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University of Bath upskills 50 staff in AI & leadership training
EduTech

University of Bath upskills 50 staff in AI & leadership training

The University of Bath partners with Multiverse to upskill 50 staff in AI, data, and leadership, boosting efficiency and enhancing student services.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
Ayrshire College secures cyber upgrade to enhance student skills
EduTech

Ayrshire College secures cyber upgrade to enhance student skills

Ayrshire College partners with Acumen Cyber and HEFESTIS to enhance cyber defences and offer students hands-on security experience in a live environment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025

Global Stories

Higher education stories

Apollo3D unveils guided virtual tours with analytics
EduTech

Apollo3D unveils guided virtual tours with analytics

Yorkshire's Apollo3D launches Infinity Virtual Tours, turning Matterport scans into guided, data-rich journeys for retail, venues and estates teams.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Dec 2025
academyEX names Glenn Elith as Group Chief Executive
EduTech

academyEX names Glenn Elith as Group Chief Executive

academyEX appoints Glenn Elith as its first Group Chief Executive to drive trans-Tasman growth in AI-focused tertiary education.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Dec 2025
Autodesk expands free access to pro software for 150m global learners
EduTech

Autodesk expands free access to pro software for 150m global learners

Autodesk now offers free professional software to over 150 million students worldwide, boosting skills in design, engineering, and AI to tackle talent shortages.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
AI detection is about transparency, not perfection
EduTech

AI detection is about transparency, not perfection

AI detection in classrooms aims for transparency, helping educators guide use and maintain fairness, rather than seeking 100% accuracy or outright bans.

By Annie Chechitelli • 6 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Beyond Bloom: Why transformation, not creation, represents the peak of learning in the AI era
EduTech

Beyond Bloom: Why transformation, not creation, represents the peak of learning in the AI era

In the AI era, learning's peak shifts from creation to transformation, emphasising deeper understanding and meaningful impact beyond mere production.

By Lisa Clark EdD • 3 min read • Sat, 15th Nov 2025
Fix Your Content Day urges universities to boost accessibility
EduTech

Fix Your Content Day urges universities to boost accessibility

Anthology's Fix Your Content Day challenges universities worldwide to improve digital course accessibility in preparation for new US regulations on inclusive education.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate
EduTech

DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate

DDoS attacks have surged to record peaks of 3.7 Tbps, driven by automation and shifting geopolitical sources, targeting sectors like higher education globally.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Oct 2025
Siemens wins ABET nod for digital industry microcredential pilot
EduTech

Siemens wins ABET nod for digital industry microcredential pilot

Siemens' Expedite - Skills for Industry microcredential has earned ABET recognition, setting a new standard in digital industry workforce development.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Higher education stories

IIM Sirmaur launches AI-focused MBA with INR ₹8,00,000 fee
EduTech

IIM Sirmaur launches AI-focused MBA with INR ₹8,00,000 fee

IIM Sirmaur has launched India's first AI-focused MBA for working professionals with fees set at INR ₹8,00,000 for a two-year programme starting in 2026.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Elvee launches AI to help colleges cut student dropout rates
EduTech

Elvee launches AI to help colleges cut student dropout rates

Elvee launches AI platform to help universities cut student dropout rates by identifying at-risk students early and recommending tailored support.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
How the University of Miami is halving VR development time - No coding required
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How the University of Miami is halving VR development time - No coding required

The University of Miami slashes virtual reality development time by over half using a no-code toolkit that simplifies creating immersive learning simulations.

By Ruby McNamara • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Murdoch & DXC launch AI internship to boost tech skills in WA
EduTech

Murdoch & DXC launch AI internship to boost tech skills in WA

Murdoch University and DXC Technology launch AI internship for WA undergraduates to gain practical skills and enhance job readiness in key local industries.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Willow named finalist for Microsoft education award for AI use
EduTech

Willow named finalist for Microsoft education award for AI use

Willow is a finalist for the 2025 Microsoft Education Partner of the Year Award, recognised for using AI to optimise campus operations and sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Chiang Mai University joins IBM to boost AI, quantum research in ASEAN
EduTech

Chiang Mai University joins IBM to boost AI, quantum research in ASEAN

Chiang Mai University joins IBM and National University of Singapore to boost AI and quantum research, tackling regional challenges across ASEAN.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
Jio launches free AI course to broaden AI literacy in India
EduTech

Jio launches free AI course to broaden AI literacy in India

Jio has launched a free four-week AI course, powered by JioPC and Jio Institute, to boost AI literacy among beginners across India.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025