News stories from Learning News in 2026
Most UK job switchers are changing careers, not just employers
Learning News | 12 Mar 2026
A growing share of UK workers are switching careers rather than simply moving between employers, highlighting rising demand for reskilling and workplace learning.
Hiring confidence rises globally in pre-conflict survey as AI shows strongest returns in L&D
Learning News | 10 Mar 2026
Employers report stronger hiring plans for Q2 2026, with AI delivering its strongest workplace returns in learning and development. Survey across 42 countries reflects sentiment before conflict escalated in the Middle East in late February.
Whatfix launches AI roleplay for frontline teams
Learning News | 09 Mar 2026
New capability combines simulated workflows and customer conversations in one training environment. Interview with Khadim Batti, Whatfix founder and CEO.
Easygenerator strengthens AI strategy with senior L&D hire
Learning News | 02 Mar 2026
Enterprise L&D leader Derek Bruce joins Easygenerator as chief learning and knowledge officer to shape responsible AI strategy and strengthen its position on scalable knowledge creation.
Workday deepens AI and learning push as revenues rise 13%
Learning News | 25 Feb 2026
Revenues reach $9.6bn as Workday embeds AI and scales Sana learning inside its HCM core.
Litmos appoints Eric Vermillion as CEO
Learning News | 24 Feb 2026
Enterprise software leader takes role with immediate effect.
Only 5% raise stress with managers
Learning News | 19 Feb 2026
553-worker survey, 5% tell managers about stress, 63% considered leaving, 52% made mistakes, HSE reports 964,000 stress cases, leadership capability and psychological safety questioned.
Internal misalignment slows AI-era execution
Learning News | 19 Feb 2026
New EQ data finds internal friction and misdirected development, not AI skills, are slowing execution.
England Football Learning redesigns digital learning model at national scale
Learning News | 17 Feb 2026
FA education arm, which supported 360,000 learners last year, introduces modular, role-based digital learning platform.
Abilitie launches short-form simulations to bring leadership practice inside real-world scenarios
Learning News | 12 Feb 2026
Abilitie launches Case Challenges, two-hour practice-based experiences that immerse participants in realistic business scenarios. Designed to target key leadership capabilities, the simulations help leaders practise real-time decision-making, navigate trade-offs, and see the consequences of their choices.