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 362
Weta Workshop: Bringing breakthrough 'mixed reality' tech to life
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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ar, vr & metaverse
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alibaba
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weta digital
Wellington’s Weta Workshop is set to play a pivotal creative role in creating Magic Leap’s Mixed Reality LightfieldTM technology.
Will your trusted digital device become your biggest enemy?
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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smartphones
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uc
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wireless networks
As digital devices become a staple of people’s every day lives, personal and private information is increasingly at risk.
Fluke Networks rolls out LinkWare Live updates
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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devops
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apm
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software development
Fluke Networks has announced new LinkWare Live capabilities designed to improve test device management, configuration and tracking.
IoT, proactive security and big data: Top trends impacting government
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Government agencies face pressure to keep up with digital technology trends, according to a new report by DMI.
Hemisphere Technologies expands security portfolio with new distie deal
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Hemisphere Technologies has signed an agreement with Trustwave to distribute the company’s Secure Email Gateway (SEG) Cloud service in Australia.
FireEye acquisition a 'game changer' for threat management
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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fireeye
FireEye has acquired Invotas in order to offer security orchestration capabilities as part of its global threat management platform.
CyberArk addresses the malware problem
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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malware
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
CyberArk bolsters defence with Viewfinity v5.5, blending malware protection and user productivity in latest security update.
Qual IT gears up to expand in Auckland region
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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jobs
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vifx
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qual it
Qual IT, the independent software quality assurance specialist, is looking to expand its footprint in the Auckland region with a new appointment.
Behind the scenes of cyber crime
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Palo Alto Networks survey reveals insights into cyberattackers and how to prevent data breaches. #cybersecurity #dataprivacy.
Android phone dying fast? Facebook might be the culprit
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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smartphones
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power / energy
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facebook
Facebook’s Android app chews through smartphone battery life at a rapid rate and significantly reduces performance, according to recent reports.
Big changes taking place in the SME NAS market
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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storage
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data analytics
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martech
Hybrid storage arrays, increased use of flash storage, cloud-based NAS and big data analytics are significantly impacting the SMB NAS market.
University of Auckland student wins REANNZ scholarship
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
REANNZ announces its recipient for the Future Funds tertiary scholarship programme, Se-Young Yu from the University of Auckland. #scholarship.
Could activity trackers help with heart problems?
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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uc
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healthtech
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fitness
Overall, a significant amount (74%) of people using an activity tracker say the device is helping them cope with their condition.
Apple ups education focus with latest acquisition
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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smartphones
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edutech
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personal computing devices
Hot on the tail of releasing a slew of new education features with iOS 9.3, Apple has acquired LearnSprout, an education technology start-up.
Sharp rolls out interactive whiteboard built for the classroom
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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edutech
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uc
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sharp
Sharp has announced the release of a new interactive whiteboard for the classroom, just in time for a new school year.
Surface Pro 3 tool of choice for Christchurch school
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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edutech
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microsoft
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surface
Microsoft has teamed up with St Andrew’s College to help the educators and students get the most out of technology in the classroom.
CEOs: Stay confident in the face of uncertainty
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Despite economic uncertainty, 59% of CEOs foresee compromises, but confidence and risk-taking are crucial for growth, says BSI research.
Agilyx New Zealand gets IRD nod of approval
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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cloud services
Agilyx New Zealand has been authorised by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD), and is one of only 15 companies in New Zealand to do so.
No surprises here: Microsoft and Google top cloud email vendors
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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microsoft
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google
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email
Cloud email is gaining popularity among enterprises worldwide, with Microsoft and Google leading the way, according to Gartner.
A help or hindrance: How technology is shaking up education
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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edutech
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digital transformation
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ar, vr & metaverse
Education revolution: Frances Valintine discusses the seismic shift in learning as technology challenges traditional schooling.