Micro-Credentials stories
While major achievements in education or training are recognised by certifications, diplomas or degrees,
smaller incremental recognition is provided through Micro-Credentials. Often delivered in the form of
badges or tokens which serve to inform others of progress, while incentivising the user to keep
progressing through their learning towards an eventual ‘macro’ objective.
Skillsoft pairs with edX to link academic & job skills
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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edutech
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e-learning
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hcm
Skillsoft and edX team up to plug university-led courses into Percipio, tying academic learning to workforce skills shaped by AI.
Skillsoft links edX courses to corporate AI skills
Wed, 24th Dec 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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e-learning
Skillsoft links edX's university courses to its AI-focused learning platform, tying academic credentials more tightly to corporate skills needs.
Microsoft cloud region powers New Zealand's AI growth
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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agricultural technology
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Microsoft's NZ North cloud hub is powering Aotearoa's AI push, cutting costs, boosting skills and running on 100 per cent renewable energy.
academyEX names Glenn Elith as Group Chief Executive
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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e-learning
academyEX appoints Glenn Elith as its first Group Chief Executive to drive trans-Tasman growth in AI-focused tertiary education.
Siemens wins ABET nod for digital industry microcredential pilot
Mon, 27th Oct 2025
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edutech
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devops
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digital transformation
Siemens' Expedite - Skills for Industry microcredential has earned ABET recognition, setting a new standard in digital industry workforce development.
Siemens launches microcredential to bridge skills gap in engineering
Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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devops
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digital transformation
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iot
Siemens launches 'Expedite - Skills for Industry', an online microcredential to equip engineering students with practical skills and boost employability.
Siemens gains ABET recognition for circular economy credential
Wed, 28th May 2025
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edutech
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uc
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devops
Siemens Digital Industries Software's 'Design for the Circular Economy' microcredential gains ABET recognition, marking a first for industry credentials under new standards.
AcademyEX launches The Play Lab for playful tech learning
Tue, 6th May 2025
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robots
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iot
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e-learning
academyEX has unveiled The Play Lab in Auckland, a professional learning space where adults explore emerging tech like AI and robotics through hands-on play.
Exclusive: Workforce skills gap hits critical point in ANZ
Thu, 1st May 2025
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iam
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cybersecurity
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government
Australia and New Zealand face a critical skills shortage as demand for managerial and professional roles surges, experts warn. Upskilling is urgent.
Enzoic launches global partner program to combat cyber threats
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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partner programmes
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physical security
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iam
Enzoic has launched a global partner programme designed to help businesses tackle rising cyber threats, including compromised credentials and payment card fraud.
Beyond Identity unveils Secure Access Platform for better security
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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mfa
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phishing
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martech
In response to rising credential attacks, Beyond Identity launches its Secure Access Platform, offering passwordless, phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication.
Firms must embrace personalised learning for workforce development
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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edutech
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partner programmes
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iam
Personalised learning is being recognised as vital for modern workplaces, addressing diverse employee needs and facilitating engagement.
academyEX initiates scholarships scheme for those affected by job loss
Wed, 24th Apr 2024
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iam
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cybersecurity
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leadership
academyEX has launched scholarship schemes for redundant workers, aiming to prepare them for future workplace evolution with self-paced learning programmes.
Versent named APJ Partner of the Year by Ping Identity
Mon, 25th Mar 2024
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iam
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cybersecurity
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ping identity
Versent recognised by Ping Identity as APJ Partner of the Year 2023, in tribute to its dedication to enhancing digital experiences and addressing complex business challenges.
Sophos 2024 report reveals top cybersecurity threats to SMBs
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Sophos' 2024 Threat Report unveils that half of all malware targeting SMBs consists of keyloggers, spyware, and stealers, with data theft featuring in over 90% of attacks in 2023.
Ping Identity leads in 2024 KuppingerCole Identity Fabrics report
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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iam
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cybersecurity
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market
Ping Identity, lauded for its seamless digital experiences, earns 'Overall Leader' status in the 2024 KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for Identity Fabrics, and leads in Innovation, Product, and Market categories.
Google Cloud's 2024 report highlights key cyber threats & defences
Mon, 12th Feb 2024
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ransomware
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public cloud
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cloud security
Google Cloud's 2024 Threat Horizons Report identifies credential misuse, cryptomining, ransomware, and data theft as the key cloud-related threats, citing the need for stringent defensive strategies.
Okta set to acquire Spera Security in enhancement of identity threat detection
Sat, 30th Dec 2023
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Identity security giant, Okta, gears up to acquire 2022-born Spera Security, set to boost its identity threat detection capabilities and enrich its customer base with advanced technology.
Enzoic predicts cybersecurity trends & threats for 2024
Wed, 29th Nov 2023
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malware
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ransomware
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mfa
Enzoic CTO, Mike Wilson, forecasts key 2024 cybersecurity trends, underscoring API attacks and automation needs.
Hyland unveils major enhancements to its product suite
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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iam
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apm
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cybersecurity
Hyland unveils 40+ upgrades to its OnBase platform, aiming to revolutionize custom business application development.