ai
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document management
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data analytics
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ai
Caseware has acquired Australian AI startup Extractly.ai, known for its intelligent document processing, enhancing its presence in the audit technology sector.
Oracle launches new AI tools to boost sales productivity
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cx
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genai
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ai agents
Oracle has unveiled new AI agents within its Fusion Cloud Sales to enhance customer engagement and boost sales team productivity.
BT urges CNI to switch from copper to digital by 2025
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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sustainability
BT is calling on UK's Critical National Infrastructure providers to shift from outdated analogue systems to digital by December 2025 to safeguard essential services.
Teleport 17 enhances security for cloud infrastructure
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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network security
Teleport has unveiled its Teleport 17 update, enhancing access control for large enterprises facing rising cloud security challenges amidst increasing breaches.
Telstra and ISPT forge ahead with 5G DAS in Sydney
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
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collaboration
Telstra and ISPT have launched advanced 5G connectivity at 477 Pitt Street, Sydney, providing comprehensive mobile coverage for building tenants.
DoiT acquires LiveDiagrams to enhance cloud intelligence
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devops
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hyperscale
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apm
DoiT has acquired LiveDiagrams, enhancing its Cloud Intelligence platform with new capabilities for improved cloud architecture visualisation and optimisation.
SmartBear unveils AI-driven API and Insight Hubs for teams
Last week
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digital transformation
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api
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software development
SmartBear has unveiled two AI-driven hubs, API Hub and Insight Hub, to streamline software development and enhance quality for teams facing tool fragmentation.
Dragos & Yokogawa partner to boost industrial security
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Dragos and Yokogawa Electric have partnered to bolster global industrial cybersecurity by integrating Dragos’s platform with Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP system.
Fortinet firewalls hit by major data leak and zero-day flaw
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firewalls
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mfa
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breach prevention
A major data leak impacting Fortinet firewalls has revealed sensitive information from 15,000 devices following a critical vulnerability, prompting urgent cybersecurity measures.
Index Engines achieves major growth with CyberSense software
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ransomware
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partner programmes
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ai
Index Engines celebrated a transformative year in 2024, reporting a remarkable 112% sales increase in the banking sector fueled by rising ransomware threats.
Trellix revamps partner program for cybersecurity growth
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Cybersecurity firm Trellix has revamped its Xtend Partner Program to enhance growth and profitability, introducing new training resources and support for partners.
UK space investment soars, creating jobs & educational prospects
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edutech
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spacetech
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cloud services
Investment in the UK's space sector has surged by 435% since 1990, creating nearly 49,000 jobs and fostering educational opportunities for future generations.
Gamma to acquire STARFACE to boost cloud market in Europe
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uc
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telco
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telephony
Gamma plans to acquire STARFACE Group from Maxburg to strengthen its foothold in Europe's cloud communications market, pending regulatory approval.
Alcatel-Lucent partners with Westcoast for UK distribution
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edutech
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has partnered with Westcoast to distribute an extensive range of communications and networking technologies across the UK and Ireland.
JLR partners with Tata to enhance connected driving experiences
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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cx
JLR has partnered with Tata Communications to integrate the MOVE platform into future vehicles, ensuring seamless connectivity in 120 countries from 2026.