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 - Page 29
Patients Know Best secures GBP £6m for PHR expansion
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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healthtech
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capital
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digitalisation
Patients Know Best has raised GBP £6 million in funding from Growth Lending to enhance its Personal Health Record platform, supporting NHS digitalisation efforts.
Quantum computing remains distant despite advancements
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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paas
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encryption
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iaas
A Forrester report reveals that while quantum computing has made strides, practical applications remain a decade away due to persistent challenges.
SentinelOne honoured as 2024 Gartner Customers' Choice
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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endpoint protection
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cloud security
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cx
SentinelOne has been named a 2024 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms, receiving high praise from users.
Siemens unveils new advancements for industrial AI at CES
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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virtualisation
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it in manufacturing
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digital transformation
Siemens showcased groundbreaking advancements in industrial AI at CES 2025, including innovations for aerospace and solutions for startups, boosting productivity.
Westcon-Comstor in ANZ switches to 100% renewable power
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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cartech
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power / energy
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cleantech
Westcon-Comstor has reached a landmark achievement by powering all its sites in Australia and New Zealand with 100% renewable electricity, aiming for global targets by 2030.
NBN Co secures wind power deal to cut carbon emissions
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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power / energy
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cleantech
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sustainability
NBN Co has begun sourcing renewable electricity from the Macarthur Wind Farm, marking a key step towards its aim of 100% renewable energy by December 2025.
Dell unveils eco-friendly AI PCs with durable designs
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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network infrastructure
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partner programmes
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ai pc
Dell Technologies has launched updates to its AI PC portfolio, prioritising sustainability and performance with new modular designs and recyclable materials.
Dell unveils monitors with groundbreaking display tech
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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network infrastructure
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digital entertainment
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apm
Dell Technologies has launched its latest flagship monitors, claiming to revolutionise display technology with enhanced visual and audio capabilities.
Mail Metrics acquires Adare SEC, boosts UK market presence
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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public sector
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investment
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ey
Mail Metrics has acquired Adare SEC, its fourth purchase in four years, expanding its workforce and boosting UK revenue projections to GBP £175 million.
Candidates receive fewer job offers in cooling market
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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hcm
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employment
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work-life balance
A recent Gartner study reveals a drop in job offers, with only 63% of candidates receiving offers in Q3 2024, down from 73% last year.
Consumers feel exploited by brands' dynamic pricing
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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cx
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martech
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inflation
A Gartner survey reveals that 68% of US consumers feel exploited by dynamic pricing, with many preferring brands that offer consistent prices.
China leads global wrist-worn device market in 2024
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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personal computing devices
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apple
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samsung
China has become the largest global market for wrist-worn devices, leading shipments at 45.8 million units, driven by a 20.1% year-on-year growth.
Only 11% of sales firms thrive in transformation periods
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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productivity
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analyst report
A recent Gartner survey reveals that only 11% of sales organisations have successfully navigated transformations, raising concerns for Chief Sales Officers.
Indian IT services market reaches USD $7.4 billion in 2024
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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genai
The Indian IT services market surged to USD $7.4 billion in the first half of 2024, boosted by digital transformation and cloud migration efforts.
Wearable device shipments to rise by 6.1% by 2024 IDC reports
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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smart glasses
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meta
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analyst report
Global shipments of wearable devices are set to rise by 6.1% in 2024, hitting 538 million units, although growth is expected to slow in 2025.
Netwrix unveils new features in their 1Secure platform
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
Netwrix has unveiled its latest security platform update, Netwrix 1Secure, enhancing data protection in both cloud and on-premises environments.
Loopit gains traction with flexible car subscriptions
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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economics
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subscriptions
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inflation
The car subscription model is rising in Australia, offering consumers alternatives to traditional loans amid inflation and economic uncertainty.
LG debuts innovative PF600U & CineBeam S projectors
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
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streaming
LG Electronics has unveiled two innovative projectors at CES 2025, the multifunctional PF600U and the compact CineBeam S, enhancing viewer experiences.
Mindgard secures $8m to expand AI security solutions and market reach
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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application security
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breach prevention
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ai security
Mindgard, a UK startup focused on AI security, has raised $8 million in seed funding to boost R&D and expand into the US market.
VR & AR transforming innovation in product development
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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it training
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digital transformation
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cx
Virtual and Augmented Reality are revolutionising product development and innovation across industries, driving demand for these transformative technologies.