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Young Aussies win big in Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow 2024
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Samsung Electronics Australia has recognised young innovators in its 2024 Solve for Tomorrow competition, awarding AUD $10,000 to top winner Bradley Cox.
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Year13 launches AI Career Coach in partnership with Microsoft
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Australian platform Year13 has introduced 'Career Coach', an AI initiative to assist school leavers in finding career pathways and upskilling opportunities.
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KnowBe4 named among 2025 best IT workplaces by Computerworld
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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KnowBe4 has been named one of the top IT workplaces for 2025 by Computerworld, securing 23rd place in the midsize organisation category.
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Australian HR professionals optimistic about AI benefits
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Research from the Australian HR Institute reveals that 86% of HR professionals expect AI to boost productivity, despite concerns over data security.
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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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Devoli automates services, saves over NZD $20,000 annually
Mon, 16th Dec 2024
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Devoli has integrated automation bots in its Customer Success and Finance teams, improving efficiency and 24/7 service without rising costs.
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Microsoft opens first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Microsoft has launched its first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand, enhancing local productivity and promising significant tech advancements.
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The future of jobs is much closer than you think
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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As AI reshapes the job landscape, Microsoft plans to train one million Australians and New Zealanders in new skills, highlighting an urgent need for adaptation.
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Eric Sydell on the future of scalable AI in businesses
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Eric Sydell, CEO of Vero AI, outlines key strategies for scalable AI integration in businesses, emphasising enhanced workflows and AI literacy for 2025.
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Australian firms forecast 15% growth with tech focus
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Australian firms are poised for 15% growth in 2025, driven by investments in technology, with 92% planning to maintain or increase software budgets.
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Jobstreet Express celebrates a year of impact in Singapore
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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Jobstreet Express by SEEK celebrates its first anniversary, significantly impacting semi-skilled hiring in Singapore amid ongoing workforce challenges.
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AI confidence crisis prompts urgent call for UK upskilling
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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A recent survey reveals a significant AI confidence crisis in the UK workforce, with 74% of employees worried about integrating AI into their roles.
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Australian SMEs tackle skill shortages with new strategies
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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A new report reveals that 65% of Australian small business owners are struggling with skill shortages, while 25% have not recovered from COVID-19 impacts.
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EY survey: Upskilling, regulation slow AI adoption in Europe
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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A new EY survey reveals that European financial services are struggling to adopt Generative AI, with only 9% of firms feeling advanced in its integration.
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Supply chain trends 2025: cybersecurity & AI focus
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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FourKites experts forecast that supply chain trends in 2025 will focus heavily on cybersecurity, AI innovation, and data normalisation.
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UK employees lead Europe in AI workplace adoption
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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UK employees lead Europe in workplace AI adoption, with 25% using AI daily and trust in the tools steadily rising.
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Have you built an AI strategy for your finance function?
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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As AI transforms finance operations, many firms lack a clear strategy for its integration, risking inefficiencies and missed opportunities.
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Australian firms' training cuts costing AUD $3.1 billion annually
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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A report reveals Australian businesses face declining productivity as 28% of workers are dissatisfied with training opportunities amid skills shortages.
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AI & gamified learning to transform education by 2025
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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Gaspard Maldonado of Superprof predicts that AI, gamification, and microlearning will transform education by 2025, enhancing personalized learning experiences.
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UKISUG launches S/4HANA Academy to combat SAP skill gap
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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The UK & Ireland SAP User Group has launched its S/4HANA Academy to address the pressing skills shortage in SAP consulting, supporting businesses' transitions.