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AI data centre surge tests labour, energy & grids

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AI data centres are set to strain power grids, labour and emissions targets, forcing the UK and Australia to rethink energy and skills plans.
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Women & rising stars honoured at 2025 TechWorks Awards gala

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Women leaders and emerging engineers headlined the 2025 TechWorks Awards in London, as UK deep tech celebrated talent and diversity.
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Solera Foundation marks year of boosting women’s leadership in insurance

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The Solera Foundation celebrates a year of advancing women’s leadership in insurance, expanding its global network across Latin America and Asia-Pacific.
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Amazon & university host event to boost girls in STEM careers

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Amazon, Western Sydney University and Camden Council launch Girls' Tech Day to inspire up to 900 girls in STEM careers across Western Sydney.
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Inspira appoints Swetha Srivastava to lead global AI practice

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Inspira appoints Swetha Srivastava as head of its global Data Analytics and AI practice, boosting leadership and diversity ambitions in technology.
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Australia’s gender pay gap narrows but major disparities remain

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Australia's gender pay gap narrows to 21.1%, yet women earn AUD $0.789 for every dollar men make, with disparities persisting across sectors and leadership roles.
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Logicalis achieves carbon neutrality & boosts female leadership ranks

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Logicalis has reached carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions and increased female senior leadership to 34%, advancing its global sustainability and diversity goals.
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Eleanor Lightbody wins Tech Businesswoman of the Year award

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Eleanor Lightbody, CEO of Luminance, wins Tech Businesswoman of the Year for leading global growth and raising USD $115m in funding.
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How women can continue to foster fulfilling high-tech careers in the AI age

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Women comprise just 20% of Australia's tech workforce, yet specialising and lifelong learning can help them thrive in the evolving AI-driven IT sector.
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A third of UK tech scale-ups lack women on boards, study finds

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Over a third of UK tech scale-ups lack women on their boards, with female representation at just 18%, lagging behind larger firms' 41%.
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Supply Nation’s festive catalogue highlights women-led Indigenous firms

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Supply Nation’s 2025 Festive Season Catalogue spotlights women-led Indigenous businesses offering unique gifts across food, fashion, art and wellness in Australia.
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La Fosse launches UNBOUND to boost women’s tech progression

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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La Fosse has launched UNBOUND, a UK mentorship programme supporting women in tech with senior sponsorship and peer networks to boost career progression.
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Belgium named best country for women to work & live in 2025

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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Belgium tops the 2025 ranking as the best country for women to work and live, with low wage gaps and generous maternity leave boosting their well-being.
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QCase digital platform wins top public sector honour in Queensland

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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The QCase digital platform has won the Public Sector Excellence Award in Queensland, revolutionising court processes and championing women-led innovation.
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Ecommpay shortlisted for three Women in Tech Employer Awards

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Ecommpay is a finalist in three categories at the 2025 Women in Tech Employer Awards, celebrating its commitment to inclusivity and diversity in tech.
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Canadian women in cybersecurity making waves coast to coast

Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
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Canadian women are driving innovation and leadership in cybersecurity, reshaping the industry's future with expertise and determination.
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Celebrating diversity & tackling insider threats in cybersecurity

Mon, 1st Sep 2025
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This September, the cybersecurity sector highlights tackling insider threats and advancing women’s roles to build a more resilient, diverse future.
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Industry leaders mark International Women in Cyber Day with optimism

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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Industry leaders mark International Women in Cyber Day with optimism, urging greater diversity and celebrating women's growing impact in cybersecurity roles worldwide.
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Female cyber leaders call for visibility & inclusion at all levels

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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As International Women in Cyber Day nears, female leaders urge greater visibility and inclusion to close the gender gap and boost diversity in cybersecurity.
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Avalara wins TrustRadius Tech Cares Award for CSR & diversity

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Avalara has won the 2025 Tech Cares Award from TrustRadius for its strong commitment to CSR, diversity, sustainability and employee volunteerism.