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Hearing quieter voices; New book from Gavin Oattes; New Sponge chief; Lisbon HR Summit; Career growth #1 priority; AI training for L&D; AI steps up as meeting facilitator; CIM response to the Spending Review.
Hearing quieter voices; New book from Gavin Oattes; New Sponge chief; Lisbon HR Summit; Career growth #1 priority; AI training for L&D; AI steps up as meeting facilitator; CIM response to the Spending Review.
Speexx, in collaboration with WAGO, has won a Gold award in the Best Learning Technology Implementation category at the prestigious 2025 Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Awards®.
How will the UK’s £1.2bn skills investment reshape marketing careers? Maggie Jones, Chartered Institute of Marketing, joins Learning News.
For the fourth consecutive time, Sponge’s off-the-shelf library earns Top 20 distinction.
AI meeting tools are beginning to move beyond administrative support into active facilitation. Rather than just transcribing or summarising, some platforms are experimenting with guiding activities, shaping group dynamics and even injecting energy in real time.
In organisations the loudest voices often dominate the conversation - but at what cost? Inclusive, collaborative cultures that embrace diversity of thought, personality, and experiences, help organisations to thrive. Failing to create space for quieter voices risks overlooking innovative, game-changing ideas.
A bite-sized news round up: Bersin calls for rethink of corporate learning; Helix launch; Gold Learning Provider; Digital Learning Realities; Plus the headlines from Learning News.
Unapologetically raw, uplifting, and life-changing: New book Confidently Lost is here to rewrite the rules of resilience.
Berlin, Germany – Sponge Group, a leader in digital learning and governance, risk, and compliance solutions, has announced the appointment of Anja Sixt as Managing Director for the DACH region within its growing DACH region enterprise.
Learning & development consultancy joins global platform to boost training impact through real-time learner feedback.
A new Insights Media report finds that most employees now value career development and employability more than traditional perks like remote work.
CLO100 has named RockMouse as the official AI partner for its advanced AI training programmes, marking a strategic collaboration to accelerate AI adoption across Learning and Development and Executive Teams.
As HR leaders prepare to tackle challenges from AI to wellbeing, the 32nd HR Summit returns to Lisbon this October. This article explores what to expect at the long-running event - from strategic sessions and high-value networking to curated 1-1 meetings with solution providers.
Most AI in workplace learning still in roadmap; Docebo revenue up 14%; Thrive acquires Huler; Imparta announces agentic sales enablement ecosystem; Employment Rights Bill to drive urgent upskilling in HR - Ciphr research; Bridge launches Report Club analytics services; Bridging the ESG Skills Gap - Kineo paper; Nimble achieves B Corp; Rise of Vibe Design in digital learning - Open eLMS.
LNTV, Aug 21: Sarah Clayton-Jones on founding Read to Lead, a book-based peer learning business; Andy Lancaster talks about his new book on Organisational Learning Communities; Two organisers from this year's Learning Technologies Thirty Under 30 programme; Plus all the news.
Bridge has rolled out Report Club, a professional service designed to assist customers with reporting and analytics to showcase the value of their training and development programs.
Axia Solutions is playing a growing role in strengthening the West Midlands economy through targeted workplace learning programmes tailored to local industry needs.
Continuous development in sales requires a shift in mindset, method and technology.
Improving access to flexible working could be the most challenging measure in the Employment Rights Bill for employers, according to new research by HR software provider Ciphr.
CLO100 is pleased to announce that Learn Amp has joined the CLO100 Community as a Community Partner.
Over 13,000 votes were cast in the L&D industry’s only crowd-sourced solution provider awards program.
The Chartered Institute of Marketing and the Zambia Institute of Marketing have formed a strategic alliance to advance the marketing profession in both the United Kingdom and Zambia. This partnership will offer numerous benefits to marketers in both regions, including improved access to professional development opportunities. ZIM, together with CIM’s other international partners, will recognise and adopt the Global Professional Marketing Framework.
Imparta has launched a fully agentic version of i-Coach® AI, delivering personalised, proactive, and powerful sales enablement at enterprise scale through 20+ specialised AI agents.
AI is now a central narrative in learning technology, but how much of it is substance and how much is marketing?
The eBook highlights the benefits of implementing partner education programs and best practices for distributing training content across multiple channels.
The acquisition of Huler signals Thrive’s continued mission to design a unified future for learning and employee experience, with technology people actually want - and use.
