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
Servers Australia partners with NetApp for sovereign cloud
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digital transformation
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hpc
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collaboration
Servers Australia has partnered with NetApp to enhance its sovereign cloud services, targeting the rising demand for secure, high-performance IT solutions in Australia.
Fujitsu & Macquarie launch AutoML course to boost AI skills
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
Fujitsu and Macquarie University have teamed up to launch a four-week online AutoML course, addressing the rising demand for 1.3 million tech workers in Australia.
ICC enhances arbitration platform with Opus 2 technology
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document management
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law
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legal tech
The ICC has launched an enhanced version of its Case Connect platform, powered by Opus 2, to streamline arbitration and improve dispute resolution efficiency.
LoftLabs launches vNode for enhanced Kubernetes isolation
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storage
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devops
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hardware
LoftLabs has launched vNode, a virtual container runtime that boosts node-level isolation in Kubernetes, offering enhanced security without extra hardware.
Spirent unveils cutting-edge Ethernet solutions at OFC 2025
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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ethernet
Spirent Communications will unveil cutting-edge Ethernet validation solutions at OFC 2025, including 400G, 800G, and 1.6T technologies, to meet AI-driven demands.
Kaspersky named Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025
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endpoint protection
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edr
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ai
Kaspersky has been named the inaugural Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025, enhancing its role in the global tech landscape.
AI agents crucial to app development in APAC, says report
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crm
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digital transformation
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low-code
Salesforce's latest report reveals over 80% of APAC software leaders see AI agents as vital for app development, highlighting a shift towards low-code tools.
Wyndham City Council completes phase one of digital upgrade
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smart cities
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digital transformation
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financial systems
Wyndham City Council has launched the first phase of a digital overhaul, implementing TechnologyOne's OneCouncil ERP system to streamline operations and enhance services.
NSW reveals innovation plan with AUD $27 billion target
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government
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atlassian
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development
The New South Wales Government has launched the NSW Innovation Blueprint 2035, targeting an investment boost of AUD $27 billion and nearly 100,000 new jobs.
Kaspersky discovers & patches zero-day Chrome flaw
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malware
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endpoint protection
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phishing
Kaspersky has uncovered and patched a critical zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome, enabling attackers to bypass sandbox protections via malicious links.
Pharmx portal launch reduces supply chain time to one day
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food
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pfizer
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pharmaceuticals
Pharmx has launched a new supplier portal designed to cut supply chain integration from twelve weeks to just one day, benefiting over 7,000 Australian pharmacies.
New Relic unveils eAPM to boost Kubernetes observability
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devops
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digital transformation
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it automation
New Relic has launched eAPM, a feature to enhance IT team efficiency and boost application uptime through automated monitoring of Kubernetes applications.
ThreatAware unveils Version 3.0 of its cyber security platform
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data protection
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api
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cybersecurity
ThreatAware has launched Version 3.0 of its CAASM platform, enhancing device visibility and security for organisations navigating fragmented IT landscapes.
Exabeam unveils Nova AI agent for enhanced security ops
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siem
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it automation
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ai
Exabeam has launched Nova, an autonomous AI agent that enhances security operations by speeding up incident response and boosting analyst productivity by up to 80%.
Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
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malware
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firewalls
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open source
Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.
NCC report reveals cyber threats to UK emergency services
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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fire
A new NCC Group report reveals a worrying 15% rise in ransomware attacks on UK emergency services, with over 5,263 incidents recorded in 2024.
Global Cloud Xchange rebrands to FLAG with new focus
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ai
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telco
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cable
Global Cloud Xchange has rebranded as FLAG, aiming to enhance its subsea, edge data centres, and cable landing stations investment across diverse regions.
Erqos & DashIO partner to advance IIoT connectivity
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smartphones
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software development
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bluetooth
Erqos Technologies and DashIO have formed a partnership to enhance Industrial Internet of Things automation, integrating EQSP32 MicroPLC with DashIO's user interface.
Kinetic IT recognised in Australia's top managed awards
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deloitte
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it services
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itsm
Kinetic IT has secured its place among Australia’s Best Managed Companies for the fourth consecutive year, lauded for excellence in innovation and growth.
2025 report reveals decline in technology breach rates
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ransomware
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mfa
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breach prevention
The 2025 Global Third-Party Breach Report reveals a significant dip in technology sector breaches to 46.75%, highlighting a shift in cyber-attack patterns.