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
Monstarlab report unveils practices of digital transformation leaders vs laggers
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Monstarlab's report details practices differentiating digital transformation leaders from laggers, tailored to enhance business growth.
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Compliance is top concern in data management for 79% of ITDMs, reveals Cloudera study
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Cloudera's research divulges compliance as the top worry of 79% of ITDMs handling data management, attributed to the use of point solutions.
IDC predicts surge in AI investments and global adoption by 2024
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IDC anticipates a considerable rise in AI investments and global adoption, potentially exceeding $500 billion by 2027.
India's traditional PC market sees 14% YoY boost in 3Q23
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government of india
India's traditional PC market witnessed a 14% YoY increase in 3Q23, with HP Inc. holding the largest market share.
Indonesian smartphone market rebounds with 8.8% YoY growth in Q3 2023
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Indonesia's smartphone market sees growth after 8 quarters of decline, with high-priced smartphones leading the way, according to IDC data.
Asia Pacific retail banks show growing interest in Generative AI
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data management
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voice
Asia Pacific retail banks are showing increased interest in Generative AI, with 41% planning to invest, indicates an IDC report.
APAC digital businesses to boost tech spending by 20% despite economy
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compliance
Despite economic challenges, Digital Native Businesses in the Asia/Pacific region plan to increase tech spending by 20% in the next year.
Gartner survey reveals lower director quality in company boards
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public sector
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gartner
Quality lacking in company boards says Gartner survey, prompting call for directors to refocus on recruitment strategies.
Gallagher Security earns Stratus Technologies APAC Partner Award
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innovation
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awards
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critical infrastructure
Gallagher Security scoops the Stratus Technologies APAC Solution Application Partner Award, underscoring its robust site management solutions.
Gartner predicts key trends in M&A landscape through 2024
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gartner
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inflation
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mergers and acquisitions
Gartner outlines key trends in the M&A landscape, driving focus on tech opportunities, AI adoption and regulatory complexities.
Renesas unveils high-precision RX23E-B for industrial sensor systems
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dc
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automotive industry
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mcu
Renesas expands its 32-bit microcontroller series with the RX23E-B, geared towards high-end industrial sensor systems.
Nuvias UC hailed as Technology Services Distributor of the Year 2023
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Nuvias UC garners Technology Services Distributor of the Year 2023, lauded for strategies in unified communications.
CALLUM introduces SKYE: A high-performance multi-terrain electric vehicle
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development
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evs
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visibility
CALLUM has launched the SKYE, a unique high-performance electric vehicle designed for thrilling on- and off-road adventures.
Akaysha Energy to build Australia's largest battery storage system
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nsw government
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Akaysha Energy secures government contract for Australia's largest battery storage system, paving the way for private investment in renewable energy storage.
Hyve and Remarkable partner to reduce cloud downtime on Black Friday
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virtualisation
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Brighton-based Hyve Managed Hosting has partnered with Remarkable Commerce to mitigate cloud downtime during Black Friday sales.
London start-up Reboxed secures £1.6m for sustainable tech retail growth
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ceo
Sustainable tech start-up Reboxed has bagged £1.6m to boost its eco-friendly marketplace, aspiring to rehome 100 million devices by 2030.
Colt DCS initiates third data centre in Frankfurt amid escalating demand
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renewable energy
Colt Data Centre Services is expanding in Germany, building its third high-tech data centre in Frankfurt due to rising demand.
Google Cloud and Klook initiative to boost customer engagement with AI
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cx
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business
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Google Cloud partners with Asian travel platform Klook to utilise generative AI to enhance translations, customer service and data capabilities.
Lalamove boosts sales and customer engagement with Freshworks tools
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digital transformation
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support
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software
Lalamove utilises Freshworks' tools Freshdesk and Freshsales to improve sales conversion by 24% and customer engagement by 58%.
Dedoco unveils AI platform Ping to protect consumers from scams
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cybersecurity insurance
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ai
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business
Singapore-based Dedoco's AI platform, Ping, aims to protect consumers from online scams, enhancing trust and security in business communications.
CIISec and The Cyber Scheme become first UK Cyber Security Charter bodies
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it professionals
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cybercrime
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security testing
CIISec and The Cyber Scheme become the first licensed bodies for UK Cyber Security Chartership, setting industry standards.
Kingston Technology maintains SSD market leadership for the 6th year running
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kingston
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leadership
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ssd storage
Kingston Technology continues as global SSD market leader for six years in a row, holding 28% market share in 2022.
Phare Health secures £2.5m seed funding to innovate fintech tools for hospitals
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it in healthcare
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ai
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london
London-based Phare Health has secured £2.5m in seed funding to develop AI-driven fintech tools aimed at improving financial management in hospitals.
FPT joins SAP's Regional Partner initiative to boost APJ operations
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managed services
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awards
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innovation
FPT joins SAP's Regional Strategic Services Partner initiative to expand its SAP operations across the Asia Pacific region.