Andy Lancaster, Laura Overton, Helen Marshall and Tracy Shah look ahead to World of Learning this October.
Global learning and talent development provider Hemsley Fraser has been named in the Training Industry Top 20 for Online Learning Library, for the ninth consecutive year. This achievement underlines the company's continuing ability to deliver ground-breaking digital and online learning & development solutions for the corporate learning and development (L&D) market.
CLO100 & Rockmouse are hosting a panel discussion on the role of AI in shaping the future of learning and development. The event will take place on 14th August and is open to the wider L&D community.
Docebo has reported strong growth in revenue and gross profit for the second quarter of 2025, alongside a slight drop in net income.
A new one-day virtual conference is putting self-employed learning professionals front and centre
Virtual College has published a new blog explaining Awaab’s Law, a landmark step in UK housing safety that comes into effect from October 2025.
The evolution of LinkedIn Learning harnesses a company’s internal job and skill architecture and real-time insights from over a billion career paths.
Paul Morgan, a seasoned learning leader, has launched the L&D Doctor Clinic, a bi-weekly forum for HR, L&D and talent professionals to seek confidential advice and support.
New report maps vendors’ current AI capabilities and future plans; interview with David Wilson, Fosway.
Kineo, a global leader in workplace learning and development, has announced the launch of its new "Trauma-Informed Care Awareness" course. This timely and critical training program is designed to equip healthcare professionals and other support workers across the UK and Australia with the essential knowledge and skills to recognise and respond to the impacts of trauma.
Understanding AI and the impact it will have on your market and business is one of the hottest topics in 2025. For learning leaders, that’s true too, but with a market dominated by AI hype and marketing noise, do you have the insight you need regarding AI today?
ESG reporting has quickly become a vital part of how businesses build trust, manage risk, and communicate long-term value to stakeholders. But many organisations still struggle to accurately capture and report their sustainability efforts, leaving them exposed to regulatory risks, reputational damage, or missed opportunities.
Corporate learning is often criticised for being slow, outdated, or uninspiring - especially when it comes to compliance. But what if the problem isn’t the content, but the experience? In this month’s Summit Solutions, All Purpose argues that L&D must borrow from UX design: starting with empathy, centring the learner, and co-creating experiences that reduce friction, spark curiosity, and truly engage.
The EdTech Awards is the world’s largest recognition program for innovators in the field of education technology.
This year’s recognition places a spotlight on Speexx Talk™, the company’s breakthrough AI-powered conversation solution that is redefining scalable, personalized language and skills development.
CIM and MAZ announce new partnership to foster the advancement of the marketing profession in the UK and Zimbabwe. The partnership will see the organisations provide more opportunities for marketers in both regions. CIM and MAZ will develop a full-time student community through MAZ student members and The Marketing Club, a CIM initiative
The new feature will help instructional designers and other eLearning content creators save time and reduce complexity by importing .pptx files directly into Gomo.
PeopleFluent releases AI-powered enhancements in its compensation management solution and includes product-specific upgrades for both HR platforms.
Four emerging workplace trends highlight the rise of AI as a team member, the demand for emotionally intelligent leadership and the strategic value of adaptability, resilience and unlearning.
The 2025 Learning Leaders Forum promises to be a pivotal event for senior Learning and Development professionals, spotlighting the crucial role of strategic leadership in driving organisational success. With Manageable as an official sponsor, this partnership demonstrates a shared vision to elevate workplace learning through innovative solutions and expert collaboration. The forum offers an exclusive blend of thought leadership, practical insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities, making it an unmissable experience for those Leading the future of L&D.
AI is now the biggest story in all the HR, talent and learning segments, with rapid growth in corporate interest and virtually every vendor having an AI-led roadmap. The market noise about AI is immense, but the story beneath that is opaque and uncertain; never has there been a greater need to provide an honest detailed market analysis of what is real and what is hype, as well as who is succeeding – and how. Crucially, the research programme ties together both corporate and vendor experiences, offering equal footing and deep insights on both sides, and resulting in a series of unique public and private deliverables from Fosway.
A bite-sized news round up: Talent Acquisition Market 2025; L&D Economy 2025 - Salaries; Learning Professional of the Year; UK Industrial Policy and Skills; Plus the headlines from Learning News.
The deadline for entries to the Learning Technologies Awards 2025 has been extended to 17:00 BST on Friday, 1 August.
