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Author: ScanX

NIIT USA has committed $13 million (€12.1 million) to StackRoute Learning, a US-based managed learning services provider. The investment will expand corporate learning offerings in AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data science for higher education clients.

Author: University World News

Ireland’s MicroCreds initiative is expanding flexible learning through targeted, short courses across universities. The programme addresses skills gaps and supports lifelong learning in areas such as AI, finance, cybersecurity, and ESG.

Author: Ireland Live

Dundalk Institute of Technology has launched the SECBA project, supported by PEACEPLUS. The initiative addresses regional skills gaps while strengthening cross-border collaboration between higher education, further education, and industry across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Author: Independent Westmeath

Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) has spearheaded Ireland’s first all-island Accounting Technologist Apprenticeship. It combines study and industry experience to build skills in AI, data analytics, cybersecurity, and sustainable finance.

Author: Safety4Sea

Mitsubishi Shipbuilding has launched a new training ship for Japan’s National Institute of Technology, Toyama College. The vessel is designed to strengthen maritime education and research while serving as a disaster response platform.

Author: Google

Google is expanding its AI education footprint through partnerships with Miami-Dade Public Schools and Miami Dade College. The collaboration focuses on workforce readiness, faculty training, and the rollout of AI-powered learning platforms across the education sector.

Author: Wexford Weekly

Coding Ireland, a Gorey-based education technology company, is transforming how digital skills are taught nationwide. Its browser-based platform now supports one in three Irish schools, equipping teachers and students with coding, robotics, and AI learning tools.

Author: Business Eye

Queen’s University Belfast and Belfast Metropolitan College have renewed their education partnership to expand student pathways and regional skills development. The collaboration focuses on access, employability, and cross-institutional innovation in Northern Ireland’s tertiary education sector.

Author: Raidió Teilifís Éireann

Dundalk Institute of Technology (DKIT) has unveiled a €10 million initiative designed to address regional skills shortages and align training with the changing needs of employers across Northern Ireland and the Republic’s border counties.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Education is evolving into a more connected, inclusive and technologically advanced ecosystem. Across regions and disciplines, institutions are embracing new models that prepare learners for a dynamic, knowledge-driven world. This edition examines how innovation, partnership and recognition are shaping the next stage of intellectual growth. Our feature story, Entries Now Open for The Education Awards 2026, highlights the pursuit of excellence across the academic community. The awards celebrate those setting new standards in teaching, research and student engagement, reinforcing the sector’s commitment to continual improvement. Dundalk IT strengthens cross-border workforce development through €10 million education project, the value of regional collaboration comes sharply into focus. The initiative demonstrates how shared investment in skills and infrastructure can strengthen economies and expand access to opportunity. Google advances AI-driven learning through Miami education partnerships brings a global and technological perspective. The project illustrates how data and digital tools are enhancing personalisation, inclusion and scale in education delivery. These developments underscore a defining moment for the sector. Intellectual growth now extends beyond classrooms and campuses, becoming a collective enterprise that unites innovation, ambition and purpose.