Digital Skills stories

Fujitsu & Macquarie launch AutoML course to boost AI skills
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Fujitsu and Macquarie University have teamed up to launch a four-week online AutoML course, addressing the rising demand for 1.3 million tech workers in Australia.

Databricks partners with NSW to expand AI skills programme
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Databricks has partnered with the New South Wales Government to enhance its AI and data academy, aiming to upskill over 100 staff members in the next year.

IBM & Specialisterne partner to boost neurodiverse skills
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IBM and Specialisterne have announced an expansion of their partnership, enhancing digital skills for over 200 neurodivergent job seekers by 2025.

Australian firms shift to skills-based workforce strategy
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A new report reveals a pivotal shift in Australian firms towards skills-based workforce management, with 93% of leaders open to hiring based on skills profiles.

Huawei calls for collaboration to avoid digital divide
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During the Huawei ICT Sustainability Roundtable at MWC Barcelona 2025, the company's Rotating Chairman urged for collaborative effort to avoid a new digital divide.

IWD 2025: The AI-Ready generation: Transforming learning, teaching & future careers
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As AI transforms industries, educators urge for enhanced STEM learning to bridge the skills gap and empower the AI-ready generation for future careers.

Neighbourly & Microsoft launch AI training for charities
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A new initiative by Neighbourly and Microsoft aims to train up to 100,000 learners in AI skills, addressing the charity sector's digital challenges by June.

Over half of Gen Z in UK consider AI vital for work tasks
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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New research reveals over half of UK Gen Z workers consider artificial intelligence essential in their roles, with 92% actively using AI in daily tasks.

UK faces critical AI skills gap as firms struggle to adapt
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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A recent study by Gigged.AI reveals a critical AI skills gap in the UK, warning that government policies hinder recruitment essential for future growth.

Indosat celebrates 9.1% revenue rise & AI expansion
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison reported a robust 9.1% revenue growth for 2024, reaching IDR 55.9 trillion, driven by enhanced customer services and AI integration.

ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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ISACA has launched the Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst credential to meet the rising demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals with hands-on experience.

EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.

Nationwide partners with CAPSLOCK to boost cyber skills
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Nationwide has teamed up with CAPSLOCK to launch a new cybersecurity training programme aimed at enhancing skills and promoting diversity in IT careers.

Chancellor's tech investment plan praised by industry leaders
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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The Chancellor's recent address has sparked enthusiasm among tech leaders, highlighting the UK's commitment to advancing AI and digital innovation.

Indosat & Wadhwani unite to empower Indonesian youth
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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Indosat has forged a three-year partnership with Wadhwani Foundation to enhance digital skills for one million Indonesian youths and nurture over 100,000 entrepreneurs.

Employees fear obsolete skills as training lags behind
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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A new report reveals 63% of US employees feel their training is inadequate, with Gen Z highlighting urgent needs for faster, engaging skill development.

Microsoft & Pearson unite for AI skills development
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Microsoft and Pearson have formed a strategic alliance to enhance AI skilling and learning, addressing the urgent need for workforce readiness in an AI-driven economy.

ScotlandIS outlines 2025 trends in AI, remote work, security
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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ScotlandIS predicts a surge in AI skills demand and hybrid working models for 2025, despite economic hurdles, with a push for greener data centres.

ASEAN firms lead APJ region in AI for HR functions
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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A Workday study reveals that over a third of ASEAN organisations view employee upskilling as a key priority amid challenges in talent management.

Skillsoft integrates with SAP for enhanced skills insights
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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Skillsoft has launched a new integration with SAP's talent intelligence hub, aiming to bolster workforce skills insights for UK businesses amid skills shortages.