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Leaping over the auto industry's skills gap

Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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The automotive repair sector is facing a skills gap as AI transforms vehicles, demanding technicians proficient in modern diagnostics and training methods.
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Global trade challenges rise with AI & customs complexity

Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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A report reveals growing challenges in global trade, citing complex customs regulations, skills shortages, and AI's impact amid geopolitical disruptions.
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AcademyEX invests in BSI Learning to advance EdTech in Aus

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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AcademyEX has strategically invested in BSI Learning to strengthen its presence in Australia's EdTech sector, aiming to redefine vocational education.
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Quadient forecasts blockchain adoption in finance by 2025

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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Quadient forecasts that by 2025, blockchain will revolutionise finance teams, enhancing transaction accuracy and transparency in a challenging skills landscape.
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AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.
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Skillable: Cybersecurity must tackle its gender disparity issues

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Executives at Skillable highlight ongoing efforts to enhance gender equity in cybersecurity, noting gradual progress in female representation within the industry.
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Organisations struggle with GenAI ROI despite strategies

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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A global study by NTT DATA reveals organisations struggle to align AI strategies with business goals, hampering ROI despite widespread GenAI investment.
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CoLab launches AI solution to enhance mechanical design

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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CoLab has unveiled an AI-powered solution aimed at improving mechanical product design by minimising risks and enhancing quality for engineering teams.
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Global shift towards major investment in generative AI

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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A new report from NTT DATA reveals organisations are evolving from GenAI experimentation to strategic investments aimed at boosting business performance.
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SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns

Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.
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AI advancements pose challenges for cybersecurity sector

Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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The Chartered Institute of Information Security's report reveals 54% of professionals fear AI will benefit attackers more than defenders amid rising cybersecurity challenges.
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ServiceNow partners with NVIDIA, Siemens, & others on AI

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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ServiceNow has unveiled new partnerships with NVIDIA, Siemens, Pearson, and Snowflake to enhance AI capabilities and improve productivity across industries.
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New Zealand Women's network marks 5 years in security

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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The New Zealand Network for Women in Security celebrates its 5th anniversary, championing diversity and support for women in New Zealand's security sector.
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Aussie & Kiwi firms lag in post-quantum crypto readiness

Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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A new survey reveals a worrying disconnect in Australia and New Zealand between awareness and readiness for post-quantum cryptography, despite rising concerns.
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Salesforce to offer free AI training to close skills gap

Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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Salesforce will offer its premium AI courses for free on Trailhead until end-2025, investing over USD $50 million to bridge the AI skills gap.
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Skillvue secures USD $2.8 million to expand AI skills platform

Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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Italian HR tech startup Skillvue raises USD $2.8 million to advance its AI-based skills assessment platform, aiming to revolutionise recruitment and talent development.
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Hacking gender bias in the Kiwi cybersecurity sector

Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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Despite a massive skills shortage, gender bias remains rife in New Zealand's cybersecurity sector. Women account for just 20% of the workforce.
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Increased educational focus needed to bridge the skills gap

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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Technology leaders urge increased educational focus to bridge the skills gap as A-Level results come through in the United Kingdom.
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AI transforming DevOps: Tricentis 2024 report reveals impact

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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Tricentis' 2024 report highlights how AI is revolutionising DevOps, with 60% of practitioners prioritising AI in testing. Despite benefits, skills and regulation remain barriers.
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Global enterprises struggling with AI talent shortage

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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More than a third of global enterprises are struggling to attract essential AI and data talent, jeopardising their AI ambitions, an IDC study reveals.