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Skillsoft data shows surge in AI skills validation

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Skillsoft data shows a sharp rise in AI learning and validation activity, with benchmark completions up 994% as employers seek proof of practical capability.
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Khan TED Institute targets low-cost AI-focused degree

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ETS, Khan Academy and TED plan AI-focused higher education model with skills-based progression and corporate backing, aimed at costing under $10,000.
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Ledger appoints Ian Rogers to lead AI security push

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Ledger names Ian Rogers as Chief Human Agency Officer, putting hardware approval and human oversight at the centre of its AI security push.
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Bill S-5 on the table: An attempt to end health data silos

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Canada's Health Minister Marjorie Michel has relaunched legislation to force medical software vendors to share patient records and curb blocking.
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Banks issue warning over AI-powered identity fraud risks

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US banks and regulators are urged to adopt passkeys, mobile driving licences and tougher verification as generative AI fuels deepfake fraud.
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Skillable: hands-on AI training key to 2026 software sales

Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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Skillable says hands-on AI labs and scenario-based training will be vital for proving software value and closing complex 2026 deals.
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Skillsoft links edX courses to corporate AI skills

Wed, 24th Dec 2025
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Skillsoft links edX's university courses to its AI-focused learning platform, tying academic credentials more tightly to corporate skills needs.
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Digital wallets & AI threats to reshape ID security

Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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Digital wallets and decentralised IDs are set to surge by 2026 as AI-driven threats push firms to monitor human and machine identities nonstop.
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TransCrypts founder joins Forbes 30 under 30 list for 2026

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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TransCrypts founder Zain Zaidi joins Forbes 30 Under 30 after a CAD $20M seed round fuels growth in HR, healthcare and humanitarian tech.
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In the age of AI fakes, you need to own your credentials

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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With AI fakes on the rise, owning verifiable, private credentials is key to protecting your identity and proving your truth online in 2025.
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Saviynt unveils partner accreditation to boost cloud delivery

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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Saviynt has introduced its Partner Delivery Excellence Program to recognise and certify partners skilled in implementing its Identity Cloud for improved customer outcomes.
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Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.