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NBN raises $1.2 billion to boost sustainable & digital inclusion

Fri, 30th May 2025
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NBN Co has raised EUR 700m via its first Sustainability Bond to fund energy-efficient fibre and Fixed Wireless projects, enhancing digital inclusion in Australia.
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Hacking Games & Immersive partner to train cyber talent

Fri, 30th May 2025
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The Hacking Games partners with Immersive's Cyber Million to train ethical hackers and tackle the global cybersecurity workforce gap amid rising cybercrime costs.
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Siemens gains ABET recognition for circular economy credential

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Siemens Digital Industries Software's 'Design for the Circular Economy' microcredential gains ABET recognition, marking a first for industry credentials under new standards.
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Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles boosts GDP

Tue, 27th May 2025
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Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles could add AUD $6.5 billion annually to Australia's economy, says Humans of Purpose blueprint.
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Immersive unveils new OT cybersecurity training for industry teams

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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Immersive has launched a new SaaS cybersecurity training suite to help industrial teams tackle rising threats in operational technology environments.
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Skillsoft names Raianne Reiss as new Chief Marketing Officer

Wed, 14th May 2025
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Skillsoft appoints Raianne Reiss as Chief Marketing Officer to lead global marketing, aiming to enhance brand and drive growth amid digital transformation.
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Genetec & Western Sydney University launch five-year internship

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Genetec partners with Western Sydney University to launch a five-year internship scheme offering semester-long placements to tech students starting March 2025.
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UiPath launches free AI automation training for public sector

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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UiPath launches free training to equip public sector workers with agentic automation and AI skills amid evolving government workforce needs.
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AttackIQ launches Academy Enterprise for cybersecurity training

Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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AttackIQ has launched Academy Enterprise, offering security leaders interactive dashboards to track and evaluate team cybersecurity training progress globally.
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Call for Australia to prioritise digital skills reform

Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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The Australian Computer Society is calling on the federal government to focus on digital skills reform and research commercialisation to boost the economy.
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Fujitsu & Macquarie launch AutoML course to boost AI skills

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Fujitsu and Macquarie University have teamed up to launch a four-week online AutoML course, addressing the rising demand for 1.3 million tech workers in Australia.
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Databricks partners with NSW to expand AI skills programme

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Databricks has partnered with the New South Wales Government to enhance its AI and data academy, aiming to upskill over 100 staff members in the next year.
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IBM & Specialisterne partner to boost neurodiverse skills

Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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IBM and Specialisterne have announced an expansion of their partnership, enhancing digital skills for over 200 neurodivergent job seekers by 2025.
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Australian firms shift to skills-based workforce strategy

Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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A new report reveals a pivotal shift in Australian firms towards skills-based workforce management, with 93% of leaders open to hiring based on skills profiles.
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Huawei calls for collaboration to avoid digital divide

Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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During the Huawei ICT Sustainability Roundtable at MWC Barcelona 2025, the company's Rotating Chairman urged for collaborative effort to avoid a new digital divide.
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ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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ISACA has launched the Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst credential to meet the rising demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals with hands-on experience.
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EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.
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Year13 launches AI Career Coach in partnership with Microsoft

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Australian platform Year13 has introduced 'Career Coach', an AI initiative to assist school leavers in finding career pathways and upskilling opportunities.
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ACS & DTA partner to enhance digital skills in public sector

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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The Australian Computer Society and the Digital Transformation Agency have signed a MoU to enhance digital skills in the public sector, boosting service delivery.
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FSO reveals top 10 insights shaping Australia's 2024 skills

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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The Future Skills Organisation's 2024 report reveals major shifts in Australia's finance, tech, and business sectors, stressing skills over qualifications.