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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.

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Orbus Software launches first Power Automate connector for OrbusInfinity
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app development
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Orbus Software introduces the first Microsoft Power Automate connector for its flagship platform, OrbusInfinity, revolutionising inter-application automation tasks and processes.
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Qvantel to provide 5G platform to Perfectum in Uzbekistan
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smartphones
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wfh
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digital transformation
Qvantel to supply new Uzbek operator Perfectum with its Flex BSS platform as part of a digital 5G monetisation solution in collaboration with long-term partner Nokia.
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Qualys launches MSSP Portal to streamline partner management in cybersecurity
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cloud services
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compliance
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cybersecurity
Qualys, an IT and security solutions provider, launches a Managed Security Services Partner (MSSP) Portal to streamline partner management, increase operational efficiency, and generate new revenue opportunities.
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Qualtrics and Bain & Company boost partnership to enhance customer experience
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martech
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cx
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qualtrics
Qualtrics and Bain & Company are to broaden their partnership to spur customer experience innovation, merging Qualtrics' AI tech with Bain's customer experience methods for faster, cost-effective improvements.
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Onyxia Cyber unveils AI-driven predictive cybersecurity engine OnyxAI
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ml
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cloud security
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nlp
Onyxia Cyber launches AI-driven predictive cybersecurity engine, OnyxAI, offering advanced security analysis and proactive risk management for chief information security officers.
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The Instillery launches affordable Microsoft MDR services in New Zealand
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microsoft
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managed services
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partner programmes
The Instillery, an IT firm in New Zealand, rolls out affordable Microsoft Managed Detection and Response services to reinforce cybersecurity for businesses deterred by high costs.
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UK's new Act boosts security of digital devices & telecom infrastructure
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ddos
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
UK introduces the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act, tightening cybersecurity requirements for digitally connected products in light of rising digital threats.
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RingCentral launches AI-powered contact centre RingCX in Australia
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contact centre
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uc
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martech
RingCentral's AI-driven contact centre RingCX sees Australian launch, promising tailored solutions across all business sizes, with a focus on enhanced customer service via omnichannel and integrated capabilities.
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HubSpot launches transformative Commerce, Content & Service Hubs in the UK
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cx
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martech
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cdp
HubSpot brings its transformative Commerce, Content and Service Hubs to the UK, helping businesses streamline operations and capitalise on artificial intelligence (AI) opportunities amid rapid innovation.
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Silobreaker integrates AI to enhance cybersecurity incident alerts
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breach prevention
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ai
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threat intelligence
Silobreaker integrates AI-enhanced collection and alerting for Material Cybersecurity Incident Disclosures, enabling businesses globally to be armed with crucial cybersecurity details and anticipate risks.
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Bryant Dental achieves sixfold growth with Zoho One integration
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integration
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medical tech
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development
Bryant Dental, a UK medtech firm, has seen a sixfold expansion due to increased operation efficiency achieved by integrating Zoho One across its departments.
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Businesses weigh up transition from best-of-breed to platform security
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
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cyber attacks
Businesses rethink traditional cybersecurity practices, moving towards platform security amid findings suggesting additional benefits such as cost efficiency and improved attack response. Experts advise due diligence.
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Akamai introduces Guardicore Platform to combat rising ransomware attacks
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ransomware
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cloud services
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cloud security
Akamai Technologies' revolutionary security platform, Akamai Guardicore, combines Zero Trust Network Access and microsegmentation, offering robust defense against relentless ransomware.
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Sevco Security drives resolution of enterprise vulnerabilities
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it automation
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security vulnerabilities
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automation
Sevco Security further evolves asset protection by prioritising, automating and validating exposure issues resolution with its upgraded platform, aiding cyber risk management for businesses.
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Lenovo & AMD unveil new AI-centric solutions for hybrid innovation
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thinksystem
Lenovo ISG reveals a suite of AI-centric infrastructure systems aimed at driving hybrid AI innovation, in partnership with AMD and including the ThinkSystem SR685a V3 8GPU server for high-performance AI workloads.
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Telstra & Cognizant form AI-focused strategic partnership
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cx
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martech
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Telstra and Cognizant form five-year strategic partnership to use artificial intelligence for innovation, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.
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Localsearch pioneers Australian SMB support with nationwide expansion
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youtube
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google
Localsearch, Australian digital innovation company, expands nationwide in response to a 28% rise in interstate demand from small businesses for its AI-powered marketing solutions.
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Sekuro & Dragos team up to fortify Australian critical infrastructure
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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compliance
Cybersecurity firm Sekuro joins forces with global leader Dragos to combat growing cyber threats to Australia's critical infrastructure, offering unparalleled threat detection and system resilience.
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AI's role in global digital fraud exposed by BioCatch study
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ai
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fraud
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digitisation
A BioCatch study reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used by criminals for financial crime and digital fraud, posing significant challenges to global financial institutions.
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Australians largely in the dark about Open Banking, Waave study reveals
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accounting systems
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digital banking
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cybersecurity
Despite the introduction of Consumer Data Right (CDR) five years ago, 68% of Australians remain unaware of the Open Banking concept, according to a survey by payment tech company, Waave.
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Email spam hits new high, increasing nuisance communication by 31%
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digitisation
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ico
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email
Surge in spam and nuisance communications, particularly via email and digital platforms, revealed in latest Freedom of Information data from the ICO, raising concerns about consumer trust erosion.
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SmartBear introduces GenAI-powered no-code test automation in Zephyr Scale
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app development
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it automation
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low-code
SmartBear integrates GenAI-powered, no-code test automation into its Jira-native platform, Zephyr Scale, improving test management and boosting efficiency.
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FPT Corporation partners with USAID for carbon neutrality by 2040
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power / energy
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renewable energy
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vietnam
FPT Corp, Vietnam's pioneering tech firm, partners with V-LEEP II via a LoC set by USAID, to cut carbon emissions by 2040, a decade ahead of the national commitment.
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Absoft Implements SAP S/4HANA migration to a West Midlands Public Council
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digital transformation
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cloud services
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erp
UK-based SAP consultancy Absoft has secured a pivotal contract with a West Midlands Public Council for the maiden SAP Public Cloud implementation within a UK local authority.