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CMMI launches AI maturity model for governance teams
Digital Transformation

CMMI launches AI maturity model for governance teams

Stricter EU rules are pushing firms to prove AI is governed properly, as the new CMMI AIM framework adds assessments and certification.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
OpenAI imposes passkey rule for high-risk ChatGPT users
Data Protection

OpenAI imposes passkey rule for high-risk ChatGPT users

Access to ChatGPT and GPT-5.6 is being tightened for some accounts as OpenAI moves to hardware-backed passkeys amid rising phishing risk.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
Businesses urged to rethink young workers entry paths
Manufacturing

Businesses urged to rethink young workers entry paths

Employers risk worsening shortages in cybersecurity and frontline roles unless they open new entry routes and training for young workers.

By Mark Tarre • 7 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
LearnUpon launches agentic AI platform for training
Software-as-a-Service

LearnUpon launches agentic AI platform for training

Corporate training teams could cut admin time as the Dublin software provider adds AI agents and external tools to its learning platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
Leaders urge AI-ready youth skills for future jobs
Gaming

Leaders urge AI-ready youth skills for future jobs

Young jobseekers may struggle without AI literacy and broader soft skills as employers seek staff who can manage digital tools responsibly.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
CyberPath study says barriers block cyber job entry
Risk & Compliance

CyberPath study says barriers block cyber job entry

Australians seeking cyber security jobs face costly certification hurdles and vague entry rules, leaving employers short of qualified applicants.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2026

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Workforce development stories

Western Sydney University rolls out Copilot to all staff
Digital Transformation

Western Sydney University rolls out Copilot to all staff

The move gives staff and research students access to AI tools aimed at saving time on admin and preparing graduates for a changing labour market.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
BlackGirlsHack swaps SquadCon for support-focused edition
Cybersecurity

BlackGirlsHack swaps SquadCon for support-focused edition

Cybersecurity jobseekers will get scholarships, free training and recruiter access as BlackGirlsHack redirects conference funds to direct support.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
CIMA urges tax & skills reset to back business growth
Human Capital Management

CIMA urges tax & skills reset to back business growth

Businesses want clearer tax rules and broader training support as CIMA warns weak productivity could hold back UK growth.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jul 2026
TrustedTech report warns of 'AI Skills Underclass' gap
Digital Transformation

TrustedTech report warns of 'AI Skills Underclass' gap

Nearly half of U.S. workers lack AI training, widening a skills gap that leaves the most exposed employees to fend for themselves.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jul 2026
Small firms need AI training, not just access, says Hoang
Data Protection

Small firms need AI training, not just access, says Hoang

Small firms risk being left behind in the AI rush unless policymakers back training, data protection and fairer rules, Hoang told Congress.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Australian workers lead global AI use in job hunts
Digital Transformation

Australian workers lead global AI use in job hunts

Workers in Australia are more worried than global peers about automation, even as 57% use AI tools to hunt for jobs or prepare for interviews.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Industry welcomes Australia's new National Office of AI
Data Protection

Industry welcomes Australia's new National Office of AI

New oversight is set to shape AI rules, but businesses say success will hinge on practical guidance, skills and sustained investment.

By Mark Tarre • 6 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
Alberta commits CAD $50 million to Amii over five years
Digital Transformation

Alberta commits CAD $50 million to Amii over five years

The five-year funding is aimed at turning Alberta's AI research into faster public services, stronger health care and local commercial gains.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2026
Equiti opens Bangalore technology hub for global growth
Digital Transformation

Equiti opens Bangalore technology hub for global growth

The new Bangalore base will bolster hiring and product development as the fintech group expands engineering, AI and cybersecurity work globally.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jul 2026
Avnet backs Mesa robotics team through AZ FIRST season
Software Development

Avnet backs Mesa robotics team through AZ FIRST season

The sponsorship will give the New York-based team cash, mentoring and tools as school robotics programmes increasingly rely on corporate backing.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Sat, 11th Jul 2026
Only one in four UK workers feel job is safe from cut
Human Capital Management

Only one in four UK workers feel job is safe from cut

Uncertainty over AI and changing job design is leaving most UK staff unconvinced their roles are protected, a survey suggests.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jul 2026
Australia urged to back national semiconductor roadmap
Semiconductors

Australia urged to back national semiconductor roadmap

A lack of national coordination risks leaving Australia behind as other countries pour funds into chips vital to defence, AI and industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jul 2026