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AI boosts job satisfaction & career growth, survey reveals
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A survey by Unisys reveals that over 70% of workers in Australia, the US, UK, and Germany say AI has enhanced their job satisfaction and career growth.
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LinkedIn unveils AI tools to transform HR & sales roles
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A recent LinkedIn study reveals that 10% of new job roles in 2024 are those that didn't exist in 2000, signalling a significant workforce transformation.
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TeamViewer unveils new AI tool to boost business efficiency
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TeamViewer has launched Session Insights, an AI-driven feature aimed at enhancing IT teams' efficiency, amid rising global demand for practical AI solutions.
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ST Engineering partners with polytechnics for AI training
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ST Engineering has partnered with Republic and Singapore Polytechnics to boost cybersecurity education for over 600 students through Generative AI training.
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Cequence Security appoints Randolph Barr as new CISO
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Cequence Security has appointed Randolph Barr as Chief Information Security Officer to bolster its API security strategy and enhance customer confidence.
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AVK launches academy for training data centre engineers
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digital transformation
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AVK has unveiled the AVK Academy in Lenham, Kent, to enhance training for data centre engineers amid growing demands for sustainable solutions.
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Josh Bersin launches Galileo Professional for HR sector
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The Josh Bersin Company has unveiled Galileo Professional, a budget-friendly AI assistant designed specifically for HR professionals and small teams.
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Lumify wins Employer of Choice award for second year
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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leadership
Lumify has been named Employer of Choice in the Australian Business Awards 2024 for a second year.
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Hacking gender bias in the Kiwi cybersecurity sector
Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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cybersecurity
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community
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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International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field
Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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gender equality
Despite progress, women in cybersecurity still face significant challenges. This International Women in Cyber Day, we explore why the industry needs them more than ever.
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Schneider Electric's Abrahams to lead iMasons Armed Forces group
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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dei
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power / energy
David Abrahams of Schneider Electric has been named Chair of iMasons' Armed Forces MRG, aiming to boost veteran employment in digital infrastructure and data centres.
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Splend named one of Australia's Best Places to Work for 2024
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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cartech
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supply chain & logistics
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Splend, Australia’s largest electric vehicle fleet operator, is named among the Best Places to Work for 2024, emphasising employee satisfaction and sustainability.
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Adobe transforms education with new AI tools in Adobe Express
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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Adobe's latest update to Adobe Express for Education offers free advanced AI-powered creative tools for K-12 students and teachers globally, enhancing classroom engagement and learning outcomes.
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Digital Workplace Conference Australia 2024 returns to Sydney
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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One of the most anticipated conferences, The Digital Workplace Conference Australia, is returning to Sydney, from 31 July to 1 August.
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How CFOs can work with human resources and IT teams through cross-functional collaboration
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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Modern CFOs now collaborate closely with HR and IT teams, driving strategy and organisational growth while facing economic pressures and talent challenges.
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Fusion5 to acquire IntegrationWorks, aims to broaden market reach
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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public sector
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Acquiring IntegrationWorks will add 80 integration consultants to Fusion5's team and expand its reach across Australia and the UK.
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Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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it training
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ar, vr & metaverse
A new report highlights a growing disconnect between UK employees and employers, with Millennials feeling most unsupported.
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Australian teachers struggle with digital technologies curriculum
Tue, 9th Jul 2024
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support
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digital literacy
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digital divide
A new report reveals that two-thirds of Australian educators are struggling to implement the nation's Digital Technologies Curriculum, calling for urgent support and action.
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LoveHeart AI tool aims to revolutionise Australian early education
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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cloud services
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early childhood education
An Australian startup, LoveHeart, has unveiled the world's first AI-based teacher's aide, aiming to revolutionise early childhood education and cut educators' paperwork by 4.2 hours weekly.
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New digital programme aims to boost immunisation for migrants
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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e-learning
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mental health
UniServices and Whāraurau have launched a digital programme on D2L Brightspace to improve immunisation for migrants in New Zealand, addressing critical post-pandemic training gaps.