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
MintHC expands team with strategic, creative & digital hires
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branding
MintHC has strengthened its team with eight new hires in strategy, creative, digital, and client services to meet rising client demand and drive growth.
AI adoption in cloud security rises as firms seek data protection
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
AI use in cloud security rises as 79% of firms adopt it to combat skills shortages and protect expanding cloud environments, says Prowler report.
Wikimedia project boosts software for endangered languages worldwide
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ai
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software development
Wikimedia Deutschland’s project supports software development to preserve endangered languages across Indonesia, Africa, and Brazil, boosting access to knowledge.
FreightInsure launches embedded cover for NZ with up to $100,000
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FreightInsure launches embedded insurance in New Zealand, offering up to $100,000 cover for goods in transit via eCommerce and logistics platforms.
One NZ & Advantai Group partner to boost branded mobile services
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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cx
One NZ and Advantai Group partner exclusively to help NZ brands launch branded mobile services faster and cheaper using One NZ's award-winning network.
Australians remain cautious on AI despite high usage in travel
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digital transformation
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martech
Despite widespread AI use in travel, only 4% of Australians fully trust it, with 92% expressing concerns, reveals Booking.com’s Global AI Sentiment Report.
Europe approves 862-870 MHz band for satellite IoT expansion
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iot
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supply chain
Europe has approved the 862-870 MHz band for satellite IoT, enabling broader LoRaWAN connectivity for low-power devices in remote and underserved areas.
Cloudbrink adds identity tools & Crowdstrike link for hybrid work
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
Cloudbrink enhances its Personal SASE platform with native identity management and Crowdstrike integration to simplify security for hybrid workforces.
LevelBlue warns cyber incidents jump as social engineering rises
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
LevelBlue reports cyber incidents tripled to 17% in early 2025, driven by a 1,450% rise in social engineering attacks like fake CAPTCHA schemes.
Australian IT teams confident in resilience but face AI gaps
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Australian IT teams show strong confidence in operational resilience despite outage challenges, yet lag behind globally in AI readiness, says SolarWinds report.
THG Studios invests in virtual production to boost creativity
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genai
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cloud services
THG Studios has launched a Virtual Production suite in Manchester, investing seven figures to boost creative flexibility and cut costs for brands.
Xanadu & HyperLight set new benchmark for quantum photonic chips
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paas
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iaas
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quantum computing
Xanadu and HyperLight have set a new standard in quantum computing with thin-film lithium niobate photonic chips featuring record-low losses in scalable production.
ClearCourse acquires Davidson Richards to boost retail software
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martech
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commerce systems
ClearCourse has acquired retail software provider Davidson Richards, aiming to expand payment and eCommerce solutions across new retail markets.
Coinme expands cash-to-crypto service to 50,000 US locations
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
Coinme expands cash-to-crypto service to over 50,000 US retail locations, offering low fees and easy access for cash-preferred and unbanked consumers.
Digimune & ViaCarte launch Identicate cyber protection for banks
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data protection
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ransomware
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crypto
Digimune and ViaCarte partner to launch Identicate, a cyber protection platform offering Australian banks real-time identity theft alerts and financial fraud cover.
Alpha Ladder patents framework for carbon-backed stablecoins
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crypto
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fintech
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blockchain
Singapore's Alpha Ladder Group patents a framework for carbon-backed stablecoins, linking real-world decarbonisation projects to blockchain technology for greener finance.
Revolut to become title partner for Audi F1 team from 2026
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fintech
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cartech
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clean technologies
Revolut will be the title partner of Audi's new Formula 1 team starting in 2026, integrating fintech innovations in motorsport and fan engagement.
Sitehop slashes testing costs with UK quantum encryption lab
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devops
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encryption
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apm
Sitehop cuts testing costs and time dramatically by establishing a UK-based quantum encryption test lab, supported by a South Yorkshire Mayoral Authority grant.
UK SMEs see unchecked reliance on AI as top risk, study finds
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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zero trust security
One-third of UK SMEs view unchecked reliance on AI as their top risk, surpassing concerns over data exposure and cyberattack vulnerabilities, study finds.
Crowdsourced security gives CISOs edge in AI & data privacy
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
New research shows 15% of CISOs fully leverage crowdsourced security to better tackle AI safety and data privacy challenges in large firms.