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University of Leicester rolls out Microsoft 365 Copilot to all students and staff in UK-first initiative
The University of Leicester has become one of the first UK universities to roll out full Microsoft 365 Copilot access across its entire community. The initiative gives more than 21,000 students and 4,000 staff access to AI tools across teaching, learning, research and professional services.
Coimisiún na Meán opens funding call for journalist fact-checking and disinformation training in Ireland
Ireland's media regulator Coimisiún na Meán has launched a funding call to support fact-checking and anti-disinformation training for journalists and media professionals. The scheme targets graduate, early-career and mid-career professionals working in news and current affairs during 2026.
Royal College of Surgeons graduate builds AI platform to improve medical student clinical training
Dublin-based medtech startup OnWard Education has developed an AI-assisted platform to improve clinical training for medical students during hospital placements.
First-Mover Advantage: What Ireland’s National AI in Schools Guidance Means for EdTech Companies
Ireland's Department of Education published the country's first national framework for AI use in schools in October 2025. EdTech companies that align products and services to its requirements now hold a structural first-mover advantage across the Irish school market.
AI Literacy Is Emerging as Ireland’s Next Educational Infrastructure
Ireland’s education sector is entering a new phase of artificial intelligence adoption following the publication of a national AI framework for higher education. The real challenge is no longer access to AI tools but developing AI literacy as a core national capability.
StudentVolunteer.ie wins Most Innovative Digital Transformation at the Education Awards 2026
StudentVolunteer.ie took home the Most Innovative Digital Transformation award at the Education Awards 2026, recognised for a platform that connected students with volunteering opportunities at national scale, generating 22,012 volunteering hours valued at €311,470 through accessible, technology-driven civic engagement. The win sets a strong benchmark for digital transformation in Irish education, demonstrating that the most impactful innovations are those that combine technical advancement with measurable social purpose and genuine inclusivity at their core.
Alliance Franchise Brands launches AI literacy programme to build operational capability across North American franchise network
US franchise organisation Alliance Franchise Brands has launched a systemwide AI literacy initiative to equip nearly 500 franchise members across North America with practical AI training.
Gyeongbok University launches serious accident management training programme for construction site professionals
South Korean institution Gyeongbok University has launched a 35-hour specialised training programme on serious accident management for construction site technicians.
Pelican Capital invests in Steplab to accelerate teacher professional development platform's international expansion
UK private equity firm Pelican Capital has invested in Steplab, a teacher professional development platform used by more than 200,000 teachers. The deal supports Steplab's expansion plans across hiring, research, product development and international growth.
GRASP launches website to widen access to fully funded green skills training across Irish and Northern Irish construction sector
A new website for the Green Accelerator Skills Programme has launched to provide access to fully funded green skills training across the construction sector. The €9.8m cross-border initiative is supported by the PEACEPLUS programme and led by South West College.
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