A new blog from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman forecasts that AI agents will begin replacing routine cognitive work in 2025, accelerating the pressure on L&D leaders to radically reframe skills, systems and learning cycles, within a window far shorter than typical planning horizons.
Employees prioritise career growth over pay when engaging in training; 32.6% cite advancement as main motivator; only 15.2% choose financial incentives; High demand for skill-building, personalisation and autonomy; Many lack control or guidance; Majority open to AI-driven learning; Study on the future of L&D.
New research highlights engagement challenges with Baby Boomers and Gen Z, and limited organisational response.
The former England Cricket captain, Sir Andrew Strauss, will speak on mindset, adaptability, and performance under pressure at next week’s Training & Development Summit in London.
HR and L&D leaders who align learning and development with core business priorities are significantly more likely to meet or exceed their top strategic goals, by as much as 122% compared to their peers.
Interview with Mindtools and Kineo CEO, Shabnam Shahani.
Deloitte is investing in a new agentic network to accelerate AI solutions and reimagine work processes, while upskilling its workforce to help drive agentic AI implementation with clients.
The International Coaching Federation Germany has collaborated with CoachHub to develop AIMY™, the AI coach, ensuring top industry standards.
Jeff Fissell presents GP Strategies’ new ai-powered learning content development platform.
Matt Donovan, GP Strategies, in discussion with Learning News on the AI revolution in workplace learning.
Rebecca McDowall and Richard Price, explain the importance of the Learning Network community and go through its upcoming events.
Farley Thomas, Manageable, in discussion with Learning News at Learning Technologies 2025.
Giles Smith, CEO, Media Zoo, at Learning Technologies 2025.
Laura Martin, Open LMS, explains the benefits of the open source LMS in discussion with Learning News at Learning Technologies 2025.
Hugh McNeela, ReadSpeaker, in discussion with Learning News at Learning Technologies 2025.
Simon Bratt on a new vendor-focussed, readiness role in learning and development.
Andy Wooler with an appeal to the learning sector in aid of Ukraine.
Henry White, xUnlocked, in discussion with Learning News at Learning Technologies 2025.
The latest learning provider to announce its portfolio of AI products; Docebo unveils product and technology roadmap to become an AI-First learning platform.
AI is stepping in to democratise access to coaching but can AI coaching really deliver the same impact as human coaches? CoachHub debunks myths about AI coaching, from concerns over bias to fears about diminished critical thinking.
Podcast-style workplace training model aims to reach disengaged audiences such as deskless and neurodiverse workers.
AI technology to shape the next frontier of digital adoption.
Kahoot! and TED announce a TED@Work channel on the Kahoot! platform.
TalentSmartEQ’s 2025 State of EQ Report reveals a shift towards a people-first approach and the role of emotional intelligence in creating stronger relationships, productivity and creating more resilient teams.
Digital coaching platform CoachHub has announced AIMY, an AI coaching solution created with a built-in technology collaboration with Microsoft.
U.S. employee engagement hit a 10-year low in 2024, with only 31% engaged, threatening productivity, retention and business success, especially among Gen Z. Sean D'Arcy, Chief Solutions Officer at Kahoot!, points to game-based learning, inclusive teams and alignment of purpose and strategy, as action areas for HR professionals.
Research reveals perception gap between leaders and their teams has grown by 75% over five-year period.
Creative services group's third acquisition in as many months; targets rapid expansion in learning market.
Mentor Labs launches on-demand, virtual scenarios to test and consolidate sales skills in non-customer facing environments.
Designed to support employee growth throughout their entire career journey, Bob Learning aligns professional development with managerial objectives and business needs within current workflows.
A project to help more than 25,000 young people living in England’s most socially disadvantaged areas to connect with nature and rural life through nights under the stars, is underway.
Investment to enhance digital adoption product suite through organic growth and acquisitions and expand presence in US, EMEA, and APAC regions.
Knowledge workers are optimistic about significant boosts to productivity, with AI poised to redefine workflows, drive innovation, and unlock new opportunities for growth.
