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AMBS modernises digital network with new AI-driven upgrade
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Roc Technologies and HPE Aruba Networking have upgraded the network at Alliance Manchester Business School to enhance digital experience and security for users.
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Ulster University partners with Explorance to improve feedback
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Ulster University will implement Explorance Blue and MLY to enhance student feedback analysis, aiming to boost engagement and improve learning quality.
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AI forum at Warwick explores future of higher education
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The University of Warwick hosted Microsoft and Russell Group leaders to discuss embedding AI in higher education, focusing on collaboration, ethics, and future skills.
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KPMG & Ellucian form alliance to boost student solutions
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KPMG Australia and Ellucian have forged a partnership, marking Ellucian's first in Australia, to enhance student management solutions for universities.
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Federation University enhances classrooms with Sennheiser tech
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Federation University has teamed up with Sennheiser to revamp 45 classrooms into hybrid learning spaces, boosting experiences for students in regional Victoria.
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Learning platform D2L reports strong fiscal 2025 results & revenues
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D2L has reported a strong performance for Fiscal 2025, with Q4 revenue rising to USD $53.3 million and full-year revenue up 13% to USD $205.3 million.
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Australian lecturer wins 2025 SAS Educator Award recognition
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SAS has honoured exceptional educators worldwide, including Jacky Mo from the University of New South Wales, with the 2025 SAS Educator Award.
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Workday named leader in 2025 Gartner education systems
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Workday has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Higher Education Student Information Systems, showcasing its commitment to modernising education technology.
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Prvidr opens new office in Townsville for tech expansion
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Prvidr has opened a new office in Townsville to better serve its expanding clientele across Queensland, boosting technology job opportunities in the region.
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Lánluas appoints Nick Gibson as UK & Ireland Manager
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Lánluas has appointed Nick Gibson as Country Manager for the UK and Ireland to enhance support for TechnologyOne customers amid rising consultancy demand.
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LSE partners with Globality for AI-driven procurement boost
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The London School of Economics has partnered with Globality to enhance procurement efficiency using AI technology amid budget pressures in higher education.
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NTT DATA expands SAP cloud services with new partnership
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NTT DATA has joined the SAP PartnerEdge programme as a managed service provider, enhancing its cloud solutions for clients worldwide.
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Global education sector unprepared for rising cyberattacks
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A report from KnowBe4 reveals educational institutions are ill-equipped to handle escalating cyber threats, becoming prime targets amid rising digital reliance.
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic partners with Denodo on data programme
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic in Singapore has teamed up with Denodo to enhance its data science curriculum, preparing students for a data-driven future.
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AI assistant boosts college enrolments by 18% in Wales
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Coleg y Cymoedd has reported £5.9 million in financial benefits and an 18% rise in enrolments thanks to ARNY, a bilingual AI assistant launched with ICS.AI.
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From Intern to Leader: Transforming Experience into Opportunity
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With internships evolving from mundane tasks to valuable career launching pads, strategic placements can significantly boost job prospects for graduates.
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D2L awarded top honours by G2 & Tech & Learning
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D2L has been honoured with top accolades from G2 and Tech & Learning for its innovative educational technology, including the award-winning AI tool, D2L Lumi.
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UTS completes digital transformation with Boomi support
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The University of Technology Sydney has successfully completed a digital transformation with Boomi, enhancing services for over 40,000 students and streamlining processes.
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CommScope announces AI-driven Wi-Fi 7 solutions launch
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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CommScope has unveiled its AI-driven Wi-Fi 7 solutions, aimed at optimising enterprise networks with innovative features from RUCKUS Networks.
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Proto appoints Todd Bouman as CEO amid rapid expansion
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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Todd Bouman has been named CEO of Proto, succeeding founder David Nussbaum, as the firm looks to revolutionise hologram and spatial computing technologies.