Skills shortage (Skills gap) stories - Page 2
Dissatisfied Aussie workers cause AUD $15.8bn loss yearly
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A report by SafetyCulture reveals that dissatisfaction among Australian workers costs the economy AUD $15.8 billion annually in lost productivity.
AI and automation: An untapped opportunity for software developers
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Australia is emerging as a software development powerhouse, harnessing AI and automation to streamline processes and address the talent shortage.
Aussie & Kiwi firms lag in post-quantum crypto readiness
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A new survey reveals a worrying disconnect in Australia and New Zealand between awareness and readiness for post-quantum cryptography, despite rising concerns.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security
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As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.
UK faces significant IT skills shortage reveals new report
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Hyve Managed Hosting's 2024 report reveals a severe skills shortage in the UK's IT sector, impacting 81% of businesses amid rapid technological advancement.
AI adoption prioritised in UK cloud strategy survey
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A survey by Red Hat reveals 88% of UK IT managers prioritise AI adoption in cloud strategies, with 98% deeming cloud investment vital by 2025.
Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey
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Australian cybersecurity professionals face rising job stress amid increased threats and low budgets, with 53% anticipating a cyberattack within a year.
Lack of funding & staff weakens Europe’s cybersecurity teams
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ISACA's survey shows European cybersecurity teams are underfunded and understaffed, with 52% citing inadequate budgets, 61% lacking staff.
How embracing new technology in emergency communications centres improves public safety
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Australia's emergency contact centres grapple with rising call volumes and staff shortages, turning to AI and cloud tech to enhance public safety.
Australian execs brace for impact from right to disconnect law
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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data privacy
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Most Australian executives foresee the new 'right to disconnect' legislation, impacting their operations significantly, while few believe it will improve work-life balance.
UK local councils shift focus to sustainability & cloud tech
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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sustainability
UK local authorities are prioritising sustainability and cloud technology, with 96% increasing cloud use. Cost and skill shortages pose significant challenges.
Slow AI progress in UK public sector due to budget & skills
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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A SAS report reveals just one in five UK government officials are making strides in AI, hindered by budget constraints, tech gaps, and outdated systems.
Salesforce to offer free AI training to close skills gap
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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Salesforce will offer its premium AI courses for free on Trailhead until end-2025, investing over USD $50 million to bridge the AI skills gap.
AI skills shortage is top challenge for UK IT leaders in 2024
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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A shortage of skilled professionals is threatening AI implementation in 2024, with 68% of UK IT leaders citing it as the primary obstacle, Confluent's study reveals.
How MDR will transform cybersecurity in the mid-market
Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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Mid-sized businesses under cyber-attack pressure look to Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to bridge security and staffing gaps, navigating an evolving threat landscape.
Developer experience roles top UK salary ranks with GBP £146,933
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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A Stack Overflow survey reveals UK developer experience roles as the highest-paid, with a median salary of GBP £146,933, reflecting industry demands.
Skillvue secures USD $2.8 million to expand AI skills platform
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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recruitment
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Italian HR tech startup Skillvue raises USD $2.8 million to advance its AI-based skills assessment platform, aiming to revolutionise recruitment and talent development.
Hacking gender bias in the Kiwi cybersecurity sector
Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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cybersecurity
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Despite a massive skills shortage, gender bias remains rife in New Zealand's cybersecurity sector. Women account for just 20% of the workforce.
Bendigo & Adelaide Bank, La Trobe Uni, Google Cloud partner
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, La Trobe University, and Google Cloud team up to close Australia's tech skills gap by integrating cloud curriculum into CSIT programme.
Databricks & Queensland unveil data & AI academy initiative
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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it training
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Databricks and Queensland Government announce new Data and AI Academy, aiming to enhance skills of over 100 public sector employees in data analytics and AI.