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Gender diversity in Technology – A story of progress and opportunity
Artificial Intelligence

Gender diversity in Technology – A story of progress and opportunity

As we honour International Women's Day, the tech industry celebrates significant strides in gender diversity, fostering a more inclusive and equitable future.

By Emmanuelle Hose • 3 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
Reimagining the workplace that was never built for women
eCommerce

Reimagining the workplace that was never built for women

In tech, the conversation about women has shifted from entry to retention and influence, as traditional structures hinder their leadership advancement.

By Merline McGregor • 5 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
DEI: A blessing or a burden in the workplace?
Unified Communications

DEI: A blessing or a burden in the workplace?

Debates surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in workplaces intensify, with advocates and critics discussing their impact on meritocracy and culture.

By Renuka Nadkarni • 4 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Technology benefits by including women's perspectives
Artificial Intelligence

IWD 2025: Technology benefits by including women's perspectives

As we celebrate International Women's Day 2025, Kira reflects on the vital role women play in technology and her new leadership position at RingCentral.

By Kira Makagon • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Accelerate Action: How mentoring programs make a difference
Extreme Networks

IWD 2025: Accelerate Action: How mentoring programs make a difference

On International Women's Day, the spotlight is on mentorship as a vital tool in fostering gender equality and empowering careers, says a leading figure at Extreme Networks.

By Rachelle Berges • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Women in Tech, and beyond: Embracing uncertainty and driving change in leadership
Artificial Intelligence

Women in Tech, and beyond: Embracing uncertainty and driving change in leadership

In an evolving tech landscape, embracing uncertainty can empower women leaders to drive innovation, challenging traditional barriers to representation and success.

By Kellie Clenton • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Breaking bots and barriers: Accelerating gender inclusion in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

Breaking bots and barriers: Accelerating gender inclusion in Cybersecurity

As International Women's Day celebrates progress, experts highlight the need for greater gender diversity in cybersecurity to tackle evolving threats and ensure innovation.

By Elizabeth Creed • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Tech firms urge action for gender equality in industry
Artificial Intelligence

Tech firms urge action for gender equality in industry

Ahead of International Women's Day 2025, leading firms SS&C Blue Prism and SUSE urge enhanced gender equality in tech, spotlighting persistent disparities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Why Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Aren't Just Important—They're Essential
Partner Programmes

IWD 2025: Why Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Aren't Just Important—They're Essential

As International Women's Day approaches, the urgent need for women in cybersecurity leadership is highlighted as vital for innovation and success in the industry.

By Nicole Steele • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership
Sports

IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership

On International Women's Day, a tech leader shares how her journey in sports instilled resilience and leadership skills that empowered her in a male-dominated industry.

By Céline Gauthier-Darnis • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025

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Signals of change: improving gender diversity in telecoms
Unified Communications

Signals of change: improving gender diversity in telecoms

Women account for less than one-fifth of the UK telecoms workforce, prompting calls for companies to create more inclusive cultures to boost female representation.

By Rebecca Dobson • 5 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
Empowering women in tech: Lessons learned from making AI more accessible for businesses
Artificial Intelligence

Empowering women in tech: Lessons learned from making AI more accessible for businesses

As AI technology grows, so must opportunities for women in tech; breaking barriers through mentorship and education can make the field accessible to all.

By Viccy Winter • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Gender disparity in business & investing is a fight everyone should join
Partner Programmes

IWD 2025: Gender disparity in business & investing is a fight everyone should join

As International Women's Day approaches, the stark inequality in business and investing demands collective action, highlighting the urgent need for gender parity.

By Alexandra Smith • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
AI, leadership, cybersecurity skills soar in global demand
DevOps

AI, leadership, cybersecurity skills soar in global demand

Udemy's Q4 2024 Learning Index reveals soaring enrolments in AI (58%), leadership (42%), and cybersecurity (47%), signalling a global upskilling trend.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
EYDS acquires Kreatif to boost Microsoft tech services
Customer Relationship Management

EYDS acquires Kreatif to boost Microsoft tech services

EY Digital Solutions has acquired Kreatif, enhancing its Microsoft Dynamics 365 capabilities in Indonesia and Asean, adding 114 professionals to its team.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
From Intern to Leader: Transforming Experience into Opportunity
EduTech

From Intern to Leader: Transforming Experience into Opportunity

With internships evolving from mundane tasks to valuable career launching pads, strategic placements can significantly boost job prospects for graduates.

By Emma Adby • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Why women should pursue the road less travelled even if they don't herald from a tech discipline
Digital Transformation

IWD 2025: Why women should pursue the road less travelled even if they don't herald from a tech discipline

As Australia sees a slow rise in women within the tech workforce, leaders urge those without a tech background to embrace unconventional paths in the industry.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025