Computer Science stories

Hulme Grammar School hosts a 12-hour hackathon uniting 100 pupils to tackle local challenges and help close the UK’s GBP £27.6bn digital skills gap.

Professor Nick McKeown has won the 2025 Marconi Prize for pioneering software-defined networking, shaping the architecture of global networks.

Spectra Logic will provide its tape library technology for TACC’s Horizon supercomputer, creating a one-exabyte data archive for open scientific research.

AI is reshaping the job market, creating new roles and skills while shifting human labour towards innovation and human-AI collaboration across industries.

Google partners with the University of Waterloo, donating CAD $1 million to advance AI-driven learning and work readiness through a new Google Chair and student labs.

Blackline Safety appoints Vasi Philomin from Siemens to its board to enhance AI strategy for real-time worker safety and productivity data use.

Sovereign Australia AI launches ethical, transparent AI models focusing on local data sovereignty and Australian values.

ShadowTech25 inspired 24 Year 11 girls in Manawatū to explore diverse ICT careers through panels, activities, and industry insights, addressing NZ's skills shortage.

Canadian researchers, led by McGill’s Professor Fung, secure CAD $5.6m to develop advanced tools for analysing vast unstructured data sets over four years.

Rokt has donated AUD $250,000 to UNSW Sydney to fund scholarships for tech students from disadvantaged backgrounds, with UNSW matching the gift.

Dr John Flackett received an honorary Doctor of Science from Southampton Solent University for three decades of pioneering work in artificial intelligence education and research.

Bugcrowd appoints Umesh Shankar, Microsoft AI’s VP of Data Security, to its advisory board to strengthen AI security expertise and innovation.

ESET Canada has awarded CAD $15,000 in scholarships to seven women, marking the 10th year of its programme supporting diversity in cybersecurity.

Digital Future Aotearoa is a finalist for the Community Tech Champions award, recognised for advancing digital equity and opportunity across New Zealand.

SuperDial has raised USD $15 million to expand its voice AI platform automating healthcare administrative calls, aiming to cut costs and boost efficiency in US providers.

Cybersecurity expert Alex van Someren has joined Paladin Capital Group as Strategic Advisor to enhance guidance on global cyber and AI threats.

HackerOne appoints Nidhi Aggarwal as Chief Product Officer to lead its AI-driven security platform and enhance vulnerability detection and remediation.

Unitec has launched a Doctor of Computing programme, offering advanced research opportunities for skilled professionals in AI, cybersecurity, and more.

Informatica has teamed up with Carnegie Mellon University to advance generative AI in data management, enhancing its CLAIRE AI platform for enterprises.

Matthew Bereens reflects on his journey from a tech-obsessed child in Sydney to securing a graduate role at Orro through invaluable industry support.