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Study shows AI in software testing yet to boost efficiency
DevOps

Study shows AI in software testing yet to boost efficiency

A study by Rainforest QA reveals 81% of developers use generative AI in testing, but productivity gains remain elusive amid traditional open-source challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
GitHub unveils multi-model AI features for Copilot
Software Development

GitHub unveils multi-model AI features for Copilot

GitHub has unveiled multi-model support for Copilot, enabling developers to choose from models by Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Thoughtworks Technology Radar reveals AI & Rust trends
Generative AI

Thoughtworks Technology Radar reveals AI & Rust trends

Thoughtworks has released its latest Technology Radar, highlighting trends in AI tools aimed at simplifying the use of large language models amid growing concerns.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Socket secures USD $40m series B to combat supply threats
Application Security

Socket secures USD $40m series B to combat supply threats

Socket has completed a USD $40 million funding round, aiming to enhance security for open-source software amid rising supply chain attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
Leapwork report reveals flawed AI testing, highlights need for change
DevOps

Leapwork report reveals flawed AI testing, highlights need for change

A Leapwork survey reveals only 16% of firms find their software testing efficient, despite 85% having integrated AI, uncovering widespread performance issues.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
It's time to notice: The radical shift in service models driven by AI and GenAI
EduTech

It's time to notice: The radical shift in service models driven by AI and GenAI

Generative AI is revolutionising service models, driving innovation and efficiency. Key players like HCLTech leverage AI for transformative impacts across sectors.

By Apoorv Iye • 7 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
CI&T honoured in 2024 Gartner Peer Insights for software services
Digital Transformation

CI&T honoured in 2024 Gartner Peer Insights for software services

CI&T has been lauded in the 2024 Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer for Custom Software Development Services, achieving a 4.8/5 rating and 100% recommendation rate.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Study finds employee use of GenAI apps poses privacy risks
AI Agents

Study finds employee use of GenAI apps poses privacy risks

Employees' widespread use of GenAI apps poses privacy risks as 30.8% of these tools train on customer data, a new study by Harmonic Security reveals.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024
Generative AI to reshape 85% of software workforce by 2025
Unified Communications

Generative AI to reshape 85% of software workforce by 2025

A new report from Capgemini reveals that generative AI is set to reshape 85% of the software workforce by 2025, enhancing efficiency and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Software engineering stories

CrowdStrike outage prompts surge in software investment
DevOps

CrowdStrike outage prompts surge in software investment

Adaptavist's research reveals a significant shift in software development practices post-CrowdStrike outage, with 86% of firms boosting budgets and hiring.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
UK AI course enrolments soar 453% in only five years
EduTech

UK AI course enrolments soar 453% in only five years

A study by Currys reveals a staggering 453% rise in AI course enrolments at UK universities over five years, reflecting global AI's growing impact.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
UK STEM productivity hampered by limited AI tool access
Artificial Intelligence

UK STEM productivity hampered by limited AI tool access

A study reveals the UK's STEM workforce is losing GBP £64 billion annually due to limited access to advanced AI tools, impacting productivity significantly.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Actica acquires Gemba Advantage to boost tech capabilities
Data Analytics

Actica acquires Gemba Advantage to boost tech capabilities

Actica, supported by Sovereign Capital Partners, has acquired Gemba Advantage to strengthen its technology and cybersecurity capabilities for public sector clients.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
UC Online partners with IoD for new tech skill courses
Data Science

UC Online partners with IoD for new tech skill courses

The University of Canterbury's UC Online has partnered with the Institute of Data to launch three industry-focused courses addressing New Zealand's tech skills gap.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
Survey: only 16% find their software testing efficient
DevOps

Survey: only 16% find their software testing efficient

Only 16% of organisations find their software testing effective amidst AI integration, revealing significant challenges and a need for better test practices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Institute of Data's training yields 96% tech employment rate
Data Science

Institute of Data's training yields 96% tech employment rate

The Institute of Data's intensive programme has placed 96% of its graduates in tech roles, aiming to boost New Zealand's tech growth amidst economic challenges.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
ST Engineering begins SGD $120m data centre project in Singapore
Data Analytics

ST Engineering begins SGD $120m data centre project in Singapore

ST Engineering has initiated a SGD $120 million project to build its fourth data centre in Singapore, enhancing IT capacity to over 30MW by 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Waracle acquires Screenmedia to boost digital product development
Artificial Intelligence

Waracle acquires Screenmedia to boost digital product development

Scottish tech firm Waracle has acquired Glasgow's Screenmedia, boosting its digital product development team to over 200 as it eyes AI-enhanced growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024