Interactive learning stories

Gizmo secures USD $22 million to deepen AI-powered study tools as it targets US college students and broader global growth.

VIPRE expands into student cyber safety with age-based lessons on phishing, AI impersonation and online abuse for schools and partners.

Snap unveils a 45-minute interactive digital safety course for teens and parents, plus expanded Snapchat arrival alerts to boost protection.

Scrum.org debuts a five-hour self-paced course to help Scrum Teams build trust and collaborate more effectively with stakeholders.

Samsung will bring a TV-optimised Fender Play app to 2025 and newer TVs in 49 countries, launching globally in the first half of 2026.

Samsung's Knox Security framework delivers built-in protection across devices, boosting security and management in education, retail, and government sectors.

Skillsoft launches its AI-native Percipio Platform to help firms close skill gaps and link workforce development directly to business outcomes.

ChatGPT has introduced study mode, guiding learners through material with questions and feedback to boost understanding, not just provide answers.

Unison Networks launches the free Safe Sparks Digital Programme, teaching children aged 5-11 electrical safety online across Hawke's Bay, Taupō and Rotorua.

Skillsoft partners with Salesforce to launch AI-powered training within its platform, aiming to close skill gaps in customer support teams and enhance service quality.

Udemy launches AI-powered Role Play, enabling professionals to practise business skills through custom simulations and real-time feedback, boosting workplace training.

Google integrates LearnLM model into Gemini 2.5, enhancing learning with AI-powered explanations and multimodal content for global users.

Meta1st has launched an AI-driven platform aimed at reducing cyber risks by enhancing employee training and security awareness in organisations.

D2L acquires H5P Group and launches D2L Lumi, an AI-powered tool designed to enrich learning experiences and streamline educational content creation.

Gallagher Security strengthens its training division with the appointment of James Robinson and Toni Fisher, aiming to elevate user engagement and competence.

Education experts Kelly Hollis and Shane Smith predict AI and immersive tech will transform science classrooms by 2025, making learning more engaging and personalised.

Two Christchurch-based tech firms, Seequent and CerebralFix, launch Visible Geology, an immersive 3D educational tool to combat global shortages in earth scientists.

Kais Education revolutionises inclusive STEM learning with the launch of 'KaiBot for Swift Playgrounds,' a venture aiming to provide comprehensive computer science education to all students, including those with disabilities.

Siemens partners with BILT to bring 3D digital training tools to Apple Vision Pro, merging the real and digital worlds to transform the learning experience for electricians.

Palmerston North's Awatapu College pioneers interactive programme to teach students about healthy relationships and consent.