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Cornerstone eases growth challenges for mid-sized firms with new platform
Artificial Intelligence

Cornerstone eases growth challenges for mid-sized firms with new platform

Cornerstone Learning Fundamentals launched to address major growth obstacles for mid-sized firms such as staff and skill shortages.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Aqua Security celebrates consecutive year of channel growth
EduTech

Aqua Security celebrates consecutive year of channel growth

Aqua Security marks yet another year of substantial channel growth, reinforcing its place as the ultimate choice for service providers and partners.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
NextWork raises $2.3m to upskill displaced workers
EduTech

NextWork raises $2.3m to upskill displaced workers

NextWork, an EdTech startup, offers a unique adaptive platform for quick upskilling, starting with a free AWS Certification course.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Apr 2024
Unearthing mining's data and AI potential: Why It's overlooked and how to start
Data Analytics

Unearthing mining's data and AI potential: Why It's overlooked and how to start

Despite the proven benefits, the untapped potential of data and AI within the mining industry remains overlooked due to traditional mindset, uncertain ROI and a lack of skills and expertise.

By Patrick Bangert and Andrew Kirk • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
How esports is improving career prospects for growing numbers of students
EduTech

How esports is improving career prospects for growing numbers of students

Esports' integration into curricula is elevating students' career prospects by equipping them with crucial transferrable skills like teamwork, communication, and critical thinking, and exposing them to a myriad of job opportunities.

By Dan Martinez • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024
Infinigate launches digital platform to aid business digitalisation
Data Analytics

Infinigate launches digital platform to aid business digitalisation

Swiss-based Infinigate Group launches Infinigate Digital Connect, a digital platform providing tools to support business digitalisation, amidst the rise of IT subscription models.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024
Exclusive: How Portt is seeing the procurement landscape evolve
EduTech

Exclusive: How Portt is seeing the procurement landscape evolve

Silvério Governo of Portt discusses the company's innovative approach to procurement and spend management, addressing sector-specific challenges and leveraging technology.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024
Jamf unveils new toolkit to optimise Apple tech in businesses & schools
EduTech

Jamf unveils new toolkit to optimise Apple tech in businesses & schools

Jamf showcased an array of new offerings to assist enterprises in maximising their tech investments, including a compliance dashboard and Compliance Editor tool. The tools aim to enforce compliance regulations on Apple devices and enhance overall security efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024
Fortinet unveils 2023 Sustainability Report highlighting steady progress
Firewalls

Fortinet unveils 2023 Sustainability Report highlighting steady progress

Fortinet's 2023 Sustainability Report unveils the firm's strides in combating cyber risks, diversifying talent and ecologically responsible operations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Digital poverty impacts one-fifth of UK's children, reveals Deloitte study
EduTech

Digital poverty impacts one-fifth of UK's children, reveals Deloitte study

New research from Deloitte and the Digital Poverty Alliance reveals that 20% of UK children are suffering from the effects of digital inequality, exacerbated by ongoing economic uncertainty.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Code Institute unveils €250,000 Spring Scholarship for aspiring developers
Software Development

Code Institute unveils €250,000 Spring Scholarship for aspiring developers

Code Institute introduces a €250,000 Spring Scholarship Fund, aiming to remove financial barriers for aspiring software developers amid global economic difficulties.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
Code Institute launches Spring Scholarship Fund for developers
EduTech

Code Institute launches Spring Scholarship Fund for developers

Code Institute has launched the Spring Scholarship Fund of €250,000 to financially support aspiring global developers and promote diversity within technology and AI-centric roles.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
Building the cyber defences needed to ward off attacks
EduTech

Building the cyber defences needed to ward off attacks

A surge in cyberattacks prompts Australia to strengthen their digital defence, aiming to utilise education and a 'human factor' to thwart attacks amid rising hacker innovation.

By Andrew Rose • 5 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024
Colt DCS expands hyperscale services with new West London site
EduTech

Colt DCS expands hyperscale services with new West London site

Colt DCS is set to expand its hyperscale services with the acquisition of land in Hayes, West London, to extend its existing facility, boosting the IT capacity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024
Fortinet celebrates partners' achievements at Australia awards 2023
Unified Communications

Fortinet celebrates partners' achievements at Australia awards 2023

Fortinet honours its Australian partners for exceptional cybersecurity advancements, applauding their efforts in helping customers transition safely from traditional network structures.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024
Atturra partners with Brisbane Grammar School for transformative IT solution
EduTech

Atturra partners with Brisbane Grammar School for transformative IT solution

Atturra, a top IT firm, has struck a multi-year deal to provide Brisbane Grammar School with a Microsoft Dynamics 365-based Student Information System to enhance administrative processes and educational delivery.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024
AI cybersecurity gap affecting quarter of UK businesses
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

AI cybersecurity gap affecting quarter of UK businesses

26% of UK firms don't utilise AI for cybersecurity despite nearly half experiencing cyber attacks, finds a survey by Hornetsecurity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024
City University partners with Vested to support new talent
EduTech

City University partners with Vested to support new talent

City, University of London partners with financial services consultancy Vested to deliver a series of initiatives to support new talent joining the industry.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024