Differing levels of access to AI create new inequalities
A new survey of 4,000 knowledge workers across the UK, US, Germany, and Canada reveals that higher earners have disproportionate access to the latest AI tools and training, allowing them to reap AI's promised rewards.
In contrast, the study from The Adaptavist Group reveals that lower earners and women are being shut out from AI opportunities, which impacts their skill development, job satisfaction, and time savings, both personally and professionally.
82% of HR professionals use AI, but most lack job-specific training
As AI continues to change the workplace, HR teams are adopting the technology quickly, but many are doing so without the support or training needed to use it effectively.
A new survey from General Assembly shows that 82 percent of HR professionals use AI at work, yet only 30 percent have received training tailored to their roles.
Security awareness training programs fall short of business needs
Although 99 percent of organizations responding to a new survey suffered a security incident tied to human error in the past year, the majority state that they struggle to implement effective, scalable security awareness training (SAT) programs that reduce this risk.
The study from Abnormal AI of over 300 security and IT leaders in the US and UK finds that SAT is widely adopted, with 75 percent of organizations requiring employees to complete training at least quarterly.
How cognitive load measurement can increase trainee performance [Q&A]
Proper training is vital to success in pretty much any job. That's even more true in complex and stressful environments.
How much the brain can cope with at any time, or 'cognitive load' is an important part of the process. We spoke to Nial Campion, co-founder of virtual reality training specialist VRAI, who believes that managing cognitive load is critical for developing the skills and resilience necessary for effective performance in high-stress environments.
Reskilling IT for AI and machine learning environments [Q&A]
As AI and machine learning technologies rapidly evolve, IT professionals must continuously adapt their skills to stay competitive in the workforce. This requires not only technical expertise but also a commitment to lifelong learning, including earning relevant certifications and developing crucial soft skills like communication and adaptability.
Companies can support this growth by fostering a culture of continuous learning, offering reskilling and upskilling opportunities, and providing tailored training paths for their employees. By prioritizing ongoing development, businesses can ensure their workforce remains at the forefront of emerging technologies, preparing them for the challenges of the AI-driven future.
AI-driven video is ushering in a new era of collaboration
The shift to hybrid and remote jobs continues to redefine the modern workplace. For the past several years, video conferencing has made global collaboration possible, breaking down barriers that once made a fully remote workforce seem like a far reality. And while this technology will continue to be a core component of day-to-day business, it has only scratched the surface of how video can support increasingly dispersed teams.
In fact, it actually may no longer be enough to sustain remote environments. As workers and employers continue to clash around return to office (RTO) mandates and employee engagement reaches a record low, it’s clear that we need a new approach.
Leaders confident about AI training while employees struggle
A new report reveals a growing disconnect between leaders and employees in their perceptions of their AI preparedness.
Corndel's 2025 Workplace Training Report finds HR leaders are confident about their organization's AI readiness, with 88 percent confident in leadership's ability to guide AI adoption and 60 percent very confident that training programs are equipping employees with the necessary skills for digital transformation.
Interest in learning AI skills soars
Newly released usage data from the O'Reilly online learning platform reveals that interest in AI-related skills has surged dramatically, with the most pronounced usage increases seen in topics like prompt engineering (456 percent increase), AI principles (386 percent increase), and generative AI (289 percent increase).
Use of content about GitHub Copilot has seen a dramatic increase too, by an impressive 471 percent, reflecting developers’ enthusiasm for tools that enhance productivity.
The skills that cybersecurity leaders need
A new cybersecurity leadership survey from ISC2 shows 85 percent of all respondents identify communication as the most important leadership quality, followed by strategic thinking (41 percent), open-mindedness (37 percent), technical expertise (33 percent) and decisiveness (21 percent).
However, the findings reveal that formal leadership training remains largely inaccessible for most respondents, with fewer than 63 percent reporting they have received such formal training. Instead, 81 percent say they primarily developed leadership skills through on-the-job experiences with supervisors and managers.
Security awareness training is not enough to stop breaches
New research shows companies are pouring an increasing number of resources into their security awareness and training programs, with 96 percent of respondents allocating it between five percent to 20 percent of their security budgets.
But the research from CultureAI, based on a survey by Opinion Matters of 200 UK-based cyber security teams at organizations with over 1000 employees, finds that while 78 percent train employees at least monthly human-related breaches are still happening at an alarming rate.
New ethical hacking qualification aims to deliver skills to tackle cybercrime
A new qualification aims to equip cybersecurity professionals with the skills needed to tackle cybercrime in the age of AI.
Certified Ethical Hacker CEH v13 from EC-Council, a leader in cybersecurity certification, education, and training, provides in-depth training by integrating AI into all five phases of ethical hacking, from reconnaissance and scanning to gaining access, maintaining access, and covering tracks.
Cybersecurity qualification adds new quantum and AI modules
The Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec) is announcing the addition of artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing modules to its CyberEPQ qualification for all students from September 2024 onwards.
Available to any student over the age of 14 in the UK, the CyberEPQ (Extended Project Qualification) is aimed at bringing new and diverse talent into the industry, representing an ideal stepping stone into a cybersecurity career.
Starting them young -- KnowBe4 releases free children's cybersecurity kit
In an increasingly digital world, youngsters are just as a risk as the rest of us -- perhaps more so -- which means cybersecurity education for children is crucial.
Security awareness training company KnowBe4 has released its Children's Interactive Cybersecurity Activity Kit, featuring an AI safety video, a password video game, a cybersecurity activity book, and middle school lesson plans.
How IT leaders can bring their organizations into the next generation of cyber learning and training [Q&A]
The IT world has always been a fast moving one and that means skills need to be kept up to date if you're not going to fall behind.
We spoke to Brett Shively, CEO of ACI Learning a provider of IT, cybersecurity and audit training for organizations around the world, about the importance of training and how a personalized approach can pay off.
Cybersecurity training needs a human touch
A new study from CybSafe finds that only 42 percent of office workers are satisfied with their current cybersecurity training.
The research aims to gain deeper insights into workers' opinions on cybersecurity training, their motivations for security, and their views on Cybersecurity Awareness Month -- held annually in October. It finds that cybersecurity training is generally a standardized, solitary process that would benefit greatly from a more personalised and human-centred approach.
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