H22 AI has emerged from stealth with an AI-native platform designed to guide Gen Z in career planning amid rising automation and job instability. The platform, expected in early 2026, will use personalized insights to help users identify strengths and align career paths.
100 Black Men of America, Inc. has joined Operation HOPE's HOPE AI initiative to expand financial and AI literacy in underserved communities across the U.S.
Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, has partnered with Simplilearn to launch five AI-focused professional programs for business leaders, combining Oxford's academic expertise with Simplilearn's online learning platform.
goFLUENT has acquired the business operations of Learnship Networks GmbH to strengthen its enterprise language training and assessment solutions, expanding its reach in Germany and integrating over 500 new language trainers.
EAB has acquired Hybrid, a global higher education marketing firm, from UK private equity investor LDC. The acquisition will enhance EAB’s digital marketing and enrollment solutions across global markets.
Microsoft has introduced Elevate for Educators, a global program offering free AI-powered tools and professional development resources for teachers and schools, aimed at integrating Microsoft 365 Copilot into education systems.
NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited announced plans to invest in the decentralized, AI-driven Open Quest Academy education ecosystem and will receive Q101 utility tokens in return. The initiative aligns with UNESCO's educational equity goals and aims to promote global collaboration in digital learning.
Coursera has agreed to acquire Udemy in an all-stock transaction valued at $2.5 billion, with Udemy shareholders set to receive 0.8 Coursera shares for each Udemy share. The merger is expected to close in the second half of 2026, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.
The 2025 AI and Youth Empowerment International Forum in Taipei gathered over 500 participants to discuss Taiwan’s leadership in responsible AI, featuring keynotes, awards, and panel discussions on AI education and governance.
Cognizant has announced an expansion of its Synapse skills initiative, setting a new goal to equip two million people worldwide with digital skills by 2030 after surpassing its initial target ahead of schedule.
Dr. Joleen Liang, co-founder of Squirrel Ai Learning, presented a human-centered approach to AI in education at Web Summit 2025 in Lisbon, emphasizing collaboration between educators and intelligent systems to personalize learning.
GSV has released its 2026 GSV 150 Market Map, recognizing 150 leading global companies transforming digital learning and workforce skills. The list includes firms such as PhysicsWallah and Synthesia, showcasing the growing influence of AI in education.
Ellucian has been recognized as the SaaS Organization of the Year at the 2025 Stratus Awards for Cloud Computing, honoring its cloud innovation in higher education and the launch of its AI-powered Journey platform.
UbiSim has introduced AI Narrative Analysis, a new feature that helps nursing educators quickly assess simulation data and provide targeted feedback, reducing review time by up to 90%.
BoodleBox has completed a $5 million seed funding round co-led by Dogwood Ventures and Osage Venture Partners to expand its AI collaboration platform for higher education and other sectors.
Alpha School, an AI-powered private school network based in Austin, has been highlighted by the scientific journal Nature as a model for the future of education. The publication described Alpha’s AI-personalized, human-guided learning system as a potential blueprint for AI-first universities.
The Future Learning Institute by Agilix Labs will present its 3A Model for ethical AI in education at the NEXTEN Summit in Dakar, Senegal, on December 3, 2025. The model focuses on Action, Autonomy, and Accountability to help nations evaluate and deploy AI systems responsibly in learning environments.
IBM and Pearson have announced a global partnership to create AI-driven learning platforms for organizations and individuals, using IBM's watsonx technologies to deliver personalized education and workforce training solutions.
TutorABC has announced an enhanced global expansion strategy supported by AI technology investments, new regional offices, and strategic partnerships across multiple continents.
Siegel Family Endowment has announced $15.6 million in grants to support organizations advancing education, workplace technology, and community innovation, aiming to help people shape technology's impact on society.
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