Skills shortage (Skills gap) stories

Australian firms report a sharp rise in AI-powered cyber attacks, with over half facing more complex threats amid cybersecurity skill shortages and limited budgets.

Penguin Solutions is expanding in Australia, boosting ultra-resilient edge computing for critical sectors like transport, mining, and finance.

A global survey reveals that businesses are rapidly adopting AI but struggle with training and infrastructure, hindering growth despite high optimism and planned investments.

DataSentinel has appointed data expert Peter Ward as Strategic Advisor to strengthen its Australian services amid rising demand for specialist data analytics.

NTT DATA report reveals C-suite divisions hinder generative AI adoption, as security worries and unclear policies alarm many CISOs globally.

Australian public sector rapidly adopts generative AI, with 94% using it, but faces challenges in infrastructure, security, and skills development for success.

As vehicles become smarter and more connected, the automotive cybersecurity market grows rapidly to combat rising threats and protect road safety.

Asia Pacific firms are shifting AI budgets towards generative AI, focusing on boosting productivity and customer experience amid a move to AI-native cloud strategies.

Research shows 71% of UK workers feel AI tools are advancing faster than they can learn, causing anxiety and highlighting a need for better support and guidance.

Australian universities and tech firms are partnering on immersive internships to bridge the 1.3 million tech skills gap by 2030 and boost job readiness.

The University of Southern Queensland partners with Fortinet to offer free cyber security certifications and training, boosting skills amid Australia's digital skills shortage.

Canadian CIOs must reduce technical debt, harness AI, boost cyber resilience, manage third-party risks, and inspire cultural change to navigate ongoing uncertainty.

Siemens launches 'Expedite - Skills for Industry', an online microcredential to equip engineering students with practical skills and boost employability.

New Zealand's cloud spending is set to reach NZD $9.6 billion by 2028, but only a third of businesses are ready to exploit its full potential.

Udemy launches AI-powered Role Play, enabling professionals to practise business skills through custom simulations and real-time feedback, boosting workplace training.

AI adoption in UK workplaces saves time and cuts costs, with 72% of users reporting weekly time savings, though security and skills gaps slow use.

A report reveals Australian brands lag in AI use, data strategy and privacy readiness, risking competitiveness amid digital disruption and budget cuts.

Most Australian workers see automation as a pathway to career growth, with 60% keen to reskill if their jobs become partially automated, a new study finds.

Splunk's report reveals 71% of ANZ organisations boost AI investment amid staffing shortages to tackle security tool fragmentation and rising cyber threats.

UK youth show greater confidence in green skills than global peers, but a 200,000-worker shortfall threatens the rapidly growing net zero sector.