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Explore Learning unveils Compass 2.0 to transform education

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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Explore Learning launches Compass 2.0, a predictive learning platform offering personalised, real-time insights to support UK pupils, including those with SEND.
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Remo Gettini appointed Chief Technology Officer at Twinkl

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Twinkl appoints Remo Gettini as Chief Technology Officer to lead digital growth, enhancing educational tools for its 6 million global users.
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Turnitin launches Clarity to boost academic integrity with AI

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Turnitin launches Clarity to enhance academic integrity and guide responsible AI use in education with a new integrated writing and feedback platform.
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Empowering educators in an AI world

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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Over 60% of UK educators use AI to personalise learning and streamline tasks, with universities supporting them to lead creatively in the AI-driven future.
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Canva unveils deep ChatGPT integration for seamless AI design

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Canva has integrated OpenAI's ChatGPT, enabling users to streamline design workflows with AI-powered context-aware tools directly within its platform.
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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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TrilbyTV expands digital signage with new resources for schools

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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TrilbyTV has added four new content items to its digital signage platform, helping UK schools keep screen content current and curriculum-focused.
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IXL Learning acquires MyTutor to boost UK online tutoring

Fri, 30th May 2025
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IXL Learning has acquired UK-based MyTutor to expand online tutoring, reaching over 200,000 families amid rising demand for personalised education support.
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Google boosts education with Gemini 2.5 & LearnLM updates

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Google integrates LearnLM model into Gemini 2.5, enhancing learning with AI-powered explanations and multimodal content for global users.
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AI startups lead in Viva Technology list of Europe's top 100

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Viva Technology ranks Top 100 Rising European Startups for 2025, spotlighting 15 AI firms among emerging innovators across 22 sectors and 13 countries.
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SigIQ.ai secures USD $9.5m to transform AI tutoring

Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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SigIQ.ai has launched from stealth mode, raising USD $9.5 million to enhance its AI tutoring tech, aiming to reshape education accessibility globally.
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VivaTech 2025: Paris event set to showcase tech innovation

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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VivaTech 2025 will take place in Paris from 11 to 14 June, bringing together over 14,000 startups and global leaders to explore the latest in technology.
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FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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An analysis of FTSE 100 annual reports shows a stark contrast in priorities, with 69% focusing on technology but only 7% investing in workforce skills.
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DoodleMaths app enhanced for tailored learning in the UK

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Discovery Education has unveiled significant enhancements to its DoodleMaths app, promoting personalised maths practice for UK students from EYFS to KS3.
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IWD 2025: The AI-Ready generation: Transforming learning, teaching & future careers

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As AI transforms industries, educators urge for enhanced STEM learning to bridge the skills gap and empower the AI-ready generation for future careers.
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D2L awarded top honours by G2 & Tech & Learning

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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D2L has been honoured with top accolades from G2 and Tech & Learning for its innovative educational technology, including the award-winning AI tool, D2L Lumi.
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Students meet Valkyries at NSSLGlobal in inspirational event

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Students from Royal Alexandra & Albert School were inspired by The Valkyries, the all-female Royal Navy team, during a visit to NSSLGlobal in Redhill.
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Nicola Allen appointed Managing Director at Educake

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Educake has appointed Nicola Allen as Managing Director, aiming to enhance the use of its online assessment technology across UK schools amid rising teacher workload concerns.
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UK must enhance IT skills to rival Europe's salary levels

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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The UK's IT sector must enhance skills and salaries to compete with Europe, as a new report reveals stark discrepancies in earnings and competencies.
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D2L launches Creator+ with H5P for educators' toolkit

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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D2L has launched Creator+, featuring H5P integration, offering tools for personalised learning and advanced analytics for educators.