Online learning stories
Cyber attacks on universities rise 63% around the world
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Universities face a more varied cyber onslaught, with data breaches, hacktivism and ransomware surging as researchers draw nation-state attention.
SkoolBooks expands classroom platform across AU and NZ
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SkoolBooks rolls out across New Zealand and Australia, offering schools a classroom platform with local data hosting and real-time parent engagement.
KnowBe4 & Synthesia launch AI training video partnership
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KnowBe4 and Synthesia launch AI avatar videos for security training, letting firms create, revise and localise content faster across 130 languages.
How to upgrade your home internet for faster speeds
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How to upgrade your home internet for faster speeds: why a better router, smarter placement and wireless alternatives can boost reliability.
Skillsoft data shows surge in AI skills validation
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Skillsoft data shows a sharp rise in AI learning and validation activity, with benchmark completions up 994% as employers seek proof of practical capability.
Gizmo raises USD $22 million to expand AI study platform
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Gizmo secures USD $22 million to deepen AI-powered study tools as it targets US college students and broader global growth.
Khan TED Institute targets low-cost AI-focused degree
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ETS, Khan Academy and TED plan AI-focused higher education model with skills-based progression and corporate backing, aimed at costing under $10,000.
VIPRE launches cybersecurity training for students
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VIPRE expands into student cyber safety with age-based lessons on phishing, AI impersonation and online abuse for schools and partners.
Aurelia Metals lifts site compliance to 96% with Avetta
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Aurelia Metals lifts site access compliance to 96% after shifting training and safety checks online with Avetta, improving visibility and incident rates.
Young Australians back under-16 social media curbs
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education, learning & training
Survey finds 47% of young Australians back under-16 social media limits, but most fear losing news, learning and friendship online.
Skillsoft's CAISY use surges as workers seek AI practice
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Skillsoft says CAISY simulation launches jumped 341% as workers embrace AI practice, signalling a wider shift towards learning in the flow of work.
Cynomi launches GTM academy for MSP cybersecurity sales
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Cynomi unveils practical go-to-market academy to help managed service providers package, price and sell cybersecurity services more effectively.
Great Southern Grammar embraces AI to boost high-impact teaching
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Great Southern Grammar's IT lead Kieran Bailey says a tight pilot, longer-lasting Surface devices and Microsoft tools are transforming classroom tech.
Adobe launches Acrobat Student Spaces for study support
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Adobe adds free AI study hub in Acrobat with quizzes, audio revision and group tools as it targets students for exam and career prep.
CompTIA launches AI Agent Essentials course for workers
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CompTIA unveils AI Agent Essentials to help non-technical staff understand autonomous workplace tools and the risks of agentic systems.
LSI wins degree-awarding powers for AI-led teaching
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London School of Innovation becomes first AI-native UK university to gain Degree Awarding Powers, after regulator backs its tutor-led model.
Agency & La Trobe launch free digital health course
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Australian Digital Health Agency and La Trobe University unveil free online training to boost nursing and midwifery students’ digital skills.
Amazon launches free AI training for Australian schools
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Amazon and Tech Futures Australia roll out free AI training and classroom tools for Australian schools, after research found teachers keen but under-resourced.
Miro acquires Reforge to boost AI product strategy
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Miro is acquiring Reforge to fuse its visual workspace with training tools, sharpening AI-era product decisions as well as delivery.
Zoom showcases AI tools for APAC SMBs in daily work
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Zoom says APAC small firms are moving AI from pilots to daily workflows, boosting productivity while trying to avoid new complexity.