Industry News
Australia lagging in race for AI skills
Although globally AI and ChatGPT dominate in terms of the skills being learned using the Udemy platform, in Australia they do not even crack the top five. [ + ]
Suncorp launches cloud training program for women
Suncorp has arranged to launch Amazon Web Services' CloudUp for Her Cloud Practitioner training program for its female employees across the organisation. [ + ]
Uni of Sydney moves to independent Java provider
The University of Sydney has nominated Azul as its only Java provider, in a move to realise efficiency, lower costs and eliminate uncertainty. [ + ]
Optus launches AI-enabled Call Effects
In its newest Living Network innovation, Optus has introduced new voice functions powered by AI for use during voice calls. [ + ]
Demand for AI literacy surges, but what skills do we need?
A new study from Microsoft shows that the pace of work is exceeding our ability to keep up, which subsequently limits innovation and inhibits strategic thinking. [ + ]
Take part in major STEM survey
A new major survey hopes to gather updated evidence on STEM career pathways and movement across the sector, aiming to inform policy. [ + ]
Juniper Networks and ServiceNow collaborate
Juniper Networks and ServiceNow have announced a partnership to deliver end-to-end automation for managed service providers and enterprises. [ + ]
Technology taking the arts to regional communities
Opera Queensland is taking the arts to regional Australia, delivering opera to classrooms across Queensland using interactive technology. [ + ]
CEOs say AI is the top disruptive technology
CEOs globally believe that artificial intelligence is the technology most likely to significantly impact their industry in the next three years. [ + ]
Qlik acquires Talend
Qlik has announced its acquisition of Talend, with the combined entity set to be led by CEO Mike Capone. [ + ]
Helia wins Appian Innovation Award
Lenders mortgage insurance provider Helia has been recognised by Appian for its work using the platform to disrupt the market. [ + ]
Monash researchers develop AI-powered wearable tech
Researchers from Monash University have developed an ultra-thin skin patch that uses advanced AI to monitor 11 human health signs. [ + ]
UPS trade-in program upgraded
Schneider Electric has revamped its Trade-UPS program offering selected partners the ability to trade in and recycle old UPS units. [ + ]
Gen Z contributing to emissions by hoarding accounts
Many Gen Z consumers are holding onto online accounts they no longer use and are unaware that this is contributing to climate change, research suggests. [ + ]