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Higher education stories - Page 1

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AARNet & CrowdStrike boost cybersecurity for research sector
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AARNet and CrowdStrike expand their partnership to deliver 24/7 managed detection and response services, enhancing cybersecurity across Australia's research and education sectors.
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TechnologyOne to deploy MortarCAPS data standard nationwide
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TechnologyOne will implement the MortarCAPS Higher Learning Data Standard nationwide, enhancing data integration for Australian higher education and vocational sectors.
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Palo Alto Networks and Quitch launch new cyber training modules
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Palo Alto Networks partners with Quitch to launch free, interactive cybersecurity training on a gamified platform using spaced repetition learning techniques.
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Google funds $5m initiative to boost AI skills in Canada
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Google Canada grants CAD $5 million to Amii to establish a national consortium training 125,000 students in AI skills across 25 institutions nationwide.
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Most faculty lack tools & training for accessible content
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A survey reveals only 11% of US higher education faculty have the tools and training to create accessible digital content for students with disabilities.
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US faculty seek support to boost digital course accessibility
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A US survey reveals just 11% of higher education faculty feel equipped to make digital course content accessible to students with disabilities, highlighting training gaps.
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Atturra wins top Boomi APJ Partner award for sixth time in row
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Atturra has won Boomi's APJ Partner of the Year award for the third consecutive year, adding to five previous wins, showcasing its leadership in integration solutions.
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CAUDIT Cloud aims to cut costs & boost IT in Australasian universities
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CAUDIT and Macquarie Cloud Services have launched CAUDIT Cloud to help Australasian universities tackle IT costs, compliance, and data challenges affordably.
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Gen Z & millennials seek balance, security & AI skills at work
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Deloitte survey reveals NZ Gen Z and millennials prioritise financial security, well-being, and purpose, with rising workplace stress and growing GenAI use.
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UTS adopts Denodo platform to modernise & unify data systems
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University of Technology Sydney deploys Denodo Platform via Atturra to boost data integration, enhancing access for staff, researchers, and educators across the institution.
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Asia-Pacific leads global tech talent as AI boosts job market
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The Asia-Pacific region hosts the world's eight largest tech talent markets, each with over 500,000 tech workers, driven by AI growth and venture capital.
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Melbourne university selects Rimini Street for Salesforce support
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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The University of Melbourne’s Mobile Learning Unit partners with Rimini Street to enhance support for its Salesforce-based eLearning platform and ensure operational efficiency.
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AMBS modernises digital network with new AI-driven upgrade
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Roc Technologies and HPE Aruba Networking have upgraded the network at Alliance Manchester Business School to enhance digital experience and security for users.
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Ulster University partners with Explorance to improve feedback
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Ulster University will implement Explorance Blue and MLY to enhance student feedback analysis, aiming to boost engagement and improve learning quality.
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AI forum at Warwick explores future of higher education
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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The University of Warwick hosted Microsoft and Russell Group leaders to discuss embedding AI in higher education, focusing on collaboration, ethics, and future skills.
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KPMG & Ellucian form alliance to boost student solutions
Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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KPMG Australia and Ellucian have forged a partnership, marking Ellucian's first in Australia, to enhance student management solutions for universities.
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Federation University enhances classrooms with Sennheiser tech
Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Federation University has teamed up with Sennheiser to revamp 45 classrooms into hybrid learning spaces, boosting experiences for students in regional Victoria.
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Learning platform D2L reports strong fiscal 2025 results & revenues
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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D2L has reported a strong performance for Fiscal 2025, with Q4 revenue rising to USD $53.3 million and full-year revenue up 13% to USD $205.3 million.
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Australian lecturer wins 2025 SAS Educator Award recognition
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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SAS has honoured exceptional educators worldwide, including Jacky Mo from the University of New South Wales, with the 2025 SAS Educator Award.
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Workday named leader in 2025 Gartner education systems
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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Workday has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Higher Education Student Information Systems, showcasing its commitment to modernising education technology.