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Remote work risks hampering career development, warns Aussie expert
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Australian career strategist, Jacob Galea, warns of risks to professional development spurred by the global shift to remote work, including hindered career growth.
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Tech firms acknowledge neurodiversity skills gap, study reveals
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Despite acknowledging the skills gap, a third of tech firms admit to significant lack of neurodiversity in their workforce, says a study by Wiley Edge.
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Vivek Ramachandran joins Black Hat Arsenal review board
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Cybersecurity luminary Vivek Ramachandran joins the Black Hat Arsenal review board, keen to mentor the future cyber professionals and further his commitment to the industry.
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SmartBear boosts India's tech industry with new DevOps Academy in Bangalore
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Software development firm SmartBear amplifies India investments by inaugurating a new DevOps Academy in Bangalore, advancing the local demand for proficient cloud engineers.
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Tesserent Academy partners Toorak College for girls' cybersecurity education
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Tesserent Academy partners with Toorak College to provide free cybersecurity education to 100 Year 10 female students; the initiative aims to inspire careers in cybersecurity and bridge the gender gap in the sector.
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Stephanie Hare to headline Women in Cybersecurity event 2024
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Technology ethics expert, Stephanie Hare, is set to keynote the 8th annual Women in Cybersecurity event at Infosecurity Europe 2024, discussing the implications of our tech revolution.
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IWD 2024: Advancing inclusivity - Women leaders coding a new narrative in the cybersecurity landscape
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On International Women's Day 2024, efforts to increase female representation in Australia's cybersecurity sector are highlighted.
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IWD 2024: Never be discouraged - my journey into tech and telecommunications
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On International Women's Day 2024, a tech veteran reflects on her journey in the male-dominated sectors of technology and telecommunications, advocating for perseverance and determination.
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IWD 2024: Empower Women Developers in the Open-Source Community
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Celebrating International Women's Day 2024, we reflect on the strides towards gender equality in the open-source software community, with focus on empowering women developers.
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IWD 2024: Investing in women in tech IS the accelerator for progress
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The push for increased investment in women in tech seeks to bridge the gap between girls'interest in STEM and female representation in the tech sector.
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IWD 2024: The power of shared values
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Inclusivity in tech workplaces thrives on shared values, say industry insiders, driving more authentic interaction, positive behavioural modelling, and constructive mentorship.
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IWD 2024: 2024 International Women's Day: Celebrating women in tech all year round
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On International Women's Day 2024, the tech industry reaffirms commitment to continual, year-round celebratory efforts to highlight female success and promote inclusivity.
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IWD 2024: Why mentoring others is the most rewarding aspect of my leadership role
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Female corporate leader hails mentoring as the key to female inclusion and success, attributing it as the 'greatest reward' of her role for IWD 2024.
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IWD 2024: Take the fear factor out and ask for support
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Female leaders break barriers and redefine tech sector - experts from Eagle Eye emphasise diversity and female empowerment in the workplace for progress acceleration.
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IWD 2024: Moving past quotas: Inclusivity & neurodiverse talent in cybersecurity
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On International Women's Day 2024, the cybersecurity industry is urged to surpass quota systems, embracing not just gender diversity but also neurodiversity for enhanced innovation and resilience.
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IWD 2024: The success mantra for women technologists
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Leading women in technology and law show resilience and determination, illuminating the challenges and possibilities in predominantly male fields.
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IWD 2024: Championing female talent in cybersecurity & information technology
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On International Women's Day, industry leaders emphasise the growth and importance of female talent in the tech and cybersecurity sectors, advocating for equity and recognition of diversity.
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IWD 2024: Cybersecurity leaders urge for gender diversity across the sector
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Ahead of International Women's Day, industry figures highlight the importance of gender parity and diversity in cybersecurity, promoting accessible career pathways and mentorship schemes.
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IWD 2024: Are we investing enough in women and open-source?
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IWD 2024 puts spotlight on the need for greater investment and inclusion of women in the tech sector, particularly in the historically male-dominated world of open-source.
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IWD 2024: Mentorship, diversity, and effective communication
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IWD 2024: Unveiling the underrepresentation of women in the tech sector, calling for a shift in focus to enhance mentorship, diversity and effective communication.
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IWD 2024: So you want to become a female tech leader? How to make the leap
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In celebration of IWD 2024, we delve into practical advice for aspiring female tech leaders, examining company and self-development, using networks for growth, and developing solid coping strategies.
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IWD 2024: Collaboration is key to driving diversity in tech
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Stereotypes hamper women's progress in tech, with only 24% reaching leadership roles in 2023. Collaboration and mentorship are essential to fostering diversity, driving innovation, and breaking barriers.
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IWD 2024: Coding isn't just for boys
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IWD 2024 reveals coding's gender disparity, challenging stereotypes and urging investment in female talent to foster innovation and sustain industry growth.
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IWD 2024: Why we must support women to shatter the fintech ceiling
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Boosting female representation in fintech firms is pivotal for sector growth and innovation, despite women holding just 11% of fintech board seats.