Skills shortage stories - Page 16

Over a third of STEM professionals worldwide have been approached for overseas roles, with 19% planning or already moving abroad amid rising global investment and protectionism.

Practical DevSecOps has certified over 1,000 professionals in its rigorous AI security programme, addressing critical skills gaps in defending against evolving AI threats.

NVIDIA and Fujitsu have teamed up to develop advanced AI infrastructure in Australia, boosting local businesses with tailored, high-performance AI technologies.

Practical DevSecOps has formed an Advisory Board with Erika Voss and Cecil Su to tackle the global shortage of up-to-date cybersecurity skills through strategic training.

A global shortage of cyber experts and rising AI use are driving cyber breach costs above USD $1 million for over half of organisations in 2024, says Fortinet.

Skillsoft launches its AI-native Percipio Platform to help firms close skill gaps and link workforce development directly to business outcomes.

A study shows 65% of large firms are adopting AI-driven document processing to replace legacy systems, despite 61% still relying on paper documents.

A global study reveals widening cloud security gaps driven by poor identity management and a critical shortage of skilled professionals in hybrid environments.

TetraLogical has launched flexible, self-led online courses to help digital teams build practical accessibility skills and meet growing regulatory demands.

Despite heavy investment in business intelligence, nearly two-thirds of senior marketers still rely on intuition for key decisions, says Qualtrics research.

Kyndryl's survey reveals AI use in mainframe modernisation is set to deliver a USD $33 billion boost in cost savings and new revenues by 2027.

Isaac Lujan has been named Global VP of Channel and Partnerships at Simbian to lead the global expansion of its AI-driven security partner ecosystem.

CompTIA launches AI Prompting Essentials course to build practical AI skills and boost confidence for workers across all job roles and experience levels.

EY and ACCA urge firms and policymakers to adopt robust AI assessment frameworks to enhance trust and ensure ethical, compliant AI deployment worldwide.

Bitdefender has launched Cybersecurity Advisory Services to help businesses close skills gaps and strengthen security amid rising cyber threats and regulatory demands.

AI use in cloud security rises as 79% of firms adopt it to combat skills shortages and protect expanding cloud environments, says Prowler report.

Nearly half of enterprises remain unprepared for cybersecurity risks posed by quantum computing, with mid-sized firms most vulnerable, Keyfactor research reveals.

Over a quarter of US firms lose up to USD $5 million annually due to network outages, prompting urgent tech strategy shifts and investment in connectivity.

AI leaders emphasise the urgent need for ethics, governance and sustainability as the technology increasingly transforms industries and raises complex risks.

Most organisations expect to adopt autonomous AI in transport management by 2030, but face barriers including integration, skills shortages, and sustainability pressures.