Imparta has been recognised for its agentic AI capabilities in Training Industry’s 2025 list. The list highlights tools that deliver autonomous, personalised learner support.
As artificial intelligence reshapes digital education, a new design philosophy is emerging called Vibe Design. This emotionally intelligent approach blends generative AI with human-centred instructional principles to produce deeply engaging, multimedia-rich eLearning experiences. Going beyond automation, Vibe Design enables educators to create content that not only informs but resonates, using AI agents to interpret mood, tone and creative intent. This article explores the rise of Vibe Design across coding, marketing and instructional design, and how platforms like Open eLMS AI are setting a new standard for scalable, aesthetic, and emotionally tuned digital learning.
CLO100 publish the July edition of CLO Lens, the digital magazine for L&D. This month's theme is 'Marketing Learning.' Designed to help L&D leaders to take their function to the next level by building intentional learning brands and positioning themselves as strategic partners within their organisations.
Gloucestershire UK-based elearning company joins a global movement committed to using business as a force for good.
Thrive’s first acquisition is set to bridge the skills gap with the world’s first AI-powered, fully integrated learning and mentoring platform.
The CLO100 Learning Leaders Forum, the flagship event for senior learning professionals, with the theme "From Learning Leader to Business Leader" it is set to be the standout event of the year for L&D Leaders.
The Project Management Institute (PMI), the global authority for project professionals, is overhauling its digital learning ecosystem in a move to deliver more personalised, career-aligned learning at scale.
Virtual College has launched a new accredited Damp and Mould Training Course to help professionals identify and manage mould-related risks. The course also includes essential training to support compliance with Awaab’s Law, which comes into force in October 2025
Totara Version 19.1 introduces 4 new AI features that drive L&D efficiency, plus enhanced search and content discovery and streamlined workflows.
Judges share tips on writing a standout entry as the deadline nears on Friday 25 July.
L&D rethink; LEARNINGLIVE; 10-Year NHS plan; AstraZeneca AI upskilling; Top AI in training; Skills intelligence launch; Thrive financials and new deals; Learning Tech Awards; Cognota Deloitte alliance.
Bridge LMS has been recognized as a top learning platform by G2, earning multiple new awards for its learning, career development, performance management, and employee engagement capabilities.
Learning technology provider 5app has today announced the launch of its new AI skills intelligence solution, Helix.
Training Journal has partnered with leadership specialists SyncSkills to offer a place on their upcoming REVEAL programme, a powerful 12-week group coaching experience designed specifically for women leading remote and hybrid teams.
5app launches breakthrough skills intelligence platform, Helix, which assesses skills in work, in real time.
5app launches breakthrough skills intelligence platform, Helix, which assesses skills in work, in real time.
A new report from the Josh Bersin Company urges L&D leaders to abandon outdated models and embrace a fundamental transformation, placing enablement not training at the heart of learning strategy.
A new report from the Josh Bersin Company urges L&D leaders to abandon outdated models and embrace a fundamental transformation, placing enablement not training at the heart of learning strategy.
L&D Free Spirits invites freelancers to apply for exhibition space at October’s World of Learning event in Birmingham, to showcase their brand.
AstraZeneca was awarded gold awards for Team of the Year and Innovation at the Learning Awards earlier this year for its training programme on AI for its 90,000 employees. AstraZeneca's Global Capability Development Leader for Digital, Data, AI and Learning Agility, Dr Bonnie Cheuk, joins Learning News.
AstraZeneca was awarded gold awards for Team of the Year and Innovation at the Learning Awards earlier this year for its training programme on AI for its 90,000 employees. AstraZeneca's Global Capability Development Leader for Digital, Data, AI and Learning Agility, Dr Bonnie Cheuk, joins Learning News.
Training Industry has announced its 2025 lists of the top 20 companies providing AI Coaching & Learner Support and AI Content Creation & Authoring, highlighting the vendors driving innovation in learning technology.
The newly published NHS 10 Year Health Plan for England sets out a bold and necessary vision for the future of healthcare. For those working in workforce, HR, and people development roles, it’s more than a policy document, it’s a roadmap for how we’ll need to lead, support, and shape the NHS workforce over the next decade.
Speexx was honored in the Online Learning Experience category for its innovative platform that empowers global workforces to build and maintain the skills that matter.
Fosway Group, in association with UNLEASH, has launched the latest wave of its HR Realities research. Now in its 12th year, the research explores how HR teams are managing their people strategies against a backdrop of uncertain economics, digital transformation, talent shortages, AI proliferation and shifting workplace dynamics.
