upskilling

Mody Khan’s nine‑month search after a December 2024 layoff from Microsoft’s Azure division lays bare a harsh reality: even seasoned cloud engineers with six‑figure resumes are running out of runway in a tech job market that has shifted from hiring frenzy to selective scarcity. (webpronews.com)...

Employees across industries are telling researchers and reporters the same thing: learning to use artificial intelligence at work feels like another full-time job — and many are quietly overwhelmed — but an often‑overlooked resource can help shrink that curve: your professional network...

By 2025, artificial intelligence has moved from the edges of enterprise dreams into the center of the daily work routine, changing not just how tasks are completed but how organizations structure roles, measure value, and define productivity. Background / Overview AI’s penetration into the...

Bellevue’s hospitality sector now faces a clear and measurable shift: routine, language‑heavy, and transaction‑focused roles are the most exposed to generative AI, and local workers who master hybrid human+AI workflows will retain the highest-value work while protecting wages and employment...

Microsoft Research has delivered one of the clearest, most data-driven snapshots yet of how generative AI is starting to reshape the labour market: by analyzing 200,000 anonymized US conversations with Bing Copilot, the team produced an AI applicability score for occupations that quantifies...

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...

AI chatbots are increasingly at the forefront of workplace transformation, and a recent study by Microsoft researchers sheds new light on their specific impact. The investigation, analyzing an extraordinary 200,000 anonymized conversations between US users and Microsoft Copilot, reveals that...

In a landmark achievement for the African digital landscape, MTN Group has emerged as the continent’s foremost enabler of Microsoft Azure expertise, officially certifying more than 1,250 employees through the Microsoft Enterprise Skills Initiative (ESI). This feat, certified over the span of the...

In the fast-evolving landscape of the AI-driven enterprise, the definition of exceptional talent is undergoing a seismic transformation. Across industries and markets, the question on the minds of CEOs, HR leaders, and hiring managers isn’t simply who can operate the latest technology, but...

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 article from India TV News discusses LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky's insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to disrupt various aspects of the professional landscape, including jobs, career trajectories, communication methods, and credibility. Roslansky emphasizes that AI is not...

In a significant organizational shake-up that speaks volumes about Microsoft’s strategy for its next era of productivity software, the tech giant has appointed LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky to lead its flagship productivity division. This high-profile move places Roslansky at the helm of one of...

As organizations across the globe grapple with the accelerating pace of digital transformation, Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index (WTI) Report introduces a compelling paradigm: the rise of the Frontier Firm. This emerging class of enterprise, outlined in the report "2025: The Year the Frontier...

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...

In an era defined by growing digital complexity and persistent cyber threats, South Australia’s largest electricity distributor, SA Power Networks, has taken a bold step in workforce innovation. The company has launched its first “cyber security kickstart” program, aimed specifically at...

Microsoft is rolling out a unique opportunity for tech enthusiasts: free AI training that not only helps sharpen your skills but also aims to set a world record. While you might be polishing your prompt-writing prowess or learning the fundamentals of machine learning, you're also contributing to...

Thailand is embarking on an ambitious journey to fortify its workforce with artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, as the nation's Department of Skill Development (DSD), under the Ministry of Labour, partners with Microsoft Thailand for the groundbreaking THAI Academy initiative. At its...

The artificial intelligence revolution, once a promise confined to tech demos and ambitious roadmaps, is now rewriting the way enterprises deploy, manage, and even imagine productivity solutions. At the center of this seismic shift stand AI agents and copilots—technologies that, according to...

CTU Training Solutions has teamed up with Microsoft to bring the AI Skills Fest to South Africa—a bold, timely initiative aimed at bridging the AI skills gap while reinforcing the region’s commitment to technological innovation. As AI continues to reshape industries from finance to healthcare...