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About Catherine

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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

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MSys Technologies rebrands as Aziro to lead in AI innovation
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storage
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digital transformation
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fintech
MSys Technologies has rebranded as Aziro, signalling a strategic shift to prioritise AI innovation in enterprise software and digital transformation.
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Multiverse Computing launches CompactifAI API for AWS model compression
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digital transformation
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api
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genai
Multiverse Computing has launched its CompactifAI API on AWS, enabling efficient compression and deployment of large AI models to reduce costs and boost scalability.
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JFrog & NVIDIA partner for enterprise-ready sovereign AI control
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edge computing
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devsecops
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ai security
JFrog and NVIDIA have teamed up to deliver a sovereign AI solution, letting enterprises control, manage, and deploy AI models securely and compliantly.
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NTT DATA named advisory partner for Plug & Play AI hubs
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
NTT DATA is the exclusive advisory partner for Plug and Play's AI Centres of Excellence across North America, supporting startups and corporates with AI innovation.
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Amplitude launches AI Agents to streamline product optimisation
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saas
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digital transformation
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ai
Amplitude unveils AI Agents to automatically analyse user data and suggest product optimisations, helping businesses improve conversion and engagement efficiently.
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Digital.ai launches Quick Protect Agent for rapid app defence
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ransomware
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application security
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ai
Digital.ai unveils Quick Protect Agent, enabling organisations to secure mobile apps swiftly with minimal technical skills, tackling rising AI-driven cyber threats.
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Ataccama launches Partner Advisory Board to boost data strategy
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deloitte
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bi
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data management
Ataccama forms its first Partner Advisory Board with leaders from Deloitte, AWS, and Capgemini to drive data strategy and platform development.
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Harness launches IDP 2.0 to boost developer speed & security
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cybersecurity
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software development
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developers
Harness unveils IDP 2.0, enhancing developer speed and security with granular RBAC, real-time Git sync, and enterprise-scale usability.
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dLocal & Juspay partner to simplify cross-border payments
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digital transformation
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fintech
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payment technologies
dLocal and Juspay partner to simplify cross-border payments, offering access to 900+ local methods across Africa, Asia and Latin America with one integration.
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KX & NVIDIA launch AI Banker Agent to boost global trading
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data analytics
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ai
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agentic ai
KX and NVIDIA have launched the AI Banker Agent, an AI system designed to enhance real-time decision-making and client service in global trading markets.
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Skillsoft & Salesforce launch AI learning for support teams
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cx
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ai
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salesforce
Skillsoft partners with Salesforce to launch AI-powered training within its platform, aiming to close skill gaps in customer support teams and enhance service quality.
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Taboola unveils DeeperDive to help publishers monetise AI search
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network infrastructure
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genai
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search
Taboola launches DeeperDive, an AI answer engine on publisher sites, helping monetise content and boost user engagement amid rising AI search challenges.
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LevelBlue to acquire Aon’s cyber consulting teams in global deal
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cybersecurity
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mssp
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intellectual property
LevelBlue will acquire Aon's Cybersecurity and IP consulting teams, including Stroz Friedberg, adding 300 experts and boosting global cyber defence services.
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Talkdesk unveils CXA platform for autonomous AI customer journeys
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crm
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digital transformation
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personalisation
Talkdesk launches CXA platform using autonomous AI agents to streamline and personalise customer journeys, aiming to transform CX across industries.
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Evergreen acquires REDD, celebrates $1 billion revenue milestone
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m&a
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global expansion
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pax8
Evergreen marks its 100th managed IT services acquisition with Australia's REDD, surpassing $1 billion revenue, while expanding globally.
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Denodo University Challenge opens for global AI & data contest
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data analytics
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ai
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data management
The Denodo University Challenge invites global students to develop AI solutions for real-world social and economic issues, with registration open until 16 November.
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UK’s £2 billion AI plan spurs hope, but skills gap remains
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
The UK’s GBP £2 billion AI plan ignites optimism for tech growth, but experts stress urgent need to close the widening AI skills gap across industries.
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Global survey finds gaps leave cloud security dangerously exposed
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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edge computing
A global survey reveals 65% of organisations faced cloud security incidents last year, with slow detection and response leaving systems dangerously exposed.
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Siemens Techcellence Awards spotlight digital innovation leaders
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digital transformation
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cartech
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low-code
Siemens Digital Industries Software honoured leaders in digital innovation and sustainability with its Techcellence Awards, spotlighting global pioneers driving transformation.
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Healthcare faces surge in cyberattacks & AI-driven threats
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application security
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partner programmes
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supply chain
Healthcare organisations face a surge in cyberattacks and AI-driven threats, with 46% reporting increased attacks and only 29% feeling prepared for AI risks.