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Skills shortage (Skills gap) stories - Page 2

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Study shows artists & designers embrace AI despite fears
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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Eight in ten artists worry AI will take their jobs, yet many are embracing its benefits, recognising it as essential for future generations, research finds.
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AI will significantly impact supply chains, industry debate finds
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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Over 150 supply chain leaders from Sainsbury's, Nestle, and more attended SCALA's annual debate on AI's impact. Polling showed shop floor roles most affected.
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SoftServe study shows global gap in generative AI success
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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While 22% of firms globally effectively utilise Gen AI, a SoftServe study highlights prevailing data and skill gaps, reflecting similar trends in Singapore.
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Fortinet report highlights global cybersecurity skills shortage
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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Fortinet's 2024 Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report reveals nearly 90% of organisations faced breaches linked to skill shortages, urging a strategic focus on training and diversity in hiring.
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Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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AI-generated misinformation is sparking regulatory calls in the UK, as satirical deepfakes and digital policy gaps threaten democracy and tech leadership.
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Kaspersky launches new course on Windows digital forensics
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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Kaspersky introduces a Windows digital forensics course to empower InfoSec professionals with essential skills in detecting and analysing digital evidence.
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Addressing the IT skills gap in the UK
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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The UK’s IT skills gap is stifling business growth and innovation. With 531,200 vacancy shortages, businesses must act swiftly to bridge this critical divide.
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NZ Government urged to lead in tackling cyber challenges
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Splunk’s VP is urging the New Zealand Government to establish consistent standards and centralised investment to avoid evolving cyber threats.
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MiR partners with Sonic Automation to boost Thai industry
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Mobile Industrial Robots partners with Sonic Automation in Thailand to address workforce shortages with AI-powered autonomous mobile robots, aiming to boost productivity.
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97% of cyber security teams using AI tools, says report
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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A new Check Point Software report reveals over 97% of security teams are using AI tools, enhancing response rates and reducing data loss amid a critical skills gap.
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How Australian CFOs can master the modern finance balancing act
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Make FY2025 the year you free yourself and your team up to work on what really matters.
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Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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A new ISACA report reveals organisations worldwide recognise the rising importance of digital trust but substantially underfund initiatives.
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UK science superpower aspirations hindered by short-termism
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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A new report from the Council on Geostrategy criticises the UK's short-termism, hindering its science and tech ambitions, as a snap election looms.
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MSP survey: cybersecurity skills shortage & technology updates lead challenges
Thu, 30th May 2024
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Sophos' MSP Perspectives 2024 survey reveals that keeping up with the latest cybersecurity technologies is the top challenge for MSPs, according to 39% of respondents.
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Exclusive: How SonicWall is staying ahead of cyber threats
Fri, 24th May 2024
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SonicWall's VP of Sales, Debasish Mukherjee, elucidates on the firm's strategic approach to proactively counter rising cyber threats with comprehensive, AI-driven solutions.
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Kaspersky study highlights gaps in educators' cybersecurity skills
Wed, 15th May 2024
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A Kaspersky study reveals significant gaps in cybersecurity skills among APAC educators, stressing the need for better training and awareness initiatives.
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UK workforce unready for change says Cornerstone OnDemand study
Tue, 14th May 2024
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A new study by Cornerstone OnDemand reveals 63% of UK executives consider their workforce unprepared for change, underscoring a critical skills gap.
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Australians favour IT & language skills, Udemy report reveals
Thu, 9th May 2024
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Australians are increasingly turning to online learning platforms such as Udemy to upskill, with a surge in IT certification courses and language learning, according to the Q1 2024 Global Workplace Learning Index.
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Sparta Global wins Kings Award for enterprise social mobility efforts
Thu, 9th May 2024
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Sparta Global, a London tech firm championing social mobility, has been honoured with the Kings Award for Enterprise, recognised amongst eight companies for its impactful social mobility programme.
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FDM Group & Cisco team up to bridge digital skills gap
Mon, 6th May 2024
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FDM Group collaborates with Cisco Networking Academy in a bid to bridge the digital skills gap through specialist programmes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital evolution.