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Liner launches Figure Generator for academic research

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Liner adds Figure Generator to Scholar platform as Chief Executive Officer Luke Kim says researchers can now turn evidence into visuals in one workflow.
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Turnitin sees shift from AI detection to classroom use

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Turnitin report finds educators are pushing for assignment-specific AI rules as schools shift from detection to classroom integration and disclosure.
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Adobe launches Acrobat Student Spaces for study support

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Adobe adds free AI study hub in Acrobat with quizzes, audio revision and group tools as it targets students for exam and career prep.
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Apple sets hybrid WWDC dates with AI updates expected

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Apple will stage WWDC from 8-12 June with a hybrid format, promising major AI-focused software updates across its device ecosystem.
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Adobe adds conversational AI tools to Photoshop, Firefly

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Adobe is baking chat-style AI assistants into Photoshop and Firefly, letting users edit and generate images simply by describing changes.
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Exclusive: Edifier outlines next phase of global audio strategy

Tue, 10th Feb 2026
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Edifier charts next phase of global audio push, targeting hybrid workers with HDMI eARC speakers, studio monitors and planar earbuds.
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Adobe backs UK Tech Towns AI skills drive in Barnsley

Wed, 4th Feb 2026
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Adobe and ministers launch a Barnsley Tech Towns pilot to boost AI and digital skills, and trial AI across local public services.
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Adobe adds AI tools to Acrobat for slides & podcasts

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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Adobe folds new generative AI into Acrobat Studio, auto-making slide decks, chat-edited PDFs and podcast-style summaries from documents.
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HP debuts slimmer AI laptops & creator all-in-ones

Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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HP has revealed a slimmer AI‑centric OmniBook Ultra 14 and OmniStudio X 27 creator desktop as it overhauls PCs for hybrid, creative work.
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Student Energy Group hits UK Fast Growth Index top five

Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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Student Energy Group has been named fifth in the Midlands in the 2025 UK Fast Growth Index, spotlighting its rapid student energy expansion.
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Autodesk expands free access to pro software for 150m global learners

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Autodesk now offers free professional software to over 150 million students worldwide, boosting skills in design, engineering, and AI to tackle talent shortages.
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Students face hours-long Clearing waits as tech gap widens

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Thousands of UK students faced hours-long waits on Clearing phone lines after A-level results, as tech gaps worsened access to university places.
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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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Carnival Internet UK partners with charity to tackle digital exclusion

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Carnival Internet UK partners with Community TechAid to fight digital exclusion and reduce e-waste by refurbishing devices for those without internet access.
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Denodo University Challenge opens for global AI & data contest

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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The Denodo University Challenge invites global students to develop AI solutions for real-world social and economic issues, with registration open until 16 November.
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Hexagon & Red Bull team up for global skills challenge

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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Hexagon has launched the Future Skills Challenge alongside Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing, aiming to bridge esports and real-world engineering skills for gamers and professionals.
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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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Turnitin Clarity to empower educators with AI insights

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Turnitin has unveiled Turnitin Clarity, a new tool aimed at promoting transparency in academic integrity and responsible AI use in education, launching in late 2025.
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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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Wall Street English unveils AI chatbot for student support

Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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Wall Street English has unveiled an AI-powered chatbot offering round-the-clock support to enhance the global learning experience for its students.