A U.S. report has found that while employees cite ongoing skills development a priority for their performance, continuous upskilling is not yet the norm for most workers.
Conference Chair, Donald H Taylor, joins Rob Clarke with his observations on Learning Technologies 2024.
Frank Furnari, CEO, ARuVR on the future of immersive technology in L&D.
Toby Harris presents how using AI Filtered can now quickly build individual skill frameworks for large employers which historically was difficult, costly and time-consuming to achieve.
Myles Runham, Fosway, with an assessment of market conditions.
Steve Dineen, at Learning Technologies 2024, explains what new in the Fuse learning platform.
GuyKat Founder and CEO, Guy McEvoy, at Learning Technologies 2024.
Nadya Stels, iSpring, with Learning News at Learning Technologies 2024.
Helen Simpson explains how Jam Pan has evolved from a freelance agency into a digital learning services partner.
Cammy Bean explains Kineo's market position at Learning Technologies 2024.
Ben Betts gives an update on Learning Pool in 2024, talking about a new digital adoption platform, Learning Pool's use of AI and future innovations in learning with AI.
Lucy Lewis, Director of Business and Strategy, on where Netex fits in the market, its priorities and challenges for the year ahead.
Learning News with Patrick Jocelyn and Renée Fredlund from digital learning services provider, Omniplex Learning, at Learning Technologies 2024.
New Mind Tools CEO, Shabnam Shahani, with Learning News at Learning Technologies 2024.
Emil Reisser-Weston joins Learning News to explain all about Open eLMS and its inbuilt AI authoring, openelms.ai, for quickly creating elearning, learning pathways and recommendations.
Camilia Miccolis, Rise Up, with Learning News at Learning Technologies 2024.
Lefteris Ntouanoglou explains how Schoox is using AI to connect skills and jobs and learning content
Danny Abdo and Corey Hynes join Learning News at Learning Technologies 2024 to introduce Skillable, a platform that connects learning with work and helps employees to prove skills.
Armin Hopp joins Learning News at Learning Technologies 2024 with the latest on Speexx and its unique all-in-one platform for business coaching, mentoring and language training.
Josh Cardoz, Chief Creative & Learning Officer at Sponge, explains where Sponge fits in the market and its learning experience and strategy proposition.
Jon Synnott from business-focussed LMS vendor Thought Industries at Learning Technologies 2024.
Thrive announced Thrive AI at LT2024. CLO Helen Marshall talks to Learning News about its position in the market and the challenges ahead.
Lars Hyland explains what's new at Totara at Learning Technologies 2024.
Ben Laycock from Valamis at Learning Technologies with news of Valamis' new brand identity aimed at connecting L&D with business strategy.
Julie Drybrough on creating spaces for conversations and the culture needed for successful technology and transformation.
Steve Wheeler provides a summary of AI and mixed reality learning tech and how L&D is responding.
Rise Up has announced the acquisition of adaptive learning specialist, Domoscio; Personalised skills assessments and learning paths at scale.
Andy Wooler from Area9 Lyceum talks to Learning News at Learning Technologies 2024 about his work running aid into Ukraine and explains how the L&D community can help.
Amy Tessitore, Open LMS, joins Learning News with an update on the open source learning management system and its new features added in 2024.
Learning and development software provider, Kallidus, has announced Harry Chapman-Walker as CEO, taking over from Stephen Read.
Global professional services business, Accenture, has announced it is purchasing the digital education business, Udacity, for an undisclosed sum and investing $1 billion over three years to meet clients’ training needs.
Dr. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch, FLPI, recipient of the Colin Steed Award at this year's Learning Awards, talks about her career in Learning and Development.
A new book from Nigel Paine poses a rethink for learning at work.
The market for Learning Management Systems will grow to $51.9 billion over the next four years, according to a new report.
Skill Dynamics, a provider of supply chain and procurement training has acquired the compliance training business, Content Enablers.
Interview with Marc Rouhana, CEO, OnScreen.
The annual Global Sentiment Survey in L&D finds AI the hottest topic, ever.
