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A bite-sized news round up: AI in Learning - What’s L&D's future?; ESG Reporting Skills Gap; Learning Evaluation - Obsessed With ROI?; The Empathy Problem; Plus the headlines from Learning News.
A bite-sized news round up: AI in Learning - What’s L&D's future?; ESG Reporting Skills Gap; Learning Evaluation - Obsessed With ROI?; The Empathy Problem; Plus the headlines from Learning News.
First of a new 5-part review of Fosway's annual research into digital learning. Part 1: AI in Learning.
Learning Pool has been recognised at the Learning Technologies Awards 2025, taking home two Gold awards — Best Learning Technologies Project – Commercial Sector (UK) and Excellence in the Design of Learning Content alongside a Silver award for Learning Developer of the Year (Rob Taylor). The double Gold celebrates Learning Pool’s innovative partnership with NatWest, delivering transformative, engaging, and measurable learning experiences in just 14 weeks. Rob Taylor’s Silver award highlights individual expertise and creativity within the company. These awards reflect Learning Pool’s dedication to collaboration, innovation, and impactful learning solutions, setting new standards in learning technology.
AI in Learning and Development at Connect 2025.
Learning leadership skills at Connect 2025.
Reflections on accessibility, inclusion and culture in learning and development at Connect 2025.
Connect 2025 debate panelists on creativity and community in L&D.
Participants at The Learning Network’s annual conference discuss how L&D can help business to chart its path in the AI era and keep humans at the heart of learning.
New US labour market data shows more young workers turning to entrepreneurship as hiring cools, with tech attracting the largest share of first-job founders.
Mediazoo has acquired Uncertainty Experts, creating a first-of-its-kind L&D & Comms offering that combines deep behavioural insight with transformational learning strategy. Uncertainty Experts is a behaviour change powerhouse turning uncertainty into a superpower. Fusing science, storytelling, and unexpected lessons, their award-winning programmes help people think sharper, act braver, and lead better. Giles Smith, CEO at Mediazoo, said: “We’re redefining L&D & Comms by transforming uncertainty into psychological bravery, a solution unlike anything else on the market.”
The 2025 edition, themed People Development in the Age of AI and Co-Intelligence, brings together thought leaders, practitioners, and innovators to explore how artificial intelligence and human insight can work together to drive business impact.
AI is everywhere—but who’s accountable when things go wrong? Originally published on itNews and written by Chris Griffith, this thought-provoking article and minidoc explores the ethical and legal challenges of AI accountability. Get insights on managed AI services. Learn how ITIL training provided by Lumify Work lets teams build reliability into their AI deployment and innovate safely with AI.
New survey shows UK workers recognise AI’s importance yet are not pursuing training to prepare.
Fosway Group, Europe’s #1 HR industry analyst, has revealed the headline insights from its annual Digital Learning Realities research, in association with Learning Technologies, the world’s leading workplace learning tech event. Now in its 11th year, the research explores how L&D teams rise to the challenge of a fast-changing business environment and tech landscape.
i-Coach® AI’s innovative design and proven learning impact have earned it the Gold award for Best Use of AI in Learning at the Learning Technologies Awards 2025.
Virtual College is delighted to announce a new partnership with Guiseley AFC.
In the past decade, audio has quietly moved from background entertainment to a legitimate educational format. Podcasts are now mainstream, with millions of listeners tuning in for content ranging from comedy to economics to history. But in the world of learning and development, audio remains surprisingly underused.
A new tech skills forecast predicts a correction in AI investment and renewed urgency for workforce upskilling.
Speexx will sponsor Training Journal’s 60th Anniversary Conference in London, November 2025. The one-day event for mid to senior L&D and HR leaders will focus on how AI, quality data and human-centred practice drive real workplace transformation.
The winners of the Learning Technologies Awards were announced this evening at the glittering annual awards ceremony in London.
Speexx announced the launch of Speexx AI Coaching, a new AI-powered solution designed for professional coaching at scale. The solution makes high-quality coaching accessible, secure, and scalable for hybrid, global teams.
Data shows AI skills catching up fast, narrowing the gap with programming in employer demand but findings temper popular narrative that AI skills already dominate hiring.
Building communities has become one of the most important, and most difficult, areas for learning and development. Nahdia Khan joins Learning News with her insights into how to get it right.
Docebo reports 11% revenue growth and stronger US and European public sector adoption in Q3 2025.
By automating feedback analysis, AI helps learning professionals save time, reduce bias and gain a clearer understanding of how their programmes perform.
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, its impact on cyber security is both profound and urgent. In this conversation with Lumify Work Cyber Security Lead Jeremy Daly, hear from the principal security consultant and lead author of the CAISP certification at Practical DevSecOps, Marudhamaran Gunasekaran.
