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 50
Qantas breach sparks national push for stronger cyber resilience
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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edutech
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Qantas’ cyberattack affecting 6 million Australians sparks urgent calls for nationwide investment in stronger digital education and cyber resilience.
Percona launches free open source encryption for PostgreSQL data
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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storage
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data protection
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encryption
Percona launches pg_tde, a free open source Transparent Data Encryption for PostgreSQL, enabling secure, compliant data storage without licensing fees or vendor lock-in.
Turtl launches Hatch AI to boost B2B marketing efficiency & ROI
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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martech
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partner programmes
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cdp
Turtl unveils Hatch AI, a tool designed to help B2B marketers speed content creation and link it directly to revenue and pipeline goals.
Talon.One raises $135 million to boost AI loyalty platform
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Talon.One has raised $135 million to advance its AI-powered loyalty platform, serving over 270 global brands including H&M and Adidas.
NVIDIA & Black Forest Labs boost AI image editing with FLUX.1
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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ai
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software development
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nvidia
NVIDIA and Black Forest Labs have optimised the FLUX.1 Kontext AI image editing model for RTX GPUs, doubling performance and simplifying workflows with natural language prompts.
Devart launches dbForge 2025.1 with AI assistant & new UI
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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ai
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agentic ai
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features
Devart launches dbForge 2025.1 featuring an AI assistant, revamped UI, and enhanced support for SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and Azure Synapse Analytics.
Insight completes major digital overhaul for AROYA cruise ship
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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crm
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digital transformation
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digitisation
Insight completes a major digital overhaul of the AROYA cruise ship, enhancing passenger experience with advanced IT systems in just 11 months.
Siren 14.7 boosts police investigations with AI-driven insights
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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data analytics
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llms
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ai
Siren's 14.7 investigative platform uses AI to help police tackle complex threats, enabling real-time analysis of vast data for faster, clearer insights.
Milford enhances research with Bloomberg RMS Enterprise adoption
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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edutech
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data analytics
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integration
Milford, managing NZD $27bn, adopts Bloomberg’s RMS Enterprise to streamline research workflows and enhance automated insights across its investment teams.
Xanadu teams up with Mitsubishi Chemical for quantum chip advances
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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uc
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semiconductors
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quantum computing
Xanadu and Mitsubishi Chemical partner to use quantum computing for improving semiconductor chip production via advanced EUV lithography simulations.
A*STAR & Siemens partner to advance smart manufacturing in ASEAN
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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manufacturing
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digital transformation
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it automation
A*STAR and Siemens have teamed up to boost smart, sustainable manufacturing in Singapore and ASEAN with cutting-edge AI and automation technologies.
eflow Global launches sandbox to help reduce false positives
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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devops
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surveillance
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data analytics
eflow Global introduces a new Sandbox feature for TZTS Trade Surveillance, enabling firms to reduce false positives by safely testing alert thresholds with real data.
LevelBlue acquires Trustwave to form largest global MSSP
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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devops
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
LevelBlue's acquisition of Trustwave creates the world's largest pure-play managed security services provider, enhancing global cyber defence capabilities.
BI WORLDWIDE launches global channel solution to boost partner motivation
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
BI WORLDWIDE unveils BIW Channel Solutions, a global initiative using behavioural science and tech to enhance partner motivation in indirect sales channels.
CIBC & TELUS launch $2 million bursary for Black students
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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higher education
CIBC and TELUS have launched a $2 million bursary supporting up to 500 Black students in Canada with education and career development resources.
TeamSystem acquires ClicData to boost AI data tools for SMEs
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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saas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
TeamSystem has acquired French SaaS firm ClicData to enhance AI-driven data analytics for over 2.5 million SMEs across Europe and North America.
Australian marketers eager on AI but most lack readiness, report finds
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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partner programmes
Australian marketers show strong interest in AI, but 52% remain beginners with limited readiness, reveals the first AI Readiness Score report by ACAM.
Gamma unveils team to drive growth & digital transformation
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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uc
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
Gamma launches a Strategic and Transformation Team to drive growth and digital transformation in UCaaS, networks, and managed services for partners and businesses.
NorthEdge invests in Oak Engage to drive expansion & growth
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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saas
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hcm
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ai
NorthEdge has invested in Newcastle's Oak Engage to boost growth of its employee engagement software, serving clients like NatWest and Aldi.
Moneythor launches AI suite to boost bank personalisation
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Singapore's Moneythor launches AI Suite to help banks deliver personalised, proactive banking experiences and boost customer engagement globally.