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Willow named finalist for Microsoft education award for AI use
EduTech

Willow named finalist for Microsoft education award for AI use

Willow is a finalist for the 2025 Microsoft Education Partner of the Year Award, recognised for using AI to optimise campus operations and sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

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Higher education stories

Beyond Bloom: Why transformation, not creation, represents the peak of learning in the AI era
EduTech

Beyond Bloom: Why transformation, not creation, represents the peak of learning in the AI era

In the AI era, learning's peak shifts from creation to transformation, emphasising deeper understanding and meaningful impact beyond mere production.

By Lisa Clark EdD • 3 min read • Sat, 15th Nov 2025
Fix Your Content Day urges universities to boost accessibility
EduTech

Fix Your Content Day urges universities to boost accessibility

Anthology's Fix Your Content Day challenges universities worldwide to improve digital course accessibility in preparation for new US regulations on inclusive education.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate
EduTech

DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate

DDoS attacks have surged to record peaks of 3.7 Tbps, driven by automation and shifting geopolitical sources, targeting sectors like higher education globally.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Oct 2025
Siemens wins ABET nod for digital industry microcredential pilot
EduTech

Siemens wins ABET nod for digital industry microcredential pilot

Siemens' Expedite - Skills for Industry microcredential has earned ABET recognition, setting a new standard in digital industry workforce development.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025
UAE launches first AI Centre of Excellence to boost local talent
EduTech

UAE launches first AI Centre of Excellence to boost local talent

The UAE has launched the Gulf's first AI Centre of Excellence in Abu Dhabi to develop local talent and advance sovereign AI capabilities with Australian partners.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Kasia Hanson joins Alcatraz to drive strategic partnerships growth
EduTech

Kasia Hanson joins Alcatraz to drive strategic partnerships growth

Kasia Hanson joins Alcatraz as VP of Strategic Partnerships to boost growth across critical sectors with her 20+ years experience in security and AI.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Workday unveils new AI agents for HR & finance to drive results
EduTech

Workday unveils new AI agents for HR & finance to drive results

Workday launches new AI agents embedded in HR and finance workflows to boost efficiency and deliver measurable business results by 2026.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Cybersecurity education expands as universities target workforce gap
EduTech

Cybersecurity education expands as universities target workforce gap

Universities worldwide are expanding cybersecurity courses to tackle a growing workforce shortage amid rising cyberattacks on educational institutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Education sector improves against ransomware but IT staff suffer
EduTech

Education sector improves against ransomware but IT staff suffer

Education institutions have improved ransomware defences and reduced costs, but IT staff face high anxiety and burnout amid growing AI-driven cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025

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Higher education stories

Ayrshire College secures cyber upgrade to enhance student skills
EduTech

Ayrshire College secures cyber upgrade to enhance student skills

Ayrshire College partners with Acumen Cyber and HEFESTIS to enhance cyber defences and offer students hands-on security experience in a live environment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
How the University of Miami is halving VR development time - No coding required
EduTech

How the University of Miami is halving VR development time - No coding required

The University of Miami slashes virtual reality development time by over half using a no-code toolkit that simplifies creating immersive learning simulations.

By Ruby McNamara • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Chiang Mai University joins IBM to boost AI, quantum research in ASEAN
EduTech

Chiang Mai University joins IBM to boost AI, quantum research in ASEAN

Chiang Mai University joins IBM and National University of Singapore to boost AI and quantum research, tackling regional challenges across ASEAN.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
Jio launches free AI course to broaden AI literacy in India
EduTech

Jio launches free AI course to broaden AI literacy in India

Jio has launched a free four-week AI course, powered by JioPC and Jio Institute, to boost AI literacy among beginners across India.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Shaping the future of learning and work: A new partnership with the University of Waterloo
EduTech

Shaping the future of learning and work: A new partnership with the University of Waterloo

Google partners with the University of Waterloo, donating CAD $1 million to advance AI-driven learning and work readiness through a new Google Chair and student labs.

By Mira Lane • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
UK public sector networks lag in readiness for smart spaces adoption
EduTech

UK public sector networks lag in readiness for smart spaces adoption

Less than a third of UK public sector networks are ready for smart space tech, with local government least prepared and the NHS leading at 39% readiness.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
SPU & RevisionSuccess lead AI workshop for student innovation
EduTech

SPU & RevisionSuccess lead AI workshop for student innovation

Sripatum University and RevisionSuccess hosted a workshop showing 200+ students how AI can enhance education and boost entrepreneurial skills in Thailand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025