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Master of the trade tools: The case for becoming a power user

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Mastering work tools-from laptops to AI software-transforms productivity and satisfaction, giving insurance brokers a crucial edge in a digital-first world.
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AI benefits UK SMEs but generational divide slows full adoption

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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AI boosts productivity and well-being in UK SMEs, yet older workers' slower uptake reveals a generational divide hindering full workplace adoption.
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RICS launches AI & data academy with Multiverse for workforce upskilling

Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors partners with Multiverse to launch an AI and data training academy, enhancing workforce skills and productivity.
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Immersive unveils AI Lab Builder to boost cyber readiness skills

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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Immersive has launched AI-powered Lab Builder to help organisations tailor cybersecurity training with hands-on, scenario-based exercises and simulations.
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One in three UK youths lack confidence, raising IT skills alarm

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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One in three UK youths lacks confidence, risking future IT skill shortages and workforce readiness, warns Hark's Listen Up Report citing serious employment concerns.
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Neighbourly & Microsoft train UK charities in essential AI skills

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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Neighbourly, Microsoft and Onside have trained over 150 UK charity reps in AI skills to bridge the tech gap between charities and private firms.
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Smaller UK firms risk falling behind as AI skills gap widens

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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Research reveals smaller UK firms and sole traders risk falling behind in AI adoption, with only 37% confident in AI skills amid a widening gap.
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Digital literacy & leadership slow UK public sector upgrades

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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Digital literacy and weak leadership hinder UK public sector's digital upgrades despite investments in AI, big data, and cybersecurity, says Granicus research.
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Carnival Internet UK partners with charity to tackle digital exclusion

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Carnival Internet UK partners with Community TechAid to fight digital exclusion and reduce e-waste by refurbishing devices for those without internet access.
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UK unveils 10-year plan for digital skills & data-driven growth

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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The government unveils its Industrial Strategy focusing on digital skills, AI, data management, and sustainability to boost growth.
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Denodo University Challenge opens for global AI & data contest

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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education, learning & training
The Denodo University Challenge invites global students to develop AI solutions for real-world social and economic issues, with registration open until 16 November.
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UK's £2 billion AI plan spurs hope, but skills gap remains

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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The UK's GBP £2 billion AI plan ignites optimism for tech growth, but experts stress urgent need to close the widening AI skills gap across industries.
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UK Spending Review pledges GBP £86 billion for digital growth & NHS

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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The UK Spending Review pledges GBP £86 billion to boost digital growth, transform the NHS, and increase police funding to modernise public services nationwide.
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Cambridge Spark urges C-suite to boost AI knowledge for growth

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Cambridge Spark urges all C-suite executives to boost AI knowledge through training, warning that gaps could limit business growth and boardroom decisions.
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N-able launches free global UEM certification for IT staff

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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N-able has launched free global certification for its unified endpoint management solutions, helping IT staff boost skills, security and career prospects.
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Study reveals data anxiety remains high despite rising skills

Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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Despite rising data skills, 78% of UK professionals still face data anxiety, with 27% avoiding data tasks, reveals a global study of over 2,400 workers.
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DuploCloud launches AI DevOps Help Desk to boost automation

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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DuploCloud has unveiled the AI DevOps Help Desk, an AI-driven platform aiming to revolutionise DevOps automation and streamline cloud operations in real time.
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Siemens launches microcredential to bridge skills gap in engineering

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Siemens launches 'Expedite - Skills for Industry', an online microcredential to equip engineering students with practical skills and boost employability.
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Hacking Games & Immersive partner to train cyber talent

Fri, 30th May 2025
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The Hacking Games partners with Immersive's Cyber Million to train ethical hackers and tackle the global cybersecurity workforce gap amid rising cybercrime costs.
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Nottingham City Council launches AI academy to boost staff skills

Fri, 30th May 2025
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Nottingham City Council, backed by Capital One and Enterprise, launches AI Training Academy to upskill 40 staff in artificial intelligence over 13 months.