digital skills

The City of Brownsville's IT Department is spearheading the "Smart City: Back to School Digital Skills Workshop & Laptop Giveaway," an initiative designed to equip students with essential digital skills and provide them with free laptops. This program aims to bridge the digital divide by...

Cloud computing has become an integral part of daily life, influencing activities from streaming services to online gaming. As businesses and educational institutions increasingly adopt platforms like Microsoft Azure for application deployment and data management, acquiring Azure skills has...

Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC) continues to set a high bar in digital literacy and workforce readiness, as demonstrated by the recent achievements of its students at the 2025 Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) National Competition. Success at a national-level...

In an era where technology and innovation are rapidly transforming the world, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool that empowers humans to create without limits. When used effectively, AI opens doors to new opportunities. With the commitment to enhancing AI skills for Thai...

In April 2025, Microsoft commemorated its 50th anniversary, marking half a century since its inception in Albuquerque, New Mexico, by founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen. This milestone not only celebrates Microsoft's global impact but also highlights its 36-year journey of innovation and...

In a remarkable display of digital proficiency, three students from Avondale College in New Zealand have secured their spots at the 2025 Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) World Championship, scheduled for July in Orlando, Florida. This prestigious event, presented by Certiport, Inc., brings...

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...

In a world increasingly defined by technological proficiency and digital expertise, the recent achievements of three Avondale College students on the international stage have placed New Zealand’s emerging talents firmly in the spotlight. Representing not only their school, but also their...

At a time when major technology companies are reassessing or pulling back their global data centre expansions due to economic, geopolitical, and infrastructural uncertainties, Microsoft is making clear that Malaysia remains a strategic priority in its cloud and artificial intelligence (AI)...

Microsoft’s recent commitment to train 1 million UK workers in artificial intelligence (AI) by the end of 2025 is a bold and headline-grabbing move that signals not only the scale of tech’s impact but also a deepening corporate responsibility in the nation’s digital transformation. This...

London Business School (LBS) has recently announced its initiative to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) education across all its programs, positioning itself as a leader among UK business schools in embracing AI for all students. This strategic move underscores the growing importance of AI...

In a strategic move to enhance AI-driven productivity, QA has introduced the Microsoft 365 Copilot Adoption Accelerator, a comprehensive training program designed to facilitate the effective and secure integration of Microsoft's AI assistant, Copilot, into organizational workflows. Understanding...

Empowering Businesses in Singapore: How Oryon Academy Is Transforming Microsoft 365 Enablement If cloud adoption once signaled a modern business’s digital aspirations, today, the story is very much about what happens after the migration. In Singapore’s fiercely competitive tech ecosystem...

In a significant move underscoring Microsoft’s evolving leadership strategy in Europe, Microsoft Switzerland announced the appointment of Martin Stefik as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective June 1, 2025. This transition marks a new chapter not only for Stefik but also for Microsoft’s...

Here’s a summary based on the original article from PublicTechnology: Major UK Government Copilot Trial: Key Findings Scope: 20,000 civil servants 12 government departments 3-month pilot (end of last year) Led by the Government Digital Service (GDS) and Department for Science, Innovation and...

Across Nigeria, a surge in skilled migration is reshaping career aspirations for a new generation. The notion of “japa”—leaving Nigeria for greener pastures abroad—has moved beyond a trend to a pragmatic strategy for many professionals seeking global relevance, financial stability, and personal...

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, acquiring relevant technological skills is paramount for career advancement. The Microsoft Skills for Jobs Micro-degree Program offers a structured pathway to gain these competencies efficiently. Program Overview The Microsoft Skills for Jobs...

Indonesia’s ambitions in digital transformation have found powerful new momentum with Microsoft’s inauguration of the Indonesia Central Cloud Region, established in late May 2025. This development marks a significant first: never before has a hyperscale cloud provider launched a dedicated region...

Microsoft’s announcement of its first cloud region in Indonesia marks a milestone moment in Southeast Asia’s accelerating digital transformation. The unveiling of the “Indonesia Central” Azure region stands as both a technical achievement and a bold strategic investment. Backed by a $1.7 billion...

The transformative potential of Microsoft 365 (M365) for non-profit organizations and charities is clearer than ever, but truly realizing its value requires more than a simple subscription or basic training session. As digital transformation accelerates across every sector—including the often...