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Exclusive: Adobe’s Scott King reveals how AI is driving speed and personalisation

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Marketers are harnessing AI and workflow tools to rapidly deliver personalised content, boosting agility amid soaring demand for faster, tailored campaigns.
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Monash unveils Australia’s first AI supercomputer for research

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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Monash University is set to launch MAVERIC, Australia’s first AI supercomputer for research, advancing AI innovation with NVIDIA, Dell, and CDC Data Centres.
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Anchora marks Asia-Pacific growth with La Trobe University win

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Anchora celebrates its fourth anniversary with a major win at La Trobe University, boosting its digital transformation footprint across the Asia-Pacific region.
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A-level STEM surge boosts hopes for UK’s net-zero & digital goals

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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UK A-level results show a surge in STEM subjects, boosting hopes for skilled workers to meet net-zero and digital economy goals by 2050.
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Charles Darwin University unveils high-tech education and community hub

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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Charles Darwin University has launched a high-tech Education and Community Precinct in Darwin, featuring advanced AV systems to boost learning and collaboration.
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Xantaro joins Jisc framework to boost UK education networks

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Xantaro joins Jisc Network Solutions Framework, enhancing UK education and research institutions' access to next-generation digital infrastructure solutions.
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AWS unveils new AI tools, education data deals & USD $100m boost

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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AWS announces new AI tools, a USD $100m boost, and education data deals, including Macquarie University's shift to AWS cloud for 40,000 students.
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ChatGPT launches study mode to boost learning through guidance

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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ChatGPT has introduced study mode, guiding learners through material with questions and feedback to boost understanding, not just provide answers.
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Datadog appoints Roz Gregory as Regional Vice President in ANZ

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Datadog has named Roz Gregory as Regional Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost enterprise growth and customer support.
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Curtin & Cisco expand Innovation Central partnership to Singapore

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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Curtin University and Cisco extend Innovation Central partnership to Singapore, boosting regional collaboration in AI, cybersecurity and digital health innovation.
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Rokt & UNSW offer AUD $250,000 boost to support tech students

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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Rokt has donated AUD $250,000 to UNSW Sydney to fund scholarships for tech students from disadvantaged backgrounds, with UNSW matching the gift.
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University of Melbourne saves on IT costs with Rimini support deal

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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The University of Melbourne cuts IT costs and avoids forced upgrades by adopting Rimini Street support for its customised Oracle ERP systems, boosting digital services.
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UK students fear AI redundancy as entry roles shrink by 30%

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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A survey finds 80% of UK students fear AI could cause job losses, amid a 30% drop in entry-level roles and rising student debt averaging GBP £53,000.
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ICS.AI secures £6.3m contract & reports 127% revenue rise

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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ICS.AI wins £6.3m contract with Cheshire East Council and reports 127% revenue growth, boosting plans to expand UK public sector AI services.
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Kramer AV upgrade boosts flexible learning at John Abbott College

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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John Abbott College in Quebec has upgraded classrooms with Kramer AV over IP tech, enhancing flexible teaching amid rising student numbers and space limits.
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Datadog launches Sydney AWS region to boost local compliance

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Datadog launches full platform on AWS Sydney Region, enabling Australian firms to meet strict local data privacy and compliance rules in cloud usage.
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Australian universities adopt free CPP software to support students

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Nine Australian universities have adopted free software by TechnologyOne to manage the federal AUD $331.65 weekly payment supporting students in unpaid placements.
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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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Dr John Flackett awarded honorary doctorate for AI impact

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Dr John Flackett received an honorary Doctor of Science from Southampton Solent University for three decades of pioneering work in artificial intelligence education and research.
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Gen Z fears AI threats to jobs as UK entry-level roles decline

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Nearly a third of UK entry-level jobs have vanished since 2022, as 80% of Gen Z fear AI may endanger their future career prospects.