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 290
Could activity trackers help with heart problems?
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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Overall, a significant amount (74%) of people using an activity tracker say the device is helping them cope with their condition.
Sharp rolls out interactive whiteboard built for the classroom
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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education, learning & training
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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education, learning & training
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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Despite economic uncertainty, 59% of CEOs foresee compromises, but confidence and risk-taking are crucial for growth, says BSI research.
Cyber security knowledge on the rise, but is it enough?
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
On the whole, people appreciate how much technology has improved their lives, but the risk of personal information being exposed is on their minds.
Brocade and Nutanix tackle hyperconvergence
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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converged infrastructure
Brocade and Nutanix unite, bolstering enterprises with hyperconverged solutions for streamlined data center operations.
Hackers exploit wireless networks, steal valuable information
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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hackers
Wireless networks are vulnerable, but steps can be taken to protect against attacks, says Netscout's Fluke Networks Enterprise Solutions.
IComm and Acano team up, target unified comms space
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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partners
IComm joins forces with Acano to enhance unified comms for Aussie firms, promising seamless integration and improved collaboration.
Microsoft's Surface Book touches down in New Zealand
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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Microsoft's first ever laptop, the Surface Book, will be available in retail stores around the country from today.
Compass Communications to acquire Ultracom, expand UFB footprint in NZ
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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m&a
Compass Communications, the NZ owned and operated internet and telecommunications service provider, has announced its intent to acquire Ultracom.
These start-ups are making tracks in the EdTech space
Wed, 27th Jan 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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education, learning & training
A number of education technology start-ups have arrived on the scene, with many attracting attention for their innovative solutions.
Data breaches cost SMEs more than money
Wed, 27th Jan 2016
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data analytics
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planning
Data protection hacking is causing emotional distress and financial loss for SMEs, according to a report by law firm Moore Blatch.
Dual-use routers raise security concerns
Wed, 27th Jan 2016
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
At least 1 in 3 home routers will be used as public Wi-Fi hotspots by 2017, exacerbating security and privacy concerns.
Shadow data could cost organisations millions
Wed, 27th Jan 2016
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document management
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ecm
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martech
The threat of shadow data in the enterprise is on the rise as cloud app usage surges, opening organisations to $1.9 million in potential losses.
Star Wars has smashed yet another record
Tue, 26th Jan 2016
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film
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star wars
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cameras
Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits $200m in IMAX sales, setting a galactic speed record as it soars to the second biggest earner ever.
Best online course provider revealed
Tue, 26th Jan 2016
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e-learning
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moocs
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online learning
MoocLab, the online learning community website, has ranked more than 80 platforms that offer both academic and skill-based online courses.
Blackboard rolls out two new SaaS offerings
Tue, 26th Jan 2016
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saas
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edutech
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management
Blackboard introduces new SaaS options for its Learning Management System, giving customers more control and flexibility.
AI, mobility, IoT revolutionises customer experience
Tue, 26th Jan 2016
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uc
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martech
Customer experience is the top priority for companies as technology revolutionizes engagement, according to Interactive Intelligence.
Forget tracking steps, these wearables are changing lives
Fri, 22nd Jan 2016
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robots
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wearables
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healthtech
Wearables are not just for fitness tracking, as companies like Horus Technology are developing technologies to enhance the lives of the visually impaired.
IBM and Under Armour look to transform healthcare tech
Fri, 22nd Jan 2016
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healthtech
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ibm
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under armour
A future version of the UA Record app powered by IBM Watson could be the first healthcare system to utilise cognitive computing technologies.