About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
News Editor
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 374
Huge HP announcements show renewed focus on customer
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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HP reimagines customer focus with a slew of announcements at HP Discover 2014 in Barcelona, spotlighting cloud, mobility, and innovation.
Zendesk takes customer service to apps and websites with Embeddables
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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crm
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martech
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software development
Zendesk Embeddables, released today, is a suite of features in order to increase customer support and engagement on mobile and web platforms.
Buyers, continue to question and evaluate vendors, says Huawei
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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Huawei's white paper 'Cyber Security Perspectives' documents the top things buyers should ask vendors in relation to cyber security.
Bupa, Vigil Monitoring and Spark Ventures seek health solutions for NZ
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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Bupa has teamed up with mobile health start-up Vigil Monitoring and Spark Ventures to find solutions to age care and health care issues.
The biggest malware threats of 2014 and top 2015 predictions
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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malware
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payment technologies
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cybersecurity
In 2014, security threats involved high-level security breaches, large-scale vulnerabilities and privacy debates, according to Bitdefender.
Emulex and Dynatrace announce NetPod, to be available early 2015
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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NetPod is an integrated solution that brings together Dynatrace's Data Centre analysis and Emulex's EndanceProbe Intelligent Network Recorders.
Driven by HP success, New Zealand PC market set to have best year in history
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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In the third quarter of 2014, the New Zealand PC market shipments came in at 187,000 units, according to IDC's Asia/Pacific Quarterly tracker.
Fortinet and Equinix form alliance to secure critical enterprise data
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet aligns with Equinix to boost enterprise data security across cloud platforms, offering scalable, reliable solutions for global customers.
Fitbit takes fitness wearables to the next level with new products
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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apple
Fitbit announces release of three new products for different fitness levels and goals. Prices start at $179.95.
Kiwi channel partners, get your competitive edge with software networking
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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sdn
Kiwi channel partners can gain a competitive edge through software networking, as Brocade's survey highlights the benefits of virtualisation and cloud.
Kiwi encrypted cloud-based proofing tool a world first
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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browsers
PageProof is a fully encrypted browser based tool for creators of any kind to receive feedback and collaborate on documents.
Amazon warehouse poses threat to New Zealand online retailers
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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iab
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If Amazon open a warehouse in Queensland, Australia it could disrupt the reseller market in Australia and New Zealand.
HOYTS Group and ShoreTel partnership leads to $300,000 annual savings
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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HOYTS Group, the cinema chain in Australia and New Zealand, has seen a fast return on investment (ROI) following implementation of ShoreTel solutions.
Collaboration between vendors and telcos key to success, says Ovum
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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ovum
In the rapidly evolving telco sector, Ovum highlights that collaboration between vendors and telcos is crucial for innovation and customer satisfaction.
Bitdefender unveils The Box, a home IoT security device
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
Bitdefender launches The Box, a breakthrough in IoT security, promising the 'Protection of Everything' from malware to data theft.
ESET responds to security threats brought by IoT and BYOD
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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malware
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iot
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cybersecurity
BYOD and the internet of things (IoT) come with new security threats and the need for more sophisticated solutions.
Dimension Data and Telstra fight it out for Australian government cloud
Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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iaas
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cloud services
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government
Telstra and Dimension Data intensify competition in Australian gov cloud services, launching secure platforms for federal and state agencies.
Rise in smartphones makes mobile broadband modems obsolete
Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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broadband
Smartphone adoption in New Zealand renders mobile broadband modems redundant, with the market facing a 50% revenue drop in 2014.
There's an app for that: 5 of the weirdest apps on iTunes
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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apps
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apple
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itunes
Discover the quirkiest apps on iTunes, from perfecting cat selfies to picking ripe watermelons - technology truly knows no bounds.
Acronis security solutions for SMBs and enterprises comes to New Zealand
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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dr
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Acronis unveils security solutions for NZ's SMBs and enterprises, offering secure mobile device management and data sharing.