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 139
WatchGuard rolls out updates to bring greater security to MSPs
Fri, 12th Feb 2021
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firewall
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network management
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malware
WatchGuard Technologies has added new features to WatchGuard Cloud, aiming to streamline deployment and unify security services for MSPs.
Honeywell and IDEMIA join forces to advance intelligent building solutions
Fri, 12th Feb 2021
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biometrics
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smart building
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honeywell
Honeywell and IDEMIA join forces to develop intelligent buildings, integrating security, building management, and biometric access control systems.
Ivanti grows global and regional channel teams with two new hires
Fri, 12th Feb 2021
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partner programmes
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ivanti
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job moves
Ivanti hires new SVP of global channels and alliances, Erik Randles, and Rose Old as channels director for ANZ. #technology #channelpartners.
8x8 experiences significant growth driven by channel-first strategy
Fri, 12th Feb 2021
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contact centre
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partner programmes
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8x8
8x8 has announced it is experiencing strong channel momentum and growth driven by the 8x8 integrated cloud contact centre and communications product.
AppDynamics launches Cisco Secure Application to protect against vulnerabilities
Thu, 11th Feb 2021
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application security
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devops
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app development
AppDynamics, part of Cisco, has released Cisco Secure Application, a solution designed to simplify vulnerability management.
Ingram Micro New Zealand wins Jabra distie agreement following huge success
Thu, 11th Feb 2021
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uc
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jabra
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ingram micro
Effective immediately, the agreement will see Ingram Micro taking responsibility for the distribution and support of the extensive range of Jabra equipment.
Brightcove launches new feature for Video Cloud
Thu, 11th Feb 2021
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cloud services
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video
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brightcove
Brightcove expands its video platform with Brightcove Cloud Playout, offering a broadcast-grade live TV experience and new revenue opportunities.
Jetstack's new flagship product brings security to cloud native platforms
Wed, 10th Feb 2021
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virtualisation
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open source
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openshift
Jetstack has launched Jetstack Secure, an enterprise-grade machine identity management product for cloud native platforms.
rhipe launches security solution for SMEs in APAC region
Wed, 10th Feb 2021
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partner programmes
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dlp
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cybersecurity
rhipe has launched SmartEncrypt, a SaaS security encryption product for SMEs, aimed at protecting their data regardless of cloud provider.
AvePoint continues channel investment with new hire
Wed, 10th Feb 2021
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voip
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contact centre
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microsoft
AvePoint appoints Jason Beal as SVP of Global Channel and Partner Ecosystems to expand relationships with service providers and integrators.
NZ's tech sector in great need of digital apprenticeships
Tue, 9th Feb 2021
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nztech
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internships
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skills gap
New Zealand’s technology sector is in great need for more digital apprenticeships and internships, according to a new survey.
Rimini Street signs marketplace agreement with New Zealand Govt
Tue, 9th Feb 2021
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big data
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bi
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martech
Rimini Street becomes approved supplier on New Zealand Government Marketplace, offering support for Oracle, SAP, and Salesforce.
Employees ready to trick AI tracking tech, Gartner finds
Tue, 9th Feb 2021
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ai
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wfh
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productivity
10% of workers will attempt to trick AI-driven tracking systems used to measure behaviour and productivity, according to a new Gartner study.
Barracuda survey reveals top security concerns for Australian businesses
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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firewall
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breach prevention
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barracuda networks
Loss of customers and data are top concerns for Australian businesses, says Barracuda survey. Cyber attacks have increased by 20% since 2017.
Neural Technologies supports 5G network transformation with key partners
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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5g
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partner programmes
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wireless networks
Neural Technologies teams up with partners including Aerospike and Tangent Works to enhance its Optimus Platform for 5G network digital transformation.
Lumen and VMware extend partnership, look to deliver innovation at the edge
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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virtualisation
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wfh
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it automation
Essentially the companies will collaborate on the design, development, and delivery of edge computing and more secure, work-from-anywhere solutions.
Check Point launches security gateways to protect SMBs against threats
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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smb
The range of six gateways sets new standards of protection against the most advanced cyber attacks for SMBs, giving greater ease of deployment and management.
Businesses struggling to maximise cloud value, report shows
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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cloud services
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accenture
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cios
Only 37% of companies are achieving the full value of their cloud investments, according to a report from Accenture.
IDC reveals top trends for Kiwi businesses from 2021
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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devops
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app development
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apm
New Zealand organisations will focus on filling gaps exposed in digital transformation plans, according to IDC predictions.
Ping Identity launches new verification service to reduce fraud
Wed, 3rd Feb 2021
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iam
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ping identity
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identity
Ping Identity launches PingOne Verify, a cloud service that simplifies customer onboarding and reduces fraud. It uses facial recognition and ID validation.
Hostopia Australia extends AWS partnership with latest appointment
Wed, 3rd Feb 2021
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cloud services
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devops
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hyperscale
Hostopia Australia expands its AWS cloud offering with the appointment of Gerald Bachlmayr as chief architect - AWS Cloud.
uSpark launches new partner program focused on supporting startups
Wed, 3rd Feb 2021
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unico computer systems
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uspark
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startups
uSpark has launched a new partner program to offer Australian startups the opportunity to fast track their products to market.
6clicks raises A$5 million, sets sights on global expansion
Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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ai
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6clicks
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capital raising
Australian-based company 6clicks secures A$5 million in capital raise for rapid global expansion, bringing total investment to A$7.7 million.
Imperva updates WAAP and Data Security offerings with emphasis on simplicity
Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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bi
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big data
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ddos
Imperva has enhanced its Web Application and API Protection products to help businesses tackle complex cyber threats.