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Microsoft expands AI skills drive across New Zealand
Data Protection

Microsoft expands AI skills drive across New Zealand

The expansion follows early uptake of Microsoft’s previous pledge, as demand for AI training rises across business, schools and community groups.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2026
Microsoft says NZ contribution hits NZ$9.4bn in FY25
Unified Communications

Microsoft says NZ contribution hits NZ$9.4bn in FY25

Local firms and agencies are using Microsoft’s AI and cloud tools to lift productivity, as the company’s NZ impact reaches NZ$9.4 billion in FY25.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2026

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Infosys expands Google Cloud tie-up for agentic AI
Data Analytics

Infosys expands Google Cloud tie-up for agentic AI

The deal could speed enterprise AI rollouts by packaging agentic tools for sectors from banking to healthcare, while deepening staff training.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Skillsoft data shows surge in AI skills validation
eLearning

Skillsoft data shows surge in AI skills validation

Employers are demanding proof of AI proficiency as Skillsoft’s benchmark completions jumped 994% and learning activity surged.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
OpenAI says weekly users top 900 million as AI reshapes work
Digital Transformation

OpenAI says weekly users top 900 million as AI reshapes work

The surge underscores how quickly AI use is spreading, while economists say official data still misses its impact on jobs and output.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026

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Canadian employers face fiercer battle for tech talent
EduTech

Canadian employers face fiercer battle for tech talent

Hybrid working is emerging as a key draw for Canadian tech staff, with most business leaders saying flexibility now rivals pay in recruitment.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2026
Microsoft to invest AUD $25 billion in Australia AI push
Semiconductors

Microsoft to invest AUD $25 billion in Australia AI push

The three-year spend will expand local cloud capacity, boost cyber defences and train millions of workers as demand for AI grows.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
TAL expands Microsoft deal in biggest tech pact yet
Unified Communications

TAL expands Microsoft deal in biggest tech pact yet

The insurer will use cloud and AI tools to cut claims admin and speed up customer service under a five-year agreement with Microsoft.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
Microsoft & ACTU hold first AI workers' summit in Sydney
Digital Transformation

Microsoft & ACTU hold first AI workers' summit in Sydney

Workers’ input on AI will shape how new tools are rolled out in Australian workplaces after Microsoft and the ACTU held a first summit in Sydney.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2026
AEON360 teams with Google Cloud on AI shopping push
Digital Transformation

AEON360 teams with Google Cloud on AI shopping push

Shoppers in Malaysia will gain a single AI-led journey across AEON services as the retailer starts linking buying, payments and rewards with Google Cloud.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2026
UK workers spend more time on admin than European peers
Digital Transformation

UK workers spend more time on admin than European peers

UK office staff lose nearly two working days a week to admin, leaving many disengaged and prompting some to consider quitting.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
UK tech workers demand better AI training from employers
Data Protection

UK tech workers demand better AI training from employers

Only 58% of UK tech staff have formal AI training, leaving daily users exposed to errors, privacy risks and weak oversight.

By Mark Tarre • 6 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
QA shortlisted for two Apprenticeships Guide awards
Digital Transformation

QA shortlisted for two Apprenticeships Guide awards

The nomination comes as employers seek apprenticeships to fill digital skills gaps, with QA supporting around 12,000 learners last year.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
Older workers sceptical as AI trust divides Australia
Data Analytics

Older workers sceptical as AI trust divides Australia

Older staff are holding back AI adoption at work, with trust among 55 to 64-year-olds far below that of 18 to 24-year-olds in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
Hogan warns AI use could create 'zombie' workers
Digital Transformation

Hogan warns AI use could create 'zombie' workers

Heavy use of AI at work could erode staff judgement and critical thinking, Hogan Assessments says, as employers adopt the tools more widely.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026
eSentire awards bursary to MTU cybersecurity student
EduTech

eSentire awards bursary to MTU cybersecurity student

The award will fund and place Munster Technological University student Bartosz Lipinski in eSentire's Cork security operations centre amid a widening EU skills gap.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026
TCS launches AI job training with Cincinnati & Salesforce
EduTech

TCS launches AI job training with Cincinnati & Salesforce

Final-year students in Cincinnati will get paid AI training and a route into TCS roles through a three-month university-linked scheme.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026