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Degreed launches AI-driven learning tools and programmes to tackle the “human readiness gap” holding back companies' AI investments.

Cybersecurity is missing vital human insight; drawing in women and non‑STEM talent could close both the threat and perspective gaps.

Irish firms say skills shortages, not tech, are throttling AI rollout, forcing sweeping job redesign and major investment in training.

DXC opens a central London Customer Experience Centre to co-create AI and automation solutions with clients and expand its UK presence.

Adobe and ministers launch a Barnsley Tech Towns pilot to boost AI and digital skills, and trial AI across local public services.

Anthropic will build a Claude-powered AI assistant for GOV.UK, piloting personalised support for job seekers and people returning to work.

Cognizant aims to upskill two million people globally by 2030 through its Synapse initiative, doubling its goal amid rising AI job disruptions.

SMACT Works doubles its US workforce in 2025 as it advances AI, cloud and data capabilities to enhance Oracle consulting and client outcomes.

Two-thirds of UK firms report AI boosts in productivity, yet only 45% offer workforce training, highlighting a skills gap despite notable gains, IBM finds.

UK firms are boosting AI spending with CTOs and CDOs leading strategy, expecting returns within two years despite workforce and legacy system challenges.

The UK & Ireland SAP User Group has launched its S/4HANA Academy to address the pressing skills shortage in SAP consulting, supporting businesses' transitions.

Survey reveals 80% of UK public sector leaders plan to accelerate digital adoption, viewing it as a priority over the next five years to boost employee engagement and citizen interaction.

Over half of New Zealand's SMEs have returned to office-based work amid cost concerns, while globally, businesses turn to flexible hours and upskilling.

By 2026, over 53% of UK companies plan to secure most key items from regional suppliers, boosting domestic production and reducing global disruption risks.

A ServiceNow study reveals a substantial digital skills gap in the UK, with education not preparing the majority for an AI era.

UK firms face hurdles in digital transformation due to lack of skilled IT professionals, warns Code Institute.

The rise of AI could boost the UK economy by £400bn by 2030, according to a report by Google, despite job losses.

Alteryx expands its partner ecosystem and strengthens its relationship with Snowflake to meet the increasing demand for automated analytics.

The Air Conditioning and Mechanical Contractors' Association of Australia is the first organisation outside of North America to join the programme.

The AWS Europe (Spain) Region is expected to open late 2022 or 2023 and will consist of three Availability Zones at launch.