Hosted by Jake Humphrey and visiting professor Damian Hughes, the High Performance Podcast has become a global phenomenon—exploring the minds, methods, and motivations behind the world’s most successful people.
A radically different approach to safety training has gone viral - in the form of a sound-alike MC Hammer song. The animated video, created by Acteon, has captured the attention of a whole new audience on TikTok - five years after it was first commissioned.
Why Microsoft’s latest Work Trend Index challenges L&D to rethink time, teams and technology.
Ross Stevenson, founder of learning consultancy Steal These Thoughts, has released an AI readiness assessment aimed at learning and development professionals.
The National Physical Laboratory has launched a new digital learning platform to expand access to STEM training. The system supports blended delivery, personalised pathways, and advanced analytics, aligning with national efforts to scale technical skills in science and engineering.
The latest round of product updates from learning technology vendors, including Docebo, Axonify, Go1, Udemy, ReadSpeaker, Kahoot!, Cognota, Thrive and Cornerstone.
Workplace learning platform Axonify has launched a new AI-powered content development tool, ‘Co-Creator’, designed to help organisations transform business materials into training content. The announcement follows the appointment of Melissa Burghardt as the company’s new CEO.
Webinar offers practical guidance ahead of awards submission deadline.
Youth-focused outdoor learning initiative exceeds targets and calls for policy integration.
New research from Employment Hero highlights a widening gap in AI use between leaders and junior staff, with poor implementation linked to productivity loss. Smaller firms are most at risk, prompting calls for more inclusive, skills-focused AI adoption strategies.
Cornerstone has launched a new integration with Salesforce’s AgentExchange, enabling AI-driven learning to be embedded directly into CRM workflows. The move supports skills development in the flow of work and advances multi-agent interoperability across enterprise systems.
CIM and MMI continue partnership to collectively advance the marketing profession in Macau and the UK. The collaboration will support marketers throughout Macau and the UK, assisting career development. British and Macanese marketers will gain access to cutting-edge resources designed to enhance their skills and boost organisational performance.
Thrive welcomed 28 new customers in the first half of 2025, and beat 2024’s revenue in just six months. Named a Times Top 50 Fastest Growing Tech Company, new wins include Lion TV, Next, and the Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team.
Roger Grogan, Founder and CEO of Jam Coding, which won the gold Learning Provider Award earlier this year, joins Learning News.
Degreed's new analysis spotlights the trends reshaping workplace learning priorities this year. Here's what's gaining momentum and what's falling out of favour.
HR transformation specialist Lavasource has appointed two senior leaders to support what it describes as a new phase of global expansion. Glen Bagnall joins as Change Management Leader, while Shayne Byron becomes Global Head of Finance.
The Learning & Development sector is rapidly evolving, with new opportunities and challenges shaping the futures of professionals in the field. Join CLO100 for an interactive panel discussion on Thursday, 10 July.
CoachHub has launched AIMY, an AI-driven coaching tool designed to support employee development at scale by providing accessible, personalised coaching across the workforce.
Graduates face shrinking job prospects as AI reshapes employer expectations. Experts urge universities to prioritise digital and AI literacy to better align with evolving workforce needs.
Industry groups and professional bodies broadly welcomed the UK’s new industrial strategy, but warn its success depends on sustained workforce investment. While targeted skills funding is seen as a positive first step, leaders stress the need for broader inclusion and employer-focused delivery across all sectors.
The UK’s industrial strategy and skills funding package, announced this week, reframes skills as a national asset and a pillar of economic resilience and sovereignty.
LPI Launches “LPI AIR” – A Comprehensive Suite of AI-Readiness Services for the Future-Forward Workforce
This month, we’ve partnered with Turning Point to explore the upcoming EU Pay Transparency Directive and what it means for your reward strategy. It’s a timely read for any HR leader looking to go beyond compliance and build a more equitable, transparent workplace.
Matt Conway and Michael Ouzzan of Second Nature will showcase the ways that AI-powered role play learning can improve employee confidence and prepare teams to master every situation, no matter how complex or challenging; Learning Live AI Edition, 26 June, London.
You’ve heard of FOMO, but what about FOBO?
The Open University’s latest Business Barometer reveals that most UK employers lack a plan for future skills, despite mounting shortages. The report urges bold action, with Gen Z ready to engage, but leadership, investment and strategy falling short.
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