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
Mid-market APAC firms boost cybersecurity but lag in AI use
Yesterday
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firewalls
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siem
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks' new study reveals rising cybersecurity budgets among mid-market Asia-Pacific firms but highlights gaps in AI adoption and resilience.
Panaseer launches tool to automate enterprise compliance tasks
Yesterday
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apm
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Panaseer has launched the Cyber Frameworks Catalog to automate compliance management, easing security reporting for firms in regulated sectors.
Assured Data Protection launches Innovation Team for global growth
Yesterday
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data protection
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dr
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hybrid cloud
Assured Data Protection forms Innovation Team to expand disaster recovery and cyber resiliency services globally, led by Tony Giannini and UK experts.
e2e-assure & Validato partner to enhance cyber resilience
Yesterday
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
e2e-assure partners with Validato to offer businesses continuous cyber security validation, enhancing defence against evolving threats using MITRE ATT&CK framework.
AI adoption grows in Singapore retail as trust concerns persist
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Salesforce's report reveals 85% of Singaporean retailers plan to boost AI investments, with 69% viewing AI agents as vital for competitive edge in 2025.
XPON acquires Alpha Digital to boost AI marketing services
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
XPON Technologies has acquired Alpha Digital to boost AI-driven marketing, combining strategy expertise with advanced AI tech for personalised campaigns.
Hitachi Vantara details gains in energy efficiency & carbon cuts
Yesterday
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storage
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hyperscale
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dei
Hitachi Vantara's FY2024 Sustainability Report details strides in energy efficiency, carbon reduction and eco-friendly business practices across its global operations.
Robinson secures $71 million for advanced tech platform
Yesterday
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it in manufacturing
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collaboration
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investment
Robinson Research Institute secures $71 million over seven years to boost New Zealand's advanced magnetic technology and materials innovations.
Iktos makes Makya drug design AI accessible on AWS Marketplace
2 days ago
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saas
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paas
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digital transformation
Iktos partners with AWS to launch its AI drug design tool Makya on AWS Marketplace, boosting global access for pharma companies to accelerate drug discovery.
IoT Security Foundation launches new group for device identity
2 days ago
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paas
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it in manufacturing
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iot security
The IoT Security Foundation has launched a Device Identities Working Group to boost IoT security by developing trusted device identities across the supply chain.
Efex strengthens cyber services with Datcom buy amid expansion
2 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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breach prevention
Efex has acquired Australian cybersecurity firm Datcom to boost its managed IT services amid rising cyber threats and over 500 breach reports in six months.
Lastwall IdP earns FedRAMP nod for quantum-ready Zero Trust
2 days ago
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Lastwall's Identity Platform has earned FedRAMP Moderate Authorisation, enabling US federal agencies to deploy quantum-resistant Zero Trust cybersecurity solutions.
Miro unveils partner programme to drive innovation for clients
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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collaboration
Miro launches Solutions Partner Program, linking customers with experts to boost organisational transformation and maximise use of its Innovation Workspace platform.
Advanced launches with $25 million to boost startups
2 days ago
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fintech
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software
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tax
Advanced launches with $25m to fund Australian startups by advancing R&D Tax Incentive refunds, aiming to boost economic impact and innovation growth.
StackAdapt debuts unified platform for email & programmatic ads
2 days ago
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
StackAdapt launches new email and Data Hub tools, integrating owned and paid media via one platform to boost marketers' efficiency and insight.
TCS MasterCraft introduces GenAI for faster legacy IT modernisation
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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application security
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it automation
TCS has updated MasterCraft with GenAI and Agentic AI to cut legacy IT modernisation costs by 70% and double the speed of transformation projects.
Zensar Technologies appointed to modernise Post Office digital services
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Zensar Technologies will spearhead the Post Office's two-year digital modernisation, enhancing user-friendly services and replacing legacy systems across the UK.
GPC Asia Pacific adopts AI-powered platform to streamline supply chain
2 days ago
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partner programmes
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retailtech
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ai
GPC Asia Pacific chooses RELEX Solutions to optimise forecasting and replenishment across 600 stores, aiming to improve inventory and product availability.
RingCentral unveils flexible pay-per-organiser model for events
2 days ago
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uc
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
RingCentral wins Frost & Sullivan's 2025 Global Customer Value Leadership Award and rolls out pay-per-organiser pricing for its Events platform.
Lazarus Group targets South Korean supply chains via software flaws
2 days ago
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firewalls
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network security
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financial systems
Kaspersky reveals Lazarus Group's 'Operation SyncHole,' targeting South Korean supply chains via software vulnerabilities and watering hole attacks.