Most students use AI for studies but fear job losses and weaker social skills – Yugo
78% of students were worried AI would lead to job losses, echoing concerns felt by students in the USA (79%), Ireland (78%) and Portugal (75%).
56% of workers optimistic but overwhelmed by AI advancements – Henley Business School
When asked how they would describe their approach to AI, 26% of respondents said they were cautious and 23% said they were curious.
Skillvue secures $6.3m to expand AI-powered skills and assessment platform
The HR platform, which initially focused on recruitment, has evolved into a broader tool for organisations to develop employee capabilities in response to rising demand for reskilling.
Aegon upgrades ‘Member Insights’ tool to boost pension engagement
The latest updates give employers, trustees and advisers more scheme information when sending targeted campaigns to employees.
iPipeline launches ‘E-apply’ for online annuity applications
The digital application is intended to help advisers move away from manual, paper-based systems.
One in five schools use AI despite lack of staff training, warns GMB
More than 84% of school workers said they have not received training on Digital and Technology Standards.
Lexacom launches tool to protect patient data in NHS AI use
Dr Andrew Whiteley said: “Patient Shield is designed to allow healthcare professionals to harness the benefits of AI while fully safeguarding patient data.”
UK could unlock £400bn in economic growth through workplace AI adoption, says Google
The AI Works report revealed the UK’s current lag in AI usage at work, despite soaring public interest.
Cowbell launches professional indemnity and cyber cover for UK tech firms
The product offers limits of up to £5m and combines professional indemnity with specialist technology cyber cover.
Zellis launches external ‘Unstoppable’ campaign
The campaign highlights the role of HR professionals in keeping businesses running amid complex legislation, administrative pressures and recruitment challenges.
Aberdeen International Airport launches AI assistant to aid passengers and staff
The digital assistant is intended to cut down the number of routine questions staff receive, letting teams deal with urgent and complex tasks.
AI adoption remains limited across HR as 59% of departments make little or no use of the technology
New research from Vlerick Business School shows HR is lagging behind other functions in adopting AI, with practical barriers – not resistance – holding back progress.