Ciphr eLearning's new microlearning suite includes 11 bite-sized versions of some of their bestselling courses, including diversity in the workplace, safeguarding, recruitment and manager's toolkit
5app, the AI-powered learning technology provider, has been named Best Small Business Learning Platform 2025 by SME News.
New research finds AI adoption in learning widespread but ownership and strategy unclear.
Peter Cheese will retire as CIPD chief executive in June 2026 after 14 years leading the professional body through a period of major growth and transformation.
Empathy is often celebrated as a leadership strength, the skill that builds trust, engagement and better teams. But what happens when there’s too much of it?
A bite-sized news round up: AI in Learning Report; Mobilising generation numb; Connect 2025 preview; AI agents and sales enablement; AI skills for L&D; Training Journal 60th anniversary; Plus the headlines from Learning News.
Artificial intelligence is transforming corporate learning and development. What once required weeks of instructional design and production time can now be completed in minutes using AI-powered tools. Companies are using AI to convert internal documents, policy guides, onboarding materials and assessments into sleek, interactive learning content faster and more affordably than ever before. But while AI is helping to speed up and scale training, there is a growing concern many organisations are overlooking: what happens to the data you upload?
In this month’s edition of Summit Solutions, Bridgeability makes a strong case for the lasting value of face-to-face learning - highlighting how in-person experiences drive motivation, connection, and real skill development in ways virtual formats can’t always replicate.
Amazon confirms major job cuts: with the tech giant shifting from a pandemic-era hiring spree to re-structuring for the AI age, learning teams must recalibrate from ‘training what we have’ to ‘building who we’ll need’.
October 2025: Fosway Group, Europe’s #1 HR industry analyst, has released its latest Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent & People Success. The research shows that a challenging economy is making for a cautious talent solutions market, pushing HR teams to reduce costs. And yet, many skills and workforce intelligence solutions are reporting strong growth, and AI continues to dominate vendor roadmaps and disrupt traditional talent management processes. It’s clear that in areas where there is strong business impact, there is still plenty of opportunity for innovation and expansion.
Partnership fills multiple market needs identified in recent 2025 Brandon Hall Group research brief.
Donald H Taylor and Egle Vinauskaite present the findings of this year’s AI in Learning report.
Recruitment and retention are seen as the biggest workplace challenges for UK employers heading into 2026, according to new research by Ciphr.
This guide will break down the key differences between PMI and PRINCE2 certifications, helping you — and your organisation — determine the best path forward.
The event saw leaders examine how bold, human-centred leadership can overcome workplace cynicism and fatigue.
The 32nd Human Resource Summit brought together senior HR leaders for three days of connection, reflection, and inspiration on Portugal’s stunning west coast. From Raphael Rowe’s thought-provoking keynote to lively strategy sessions and vineyard dinners, the event struck the perfect balance between professional development and genuine community.
To mark Cyber Security Awareness Month, this new bundle is designed to equip organizations with the practical know-how to navigate this landscape and help build a culture of digital resilience.
Learning Pool continues its growth journey with the acquisition of Elucidat, an innovative cloud-based authoring platform trusted by leading global brands.
Bluewater Learning, a global leader in learning and talent technology consulting and support services, today announced the expansion of its partnership with Cognota, the market leader in LearnOps® software. The deepened collaboration will help organizations assess, optimize, and elevate their learning operations maturity to achieve measurable business impact.
With Paradox, HiredScore, and Workday Recruiting, Workday Now has a Powerful End-to-End, AI-Powered Talent Acquisition Suite to Drive Faster Hiring and Better Candidate Experiences.
Expert sessions and iSpring's latest AI features at iSpring AI Days 2025 conference, October 29th.
Businesses urged to rebuild lost capabilities in employee relations; Interview with Steve Webster, Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution.
A new survey finds UK firms expanding global hiring fastest among major economies, with 85% planning to double overseas recruitment within two years as wage inflation and AI skills shortages bite.
With just a month to go until The Learning Network’s flagship event, Connect 2025, this is the final opportunity for learning and development professionals to secure their place at one of the most anticipated gatherings in the L&D calendar.
Discover how partnerships with some of the biggest tech brands in the world as well as leading IT training providers across Australia, helps deliver training that’s current and directly aligned with industry standards and expectations.
City & Guilds of London Institute to sell its awarding and training businesses to PeopleCert, refocusing its mission on charitable impact through The City & Guilds Foundation.
Virtual College is proud to celebrate its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of delivering high-quality digital learning, compliance training, and professional development solutions to learners and organisations across the UK and beyond.
