Skills shortage (Skills gap) stories
ISACA renews ties with EU for cybersecurity workforce boost
Yesterday
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it training
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ISACA has reaffirmed its commitment to the European Commission's Cybersecurity Skills Academy, aiming to enhance Europe's cybersecurity workforce training and diversity.
Exclusive: Businesses face growing challenges in managing unstructured data
Yesterday
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data protection
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data analytics
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data science
As unstructured data burgeons, businesses grapple with escalating challenges in governance, security, and costs, as experts urge immediate action to manage it effectively.
CoachHub launches AIMY, an AI-driven bespoke coach
Last week
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data protection
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martech
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personalisation
CoachHub has unveiled AIMYTM, an AI coaching platform aimed at enhancing workforce performance and development while democratising access to coaching.
AI skills gap in UK businesses worsened by IR35 policies
Last week
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it training
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genai
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ai
A new report reveals a pressing AI skills gap in UK businesses, worsened by restrictive policies like IR35 and rising National Insurance contributions.
UK faces critical AI skills gap as firms struggle to adapt
Last week
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digital transformation
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genai
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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.
Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance
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edutech
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it training
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outsourcing
A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.
Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings
Last week
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malware
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ransomware
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devops
Fortra's latest cybersecurity survey reveals a worldwide surge in concerns over phishing and evolving technologies, with security professionals prioritising awareness and closing gaps.
Virohan & Mahajan join forces for student placements
Last week
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it training
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healthtech
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skills gap
Virohan has teamed up with Mahajan Imaging & Labs to provide practical training opportunities for students in India's rapidly growing healthcare sector.
EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students
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ai
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microsoft
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.
AI demands spike boosts growth at Linten Technologies
Last month
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digital transformation
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llms
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skills gap
As Linten Technologies marks its 25th anniversary, the firm sees rising demand for AI education as businesses seek to navigate the evolving landscape of technology.
UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis
Last month
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
A forthcoming National Audit Office report signals urgent cyber threats to the UK government, exposing vulnerabilities in 58 critical IT systems and a skills gap in security roles.
Microsoft & Pearson unite for AI skills development
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edutech
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e-learning
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genai
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.
Sysdig unveils Stratoshark for cloud network analysis
Last month
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Sysdig has unveiled Stratoshark, an open-source tool that empowers network analysts to extend their Wireshark expertise to cloud environments.
European professionals show low confidence in data privacy
Last month
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
A recent ISACA report reveals that only 38% of European professionals trust their organisations to protect sensitive data, highlighting severe privacy concerns.
UK space investment soars, creating jobs & educational prospects
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edutech
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spacetech
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cloud services
Investment in the UK's space sector has surged by 435% since 1990, creating nearly 49,000 jobs and fostering educational opportunities for future generations.
UK businesses urged to balance AI with human expertise
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genai
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productivity
AI adoption in the UK is on the rise, with businesses investing to stay competitive, amid calls for careful integration and skills development.
Vectra AI launches global scholarship for cybersecurity skills
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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Vectra AI has launched the Vectra AI Scholars Programme to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage, inviting students globally to innovate using AI against cyber threats.
Exclusive Networks launches Exclusive Global Solutions
Last month
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it training
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Exclusive Networks has launched Exclusive Global Solutions (XGS), a new initiative to streamline its cybersecurity services for partners worldwide.
ASEAN firms lead APJ region in AI for HR functions
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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hcm
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ai
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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it training
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hcm
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jobs
Skillsoft has launched a new integration with SAP's talent intelligence hub, aiming to bolster workforce skills insights for UK businesses amid skills shortages.