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 38
Australians largely in the dark about Open Banking, Waave study reveals
Wed, 1st May 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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payment technologies
Despite the introduction of Consumer Data Right (CDR) five years ago, 68% of Australians remain unaware of the Open Banking concept, according to a survey by payment tech company, Waave.
ControlUp enhances Edge DX to optimise digital employee experience
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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hcm
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digitisation
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it management
ControlUp has boosted its ControlUp Edge DX system with advanced user dashboards, employee sentiment surveys and a AI-based chatbot, aiming to optimise IT management.
FPT Corporation partners with USAID for carbon neutrality by 2040
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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vietnam
FPT Corp, Vietnam's pioneering tech firm, partners with V-LEEP II via a LoC set by USAID, to cut carbon emissions by 2040, a decade ahead of the national commitment.
Email spam hits new high, increasing nuisance communication by 31%
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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digitisation
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ico
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email
Surge in spam and nuisance communications, particularly via email and digital platforms, revealed in latest Freedom of Information data from the ICO, raising concerns about consumer trust erosion.
SmartBear introduces GenAI-powered no-code test automation in Zephyr Scale
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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it automation
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low-code
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ai
SmartBear integrates GenAI-powered, no-code test automation into its Jira-native platform, Zephyr Scale, improving test management and boosting efficiency.
Absoft Implements SAP S/4HANA migration to a West Midlands Public Council
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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erp
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contracts
UK-based SAP consultancy Absoft has secured a pivotal contract with a West Midlands Public Council for the maiden SAP Public Cloud implementation within a UK local authority.
Object First selects Vitanium for launch of ransomware-proof backup appliance
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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storage
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virtualisation
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data protection
Software firm Object First has partnered with UK-based Vitanium, a data protection expert, to launch a ransomware-proof backup storage appliance, optimised for Veeam users.
Kaspersky boosts email security features after 77% of firms hit by cyber attacks
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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ransomware
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email security
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ai
Kaspersky has unveiled an advanced update to its Security for Mail Server solution, spurred by research showing 77% of businesses experiencing a cyber incident in the last two years.
Satellite potential vastly underutilised, says GSA report
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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uc
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spacetech
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telco
Satellites' potential to bolster terrestrial networks is underutilised, says a Global mobile Suppliers Association report showing a surge in tie-ups between operators and satellite vendors for rural coverage.
Equifax & Norton team up to bolster Australian Cyber Safety
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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data protection
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physical security
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apm
Equifax and Norton unite to fortify identity safety for Australians, integrating Norton’s identity monitoring into Equifax's subscriptions, addressing rising fears of identity theft.
Portnox teams up with Bugcrowd for private bug bounty programme
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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security vulnerabilities
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hackers
Cloud-native access control solutions provider, Portnox, is launching a private bug-bounty scheme in collaboration with Bugcrowd, incentivising white-hat hackers to identify security vulnerabilities for financial rewards.
InterSystems & Imagelink partner to boost digital transformation in Malaysia
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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ecm
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digital transformation
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martech
Renowned data solutions provider InterSystems partners with Imagelink Software to accelerate digital transformation in Malaysia, offering a new document management solution to enhance public data quality and services.
evec & Connekt partner to monetise EV charging solutions
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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cartech
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cleantech
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entrepreneurship
North West EV-charger firm evec partners with software provider Connekt to monetise EV chargers and spur greener future. This strategic alliance targets a surging demand for EV charging solutions.
Mnaara.com launches as world's first fintech for Shariah-conscious investors
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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fintech
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investment
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london
London-based fintech, Mnaara, provides the world's first platform in accordance with specialised finance principles, granting direct access to global private equity funds.
Mitel bolsters growth with enhanced business communication strategy
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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hybrid cloud
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e-learning
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data privacy
Mitel, a global business communications leader, unveils strategic enhancements in hybrid cloud solutions, deep vertical integrations, and multimodal capabilities, set to propel company growth and increase customer value.
Topia & Jobbatical partner to revolutionise global talent mobility
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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ai
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talent
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digital revolution
Topia and Jobbatical unite to streamline international work relocations, revolutionising global talent mobility with tech-enabled visa and relocation services.
Equinix commits to Singapore renewable energy deal with Sembcorp
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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dc
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hyperscale
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power / energy
Digital infrastructure giant, Equinix, dives into Singapore's renewable energy market with a large-scale solar power purchase agreement in alignment with Singapore Green Plan 2030.
Hyland pioneers AI updates for increased efficiency & automation
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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edutech
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ecm
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martech
Hyland, global content solutions leader, introduces Hyland Experience Automate (Hx Automate), a pioneering service from its next-gen Hyland Experience (Hx) platform, aiming to revolutionise AI application in business management.
PIA unveils revamped Android VPN app with Shadowsocks integration
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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smartphones
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vpns
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data privacy
Private Internet Access unveils revamped Android VPN app featuring heightened user privacy, a sleeker design, and swift Kotlin-based coding, offering superior online safeguarding.
FPT & NVIDIA partner to develop AI & Cloud services hub
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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edutech
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digital transformation
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cx
FPT, a global IT firm, announces a $200m partnership with NVIDIA to build a one-stop shop for AI and Cloud services, aiming to make Vietnam an emerging AI hub and foster a skilled future workforce.