As the promises and perils of AI reshape classrooms and workplaces alike, OEB Global 2025, the annual Global, Cross-Sector Conference and Exhibition on Digital Learning, will examine whether technology is enhancing or eroding human agency - and what that means for learning, leadership, and society.
Global corporate training market projected to reach $805.6 billion by 2035, driven by digital transformation and upskilling demand.
Learning Pool has acquired WorkRamp, strengthening its position as a leader in learning technology and marking another milestone in its growth journey.
Lack of boardroom approval and shrinking budgets suggest L&D programmes are overlooked despite their proven impact on workforce transformation and business growth
Series A startups are raising twice as much per employee as in 2020, staying leaner as AI boosts productivity.
CIM and Meirc have formed a unique partnership to deliver CIM’s training programmes in the GCC; Meirc will deliver CIM’s Impact Development Programme, equipping marketers with capabilities aligned to global best practice, driving strategic, brand, and digital excellence; CIM training programme delivered by Meirc will become available from January 2026; CIM and Meirc representatives present at the HRSE HR Summit & Expo – 22-23 October, Dubai.
This article is included in the 2025 edition of Cyber Australia, AISA's annual cyber security magazine written for the industry, by the industry. Cyber Australia is released at AISA's Australian Cyber Conference in Melbourne each year.
Learning Awards finalists announced; 60 years of Training Journal; Four in five underestimate emotional bias; Rethinking People Enablement at Work; UK sickness absence at record high; Leaders say learning matters, but staff disagree.
KPMG UK has been awarded formal accreditation by the Learning and Performance Institute (LPI), recognising the firm’s outstanding Learning Services offering across design, delivery, technology, governance, and measurement.
To celebrate six decades supporting workplace learning, TJ is hosting a one-day conference in London this November.
From uncovering actionable insights to transforming learning experiences with AI coaches and AI avatars. Ross Stevenson shares three practical ways L&D teams can use GenAI in their learning strategy for meaningful impact on Acteon's Speak to the Human Podcast.
GoodHabitz achieves Gold Standard Learning Provider Accreditation from the LPI, validating its commitment to engaging and impactful online learning.
The LPI has announced the shortlisted entries for The Learning Awards 2026. Finalists, chosen for their innovation and impact, will now advance to the judging phase.
By exploring the main differences between CompTIA and CCNA, this guide will enable you to choose which certification best fits the learning objectives, organisational requirements and current skill level of your team.
In From Go-Live to Payoff: How to Improve Software ROI in Real Time, Nicole Kastner, Director of DAP at Learning Pool explores how organisations can maximise return on investment from new software deployments by harnessing real-time learning, adoption strategies, and performance support. Join the session to discover how to shift from post-launch training to continuous, data-driven enablement that sustains momentum and drives long-term value.
Global research from Mindtools and Kineo uncovers hidden biases in managerial decision-making and offers practical strategies to improve workforce outcomes.
At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum, online this October, Melissa Trimble shares how to pick AI tools that truly add value to e-learning and demonstrate measurable business impact to stakeholders.
New research shows a gap between leaders’ claims of a learning culture and workers’ experience of support for tech learning.
Understanding the interconnectedness of AI, data analytics and cloud computing highlights the importance of cloud computing skills and data analytics skills in building your organisation's AI training strategy
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance has become a defining factor in corporate reputation and resilience, investor and employee confidence, and long-term value creation. As regulatory frameworks tighten globally – from the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) to the UK’s Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) – organisations are under increasing pressure to make sure their ESG data is accurate, credible, and transparent. Yet ESG compliance doesn’t just fall to one department; it demands coordinated effort across teams, such as finance, operations, HR, procurement, and leadership.
Training Industry, Inc., the leading source of information for corporate learning and development (L&D), is excited to announce the launch of the Training Industry Senior Leaders Program, a high-impact, cohort-based learning experience designed to accelerate the growth of L&D professionals into executive-level roles.
At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum, online this October, Martin Couzins equips L&D leaders with tools to challenge assumptions, cut through AI hype, and make smarter, faster decisions under pressure.
Workplace Engagement Report finds Gen Z hardest to engage, while managers face burnout and disengagement.
New research by Ciphr and the charity Endometriosis UK finds that most managers lack the right training and resources to support employees with endometriosis and other menstrual health conditions
At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum, online this October, Lori Niles-Hofmann introduces the Learning Experience Architect role, blending AI agents and human creativity to design adaptive, business-driven learning.
The Intersection of Humanity and Technology: A look ahead to the Learning Network's annual conference in London, 14 November.
