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Microsoft’s latest education push folds generative AI into the everyday toolkit of U.S. college students by making Microsoft 365 Personal with Copilot available free for eligible students—an aggressive expansion of earlier trial offers that places Copilot, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook...

Future Skills Organisation (FSO) and Microsoft have announced a strategic partnership to launch the FSO Skills Accelerator–AI, a sector-wide initiative that aims to embed job‑ready AI capability across Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) system — targeting learners and reportedly...

Microsoft's vision of artificial intelligence as a fundamental layer across business, education, and everyday life is no longer aspirational—it's rapidly becoming reality. The recent interview with Daniela Todorova, Director Learning, and Lara Bems, Skilling Program Manager at Microsoft Germany...

Artificial intelligence, especially large language models like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, is accelerating a profound shift in the modern workplace—reshaping not just how we do our jobs but, in some cases, what “jobs” even mean. Microsoft’s newly publicized AI job impact list, analyzed using...

The accelerating integration of generative AI into the modern workplace has become one of the defining transformations of our time, with the latest research from Microsoft providing an unprecedented window into just how deeply—and unevenly—artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of work...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries worldwide, and Malaysia is no exception. From retail to cybersecurity, Malaysians are embracing AI to enhance their skills and boost confidence in the digital economy. This shift is driven by substantial investments, strategic...

Kenya stands at the threshold of a digital revolution, with artificial intelligence (AI) driving transformative opportunities and urgent challenges alike. As one of Africa’s most dynamic economies, Kenya has made sizable investments in digital infrastructure and policy reforms. The country’s...

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the job market, particularly in remote work opportunities. As of 2025, individuals can acquire AI skills without a formal computer science degree, thanks to a plethora of accessible online courses. These programs not only...

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the modern workplace at a relentless pace, shifting from a niche interest to a foundational expectation across industries. As employers adapt to the evolving digital landscape, mastery of key AI tools is now considered a significant asset—sometimes even a...

LinkedIn's recent foray into AI-generated post suggestions has encountered unexpected resistance from its user base. CEO Ryan Roslansky candidly admitted in an interview with Bloomberg that the feature's adoption has been "not as popular as I thought it would be, quite frankly." Roslansky...

LinkedIn's integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into its platform has sparked a complex dialogue among its user base. While AI tools offer efficiency and innovation, many professionals approach them with caution, concerned about their impact on authenticity and professional reputation...

When New Zealand students appear among the world’s elite in digital skills competitions, it is more than a footnote in global rankings—it’s an emphatic statement about the transformation of Kiwi education, the value of real-world certification, and the nation’s positioning on the global tech...

The global momentum behind artificial intelligence (AI) is undeniable, and as organizations scramble to leverage next-generation AI technologies, a critical question surfaces: how well-equipped are their people to capitalize on this transformative potential? The accelerating rate of AI adoption...

Artificial intelligence, once considered the exclusive province of PhD-level experts and data scientists locked away in research labs, is now permeating nearly every industry with an astonishing reach. But what’s perhaps most surprising—and potentially life-changing for the new generation of job...

Microsoft’s recent announcement of 6,000 job cuts—roughly 3% of its global workforce—has sent fresh shockwaves through the tech industry, sparking debate about the company’s future, the role of artificial intelligence, and the shifting definition of job security in 2025. Unlike previous layoffs...

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into higher education has become a transformative force, reshaping how students learn, interact, and prepare for their future careers. The "Student Perceptions of AI 2025" report by Jisc offers a comprehensive look into how UK students are engaging...

The news that Microsoft has initiated layoffs affecting approximately 3% of its workforce has rippled through the tech community, raising significant questions about the company's strategic direction, workforce transformation, and the role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of...

Soon, the way we work will look fundamentally different. Driving efficiency and innovation, artificial intelligence agents are carving out a new workplace reality—one where every employee is not just using smart tools but actively managing and directing fleets of AI "agents" to multiply their...

Microsoft's recent announcement of approximately 6,000 job cuts, representing nearly 3% of its global workforce, has sent ripples through the tech industry. Notably, software engineers have been disproportionately affected, with over 40% of the layoffs in Washington state impacting this group...

Microsoft’s latest 2025 Work Trend Index (WTI) ushers in a new paradigm for business leaders, IT professionals, and the global workforce—a shift heralded by the rise of what the company calls “Frontier Firms.” The findings, encapsulated in the report aptly titled ‘2025: The Year the Frontier...