Work and Salary Report for Learning & Development published; interview with Nick Jones from recruiter, Blue Eskimo.
A new report has the market for e-learning services, worldwide, growing at 18.6% CAGR from $217 Billion to $842 Billion between 2023 and 2030.
What will be hot in Learning and Development in the year ahead?
UK's top companies are failing to meet stakeholder demands for transparency on their websites in investor relations, careers and ESG; but L&D performed better.
The LPI's Chief AI Strategist, Jon Fletcher, discusses Learning and Development’s AI priorities.
Interview with Kineo's new learning content product manager, Anthony Muller, on the challenge facing its content development teams.
Omniplex Learning's customer conference: a journey into the future of L&D.
Training Journal, the longest-standing learning publication, at 58 years, has appointed Jo Cook as Editor.
Interview with David Gillham from the digital video authoring application, Colossyan.
The funding will support the company's plan to scale its platform to different markets, hire new talent and expand its product suite.
Mind Tools and Learning Pool join Learning News to discuss their content and AI collaboration, "AI Conversations", to help managers with difficult conversations.
The HR Summit aims to foster innovative thinking, share inspiring ideas, and promote community connections. The continuing mission is to curate an engaging programme featuring visionary keynote presentations, real-life case studies and interactive forums delivered by compelling speakers and expert moderators. To achieve this vision, the collaborators are chosen with great precision - seeking professionals who have deep expertise and hands-on experience, and can present cutting-edge insights that spark conversation.
Cornerstone report reveals UK employers are not meeting skills development needs; Interview with Mike Bollinger.
Vyond today announced the new release of its award-winning video creation platform. This release brings the power of generative AI inside Vyond, in existing workflows, where and when it is needed the most. Now, any video element imaginable is available at the click of a button.
Thrive has announced new investment, all-new product development and a whole new brand. Mark Ward joins Learning News to discuss the company’s new direction.
This October HRSE is poised to deliver its most comprehensive and engaging experience to date, spanning an exhilarating five-day schedule, with a masterclass, two conference and exhibition days, an awards ceremony and two days of dedicated certified workshops on key HR themes focused on the future of work.
Learning and development professionals employed in the healthcare sector say possibilities are endless for generative artificial intelligence and VR tools.
Interview with Gary Lipkowitz, Vyond and Leena Randhawa, Omniplex Learning.
Tom McDowall shares what's in store at Connect 2023, London 17 November.
Working Transitions’ Industry expert explores how you can retain talent through coaching and how developing line managers' coaching skills benefits the whole organisation.
The Chartered Institute of Marketing launches new courses to help business to communicate green credentials. Maggie Jones, Associate Director of Qualifications and Partnerships, at the Chartered Institute of Marketing, joins Learning News.
AI video startup, Colossyan, has introduced side view avatars to improve the authenticity of scenario-based training videos.
KWC Global - formerly Kissing With Confidence launched its new name, logo, and rebrand at Learning Live on 14th September. Having recently moved from purely in-person training to a hybrid approach, the new brand and name represents its new global approach.
An engaging community app for senior L&D professionals.
Go1’s acquisition of Blinkist and a new model for consumption of learning content.
Learning and Development in organizations: Reflecting on 20 years of research - interview with Anna Barnett and Nahdia Khan, Mind Tools for Business.
What makes a great workplace? Louise McElvaney talks about Learning Pool's award for Best Workplaces for Women.
Rosetta Stone's new AI-powered language assessments deepen the company's line of language learning solutions. The patented assessments provide precise scores aligned to recognized global language standards, heightening an organization’s ability to identify and hire top multilingual talent, empowering global expansion and improving customer satisfaction scores.
How the Lego group is rethinking behaviour change and human-centred cyber-security, with Ceri Jones from Lego group and Kate Pasterfield, host of The Unforgettable Learning Podcast.
CLO100 is excited to announce its partnership with THRIVE, an innovative digital learning and skills platform designed to provide delegates with an unparalleled experience on the Learning Leaders Programme.