Discover how workplace learning will evolve by 2030 in this exclusive webinar from Learning Pool. Join experts Stefan Eger, Lindsey Coode, and Alan Mellish as they reveal insights from the Workplace Learning 2030 Report, including seven game-changing shifts in L&D, strategies to build adaptive learning ecosystems, real-world scenarios for the future of work, and actionable recommendations to transform L&D from a cost centre into a business driver.
Virtual College by Netex is proud to announce the launch of its Misogyny Awareness in the Workplace training - a CPD-certified course designed to help organisations build safer, more respectful work environments.
Eglė Vinauskaitė and Donald H Taylor join Learning News to present their 2025 research into how learning and development is using artificial intelligence.
London, September 30, 2025 | Totara, a global provider of learning management solutions trusted for compliance in highly regulated sectors, has appointed Amanda Nolen to its Board of Directors to support the company’s international growth and strengthen its position in regulated industries.
NFP (an Aon company), are a leading international brokerage and consulting firm with solutions spanning commercial insurance, employee benefits, financial planning, health and safety and people and talent. NFP is delighted to announce its new partnership with CLO100, the UK’s only private network dedicated to senior learning and development leaders. As both a sponsor of the annual CLO100 Learning Leaders Forum and a Community Partner, NFP is deepening its commitment to shaping the future of leadership and organisational success.
Global learning and talent development provider Hemsley Fraser has won the Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Gold Award in the Leadership Development Program category for its consultancy and content development in partnership with global self-care company Perrigo. This work, featuring design and delivery services, supported Perrigo's successful development of leadership programmes that help align its emerging leaders on the importance of effective leadership in driving growth and supporting career advancement.
With PRINCE2 Agile training, your team can implement best practices from both frameworks and ensure project success. Fred Caranese, Lumify Work Process and Tech Lead, shares insights.
At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum, online this October, David Kelly helps L&D leaders cut through AI hype with a framework to assess learning tech strategically and lead confidently through disruption.
Bluewater Learning has appointed David Kelly, one of the learning sector’s most recognised voices, as Senior Vice President of Strategy & Transformation.
ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) is rapidly reshaping corporate strategy, performance, and reputation. And although organisations are increasingly engaging with ESG initiatives, many face the challenge of effectively communicating these activities and practices, both internally and externally, to secure genuine buy-in from their internal stakeholders. Without that buy-in, even strong initiatives risk falling flat. Businesses, then, need to make sure employees and stakeholders truly understand the “why” behind the work.
Chris Wigglesworth, Founder of learning evaluation provider, Coursecheck, says L&D is too focused on measuring ROI calculations and greater focus is needed on what drives outcomes.
Is AI really replacing people? Far from it. As machines take on more tasks, the demand for human skills — judgment, creativity, emotional intelligence — is skyrocketing. In this month's Summit Solutions, Thrive reveals why investing in people power is the real competitive edge in an AI-driven world.
CLO100 announced today that NIIT MTS, a global leader in Managed Learning Services, will be sponsoring the CLO100 Learning Leaders Forum under the category of Managed Learning Services. This collaboration highlights NIIT’s longstanding commitment to advancing the Learning and Development profession through innovation, expertise, and thought leadership.
At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum, online this October, Laura Overton explores how everyday courage and mindset shifts can help L&D professionals turn disruption into resilience and opportunity.
A bite-sized news round up: L&D employment update; AI in learning Fosway research; UK skills investment and marketing careers; World of Learning preview; AstraZeneca Learning Team of the Year; Plus the headlines from Learning News.
Whitepaper explores why employees feel disengaged and how organisations can rethink people enablement to restore energy, trust and connection at work; Interview with authors, Olivia Haywood, Chief Marketing Officer and Josh Cardoz, Chief Creative & Learning Officer, Sponge.
Virtual College by Netex has announced the launch of a new CPD-certified training course to help organisations prepare for the introduction of Martyn’s Law, the upcoming legislation designed to strengthen public safety and venue security.
In this roundtable, global L&D leaders share insights and strategies on innovating around the opportunity, scale and impact of classroom training in the age of AI.
With tech careers in high demand, digital skills are more valuable than ever. You’ll also find there’s no shortage of ways to get started in IT — from diplomas and certifications to intensive boot camp IT courses.
Lumify Learn is proud to partner with the Future Skills Organisation (FSO) to advance AI upskilling in Australia. At the recent FSO Skills Accelerator-AI launch, our CEO Jon Lang emphasised the critical need for Australians to develop AI skills for our evolving economy.
Go1, the leading content aggregator for people-first L&D leaders, is the latest sponsor for the CLO100 Learning Leaders Forum on 20th and 21st October. The forum is a key event for professionals in the Learning and Development sector.
There are sponsorship opportunities for learning brands in Learning News reports and programmes.
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