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Tes launches Tes360 connected platform for schools
Partner Programmes

Tes launches Tes360 connected platform for schools

Schools should gain earlier warning of staffing and safeguarding issues as Tes360 links data from classroom, HR and timetabling systems.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2026
Australia privacy regulator flags age assurance trial claims
Data Protection

Australia privacy regulator flags age assurance trial claims

Privacy watchdog concerns raise fresh doubts over whether the government’s age assurance trial overstated vendor compliance and safeguards.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2026
Year13 launches Anyway AI career coach in Australia
EduTech

Year13 launches Anyway AI career coach in Australia

The rollout aims to fill a gap in career advice for 14- to 24-year-olds, as schools face ratios of about 560 students per adviser.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026

Global Stories

EdTech stories

Cyber attacks on universities rise 63% around the world
Malware

Cyber attacks on universities rise 63% around the world

Data breaches and hacktivism are driving a sharper threat mix, with universities hit 425 times across 67 countries in a year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Tech Mahindra posts higher FY26 revenue & record dividend
Firewalls

Tech Mahindra posts higher FY26 revenue & record dividend

Higher margins and a record dividend followed Tech Mahindra’s FY26 as deal wins jumped and profit rose despite a tough macro backdrop.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
SkoolBooks expands classroom platform across AU and NZ
Data Protection

SkoolBooks expands classroom platform across AU and NZ

Local data hosting and a flat NZD $168 monthly fee could make classroom journals more affordable for primary schools across both markets.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Trend Micro rebrands consumer arm as TrendLife with Kaleida
Data Protection

Trend Micro rebrands consumer arm as TrendLife with Kaleida

Households facing rising AI fraud risks are the target of a new family assistant as the firm shifts its consumer unit around digital safety.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2026

Stories from Other Regions

EdTech stories

SAS expands UK AI push with GBP £20 million Glasgow plan
EduTech

SAS expands UK AI push with GBP £20 million Glasgow plan

Glasgow’s AI jobs and training pipeline is set to grow as SAS commits more than GBP £20 million to its research centre and UK skills drive.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2026
Consistent Infosystems launches ASTRA & ORBIT wireless mice
Partner Programmes

Consistent Infosystems launches ASTRA & ORBIT wireless mice

The new models target hybrid workers and students with dual-device connectivity, USB-C charging and cross-platform support in India.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2026
AUA launches AI agents for student support & admissions
EduTech

AUA launches AI agents for student support & admissions

The rollout is intended to speed up admissions and student support at the medical school, where staff face rising pressure to respond quickly.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Canva adds official PEPPA PIG templates through Hasbro deal
Marketing Technologies

Canva adds official PEPPA PIG templates through Hasbro deal

Strong search demand for children’s designs is prompting Canva to expand licensed content, with more than 60 PEPPA PIG templates now live.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
Tes launches Tes360 to connect school & trust data
Digital Transformation

Tes launches Tes360 to connect school & trust data

Schools and trusts could cut admin and spot pupil risks earlier as fragmented data and software are pulled into one system.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
Arena Animation launches advisory board to shape courses
EduTech

Arena Animation launches advisory board to shape courses

Students should get closer access to studio practice, as seven industry specialists will help update Arena Animation’s courses and mentoring.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2026
Carbery CogniMed, Love Better win UCC IGNITE awards
EduTech

Carbery CogniMed, Love Better win UCC IGNITE awards

The showcase highlighted early-stage ventures tackling clinical delays, relationship support and school safety as finalists pitched to investors and local firms.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2026
QA shortlisted for two Apprenticeships Guide awards
Digital Transformation

QA shortlisted for two Apprenticeships Guide awards

The nomination comes as employers seek apprenticeships to fill digital skills gaps, with QA supporting around 12,000 learners last year.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
ExecOnline acquires Teamraderie to boost AI training
Human Capital Management

ExecOnline acquires Teamraderie to boost AI training

The deal aims to help companies turn AI training into changed workflows and measurable performance, rather than standalone learning.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
Universities adopt real-time AI translation amid policy gap
EduTech

Universities adopt real-time AI translation amid policy gap

Clearer campus communication is becoming urgent as more than half of students report weak AI guidance and universities roll out live translation tools.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026