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FPT Software has partnered with Udacity to enhance its upskilling program and offer employees Udacity's fully sponsored Nanodegree training and mentoring program.

Organisations are becoming more comfortable with sophisticated 'cloud 2.0' technologies, even as they confront difficulties in hiring and retaining IT talent.

Pluralsight has teamed with Ingram Micro Cloud to build upon cloud competence and maturity internally, and externally support partners’ capabilities.

Brands across APAC including Google ANZ, MessageMedia, Meltwater, Seismic and Aircall, will give their employees a full workday to dedicate to upskilling.

AWS has announced that the Overseas Investment Office (OIO) has granted consent for the advancement of the new billion-dollar AWS Asia Pacific (Auckland) Region project.

"TrainerCentral offers all the necessary tools to build a website, set up a business, and create online courses, giving our trainers time to focus."

According to a new survey from Secure Code Warrior, only 29% of developers believe that writing vulnerability-free code should be prioritised.

One million more New Zealand workers will require digital skills training for their jobs in the next year, according to new research.

In time for International Women's Day, MYOB has launched their highly sought-after DevelopHer programme for the first time in New Zealand.

Degreed has announced the implementation of its Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DIB) program has seen a significant increase in women in leadership roles.

The Global Data Management Report by Experian found that 75% of businesses that improved data quality in 2021 also exceeded their business objectives. 

When systems fail, or hackers strike, incident responders represent an organisation’s first line of defence.

Whanganui city's economic development agency wants to see locals swiping right on a new matchmaking app set up to pair Whanganui businesses with skilled workers.

Digital skills could be a crucial factor in determining a salary boost, according to new RMIT Online research.

"Competency is the new currency, and by creating cultures of learning and development where every team member has access to tools, employees and businesses alike can achieve their full potential.”

Tech salaries are increasing 15-30% on average globally, while the ability to work from home is a non-negotiable for most.

Launched in 2015, the CFO Indicator Survey provides insights into the challenges, opportunities and priorities for CFOs worldwide.

Advantage has employed the services of Dr Bryce Antony in response to the increasing demand for cybersecurity mitigation strategies.

AI. will continue to play a vital role in classrooms around the world this year, according to predictions by EdTech provider Brainly. 

In what might just be a New Zealand first, budding esports stars can now study this booming industry as part of their university degrees.

Online learning is reducing the gender gap in STEM and digital skills in Australia, according to a new study by Coursera.

Specialist consulting firm Barhead has teamed up with Microsoft to meet the growing demand for consultants versed in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform

In the wake of declining international students and a shortage of locals taking up tech-related qualifications, Australia is facing an industry talent drought.