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TalentLMS warns AI is widening workplace learning debt
Digital Transformation

TalentLMS warns AI is widening workplace learning debt

AI is helping employees mask skills gaps, but TalentLMS says the hidden backlog is driving more mistakes and weaker performance.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2026
ONLC launches two-day Microsoft Express training courses
Data Analytics

ONLC launches two-day Microsoft Express training courses

Working professionals can now prepare for Microsoft certification in half the usual classroom time, with online labs and self-paced follow-up.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
Blue J launches academic access programme for tax research
Digital Transformation

Blue J launches academic access programme for tax research

Eligible tax students and faculty in the US, Canada and the UK can now use Blue J's AI platform free, as firms demand stronger digital skills.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jul 2026
Mentorloop adopts RexCommand to curb shadow AI use
Software-as-a-Service

Mentorloop adopts RexCommand to curb shadow AI use

The 16-person software firm says the move will cut shadow AI risks and save about USD $150,000 a year in governance costs.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Jul 2026

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Canadian workers say employers favour tech over careers
Digital Transformation

Canadian workers say employers favour tech over careers

Many Canadian staff fear AI spending is outpacing training, with 51% saying employers favour new tools over career development.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2026
Bass, Berry & Sims launches Summer AI Lab for associates
Generative AI

Bass, Berry & Sims launches Summer AI Lab for associates

A firmwide AI trial has produced tools to streamline repeat deal work, as 43 summer associates built prototypes with Vanderbilt University.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2026
Altura Learning launches digital aged care platform
Digital Transformation

Altura Learning launches digital aged care platform

Aged care providers can now buy and deploy compliance training faster as stricter standards force the sector to modernise workforce learning.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2026
UK cyber bill risks failing without skills overhaul
Security Operations Centres

UK cyber bill risks failing without skills overhaul

Broader duties in the UK's proposed cyber law could divert scarce staff from frontline defence, worsening already acute skills gaps.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2026
AccountsIQ warns UK finance leaders on AI governance
Data Protection

AccountsIQ warns UK finance leaders on AI governance

Unchecked AI could distort finance decisions and damage trust, as UK firms rush adoption without enough governance, oversight or training.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2026
OpenAI launches ChatGPT programme for small businesses
Data Analytics

OpenAI launches ChatGPT programme for small businesses

Small firms will get training, app integrations and guides as OpenAI courts a lucrative market of lean teams seeking to automate routine tasks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2026
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
Scrum.org adds self-paced course on estimation & planning
Data Analytics

Scrum.org adds self-paced course on estimation & planning

The new course aims to help Scrum teams make more realistic forecasts and manage delivery risk as changing requirements disrupt plans.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
Singapore launch urges reading to tackle AI misinformation
Risk & Compliance

Singapore launch urges reading to tackle AI misinformation

Only four in 10 Singapore professionals say they can spot AI misinformation, prompting a year-long reading drive for better judgement.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Mon, 20th Jul 2026
Citrin Cooperman adopts Caseware AI suite for audits
Digital Transformation

Citrin Cooperman adopts Caseware AI suite for audits

The move is designed to improve audit consistency, speed staff training and help the firm scale more effectively across engagements.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Sat, 18th Jul 2026
Wagepoint launches WagePro+ for Canadian accountants
Software-as-a-Service

Wagepoint launches WagePro+ for Canadian accountants

Growing compliance costs are pushing Canadian firms to treat payroll as a recurring revenue stream, as Wagepoint adds partner support.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Sat, 18th Jul 2026
Westcon-Comstor earns New Zealand Great Place To Work
Hybrid Cloud

Westcon-Comstor earns New Zealand Great Place To Work

The certification comes as New Zealand tech employers battle skills shortages, with staff praising support, inclusion and career development.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 17th 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