Higher education stories

Workday has launched its cloud-based student management system in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance student performance across institutions.

Unitec has launched an IoT Impact Lab to empower communities through IoT and AI, fostering innovation and career opportunities for students.

Equinix and the National University of Singapore are launching a Co-Innovation Facility in Singapore to develop sustainable solutions for data centres.

AcademyEX has strategically invested in BSI Learning to strengthen its presence in Australia's EdTech sector, aiming to redefine vocational education.

A study by Currys reveals a staggering 453% rise in AI course enrolments at UK universities over five years, reflecting global AI's growing impact.

Heriot-Watt University has adopted AI tool Explorance MLY to enhance the analysis of feedback from its 27,000 students across multiple campuses.

The University of Auckland has upgraded its ID card printing process with HID's technology, boosting efficiency and reducing waste in a move towards sustainability.

Adobe has partnered with Adelaide University to enhance the digital experience for students, aiming for a personalised journey ahead of its 2026 opening.

Research by GoDaddy reveals that 20% of Australian entrepreneurs without a degree earn over AUD $180,000 annually, nearly matching their educated peers.

The University of Manchester has adopted Tanium's XEM platform to enhance cybersecurity following a major data breach, gaining control over 40,000 endpoints.

D2L has launched Creator+, featuring H5P integration, offering tools for personalised learning and advanced analytics for educators.

A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.

D2L Brightspace tops Tambellini Group's 2024 StarChart, leading in innovation and user-friendly designs for learning management systems.

As students return to campus, Charlotte Ibbotson, Director of Talent at mthree, defends the enduring value of university education amid rising scrutiny.

Rob Waite discusses Wasabi's growth strategy, robust cloud security, and customer success, highlighting its straightforward pricing model and expanding brand presence.

Shure launches ShureCloud, a cloud-enabled platform for centralised management of its AV devices and software, offering real-time remote control and updates.

Workday unveils twelve new Industry Accelerators, partnering globally to help customers modernise HR and finance across various sectors.

academyEX celebrates a major milestone as it grants Postgraduate and Masters degrees to 152 students, featuring cutting-edge programmes like 'Master of Change and Organisational Resilience' and international 'Master of Technological Futures'.

Sophos' State of Ransomware in Education 2024 report shows escalating pressures on schools and universities, as ransom demands soar.

Logicalis Australia has successfully migrated Western Sydney University to Microsoft Azure, enhancing its digital infrastructure and marking a major step in its transformation journey.