About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
News Editor
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 136
85% of Australian eCommerce content found to be plagiarised
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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martech
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commerce systems
Australian AI-driven SEO solutions specialist, OptiDan, reveals alarming levels of duplicate and plagiarised content amongst eCommerce retailers in its comprehensive industry study.
Adjust's Mobile App Trends 2024 unveils boost in global app installs
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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fintech
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bi
Mobile app installs globally rose by 4% in 2023, marking a recovery in the industry and highlighting the potential for returns, according to a report by analytics firm Adjust and AppLovin.
Synology introduces BeeStation: An accessible personal cloud storage solution
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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storage
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data privacy
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cloud services
Taiwanese NAS leader Synology introduces BeeStation, a simpler and more user-friendly personal cloud storage product, designed for individual users and families in the ANZ region.
ScamBuster Thursday: Telstra launches new tactic to combat SMS scams
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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uc
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email security
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scams
Over 250,000 potential SMS and MMS scams have been reported in Australia, seeping through Telstra's hotline, with the highest number recorded on Thursdays.
Trend Micro dismantles major ransomware group LockBit
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Trend Micro collaborates with global law enforcement agents to disrupt major ransomware group, LockBit, responsible for a quarter of 2023's ransomware leaks amounting to billions of dollars.
43% of enterprises investing in breakthrough GenAI technology, EY study reveals
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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data protection
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genai
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ai
EY's study confirms 43% of firms are investing in generative AI, placing it third in emerging technologies, with 80% developing proof-of-concept applications.
Thriving side hustle culture boosting Australian economy, GoDaddy reveals
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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smb
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godaddy
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revenue management
GoDaddy's Venture Forward initiative reveals a thriving 'side hustle culture' in Australia due to online tools, with 61% of entrepreneurs reportedly running a lucrative microbusiness alongside full-time work.
Kaspersky study: 40% of firms face shortage in cybersecurity hiring
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Over 40% of firms face a crippling lack of qualified cybersecurity professionals, contributing to heightened security risks, a new global study by Kaspersky exposes.
Zyxel Networks launches high-performing, cloud-managed Ethernet switches
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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network infrastructure
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ethernet
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network management
Zyxel Networks expands its product portfolio with the XMG1915 series 8/16-Port 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Switches, defined by compact design and high-speed.
Private Internet Access launches split tunnel fix, Apple TV VPN
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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apm
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open source
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software development
Private Internet Access enhances privacy-focused services with the introduction of a macOS split tunneling fix and an Apple TV VPN, both featuring dedicated IP options.
DataStax rolls out RAGStack, an all-new Gen AI data solution
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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data privacy
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cto
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integration
DataStax's RAGStack, a Gen AI data solution powered by LlamaIndex, is now available, offering Astra DB developers efficient parsing of complex PDF documents, previously a challenge in RAG implementation.
Mobile app installs grow by 4% in 2023 despite downturn
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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gaming
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data analytics
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digital entertainment
App installs worldwide witnessed a 4% increase in 2023, revitalising sectors like fintech, gaming, and eCommerce, despite a downward trend last year, according to a report by Adjust and AppLovin.
Syniti Rapid Data Governance now an SAP Endorsed App
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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cloud services
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oil and gas
Data management leader Syniti's Rapid Data Governance (RDG) solution has received endorsement from SAP and is now available in the SAP store.
Jamf report highlights poor cyber hygiene in organisations & individuals
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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malware
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mdm
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phishing
40% of mobile users and 39% of organisations are vulnerable to cyber threats as they operate devices with known weaknesses, according to Jamf's annual Security 360 report.
Generative AI set to reshape anti-fraud efforts by 2024
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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robots
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biometrics
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rpa
83% of anti-fraud professionals to deploy generative AI in anti-fraud activities within two years, says 2024 Anti-Fraud Technology Benchmarking Report, despite earlier lag behind expectations.
ManageEngine unveils machine learning feature in Log360 for rapid breach response
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ueba
ManageEngine has launched a machine learning-based exploit triad analytics feature in its Log360 solution to hasten response to security breaches, offering enterprises improved visibility into users, entities and processes.
Genetec announces Security Center SaaS to revolutionise physical security industry
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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edutech
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firewalls
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network security
Genetec has unveiled Security Center SaaS, an enterprise-grade solution expected to redefine cloud-based physical security with its comprehensive capabilities and cybersecurity measures.
DigiCert reveals widening gap in digital trust management globally
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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devops
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encryption
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iot
DigiCert's 2024 State of Digital Trust Survey highlights a growing divide between 'leaders' and 'laggards' in global enterprise digital trust, with effective practices affecting revenue, innovation, and productivity.
Device Authority secures extra $2m for IoT access management growth
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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network infrastructure
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iot
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iam
Device Authority, a leader in IoT identity and access management, has secured an additional $2m in Series A funding from US venture capital firm Mercato Partners' Prelude Fund.
Wipro & IBM launch Enterprise AI-Ready Platform for generative AI adoption
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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data protection
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genai
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llms
Wipro and IBM partner up to launch the Enterprise AI-Ready Platform aiming to simplify data integration and diversify AI use in business procedures, further expanding their collaborative footprint.