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StudentVolunteer.ie wins Most Innovative Digital Transformation at the Education Awards 2026
StudentVolunteer.ie took home the Most Innovative Digital Transformation award at the Education Awards 2026, recognised for a platform that connected students with volunteering opportunities at national scale, generating 22,012 volunteering hours valued at €311,470 through accessible, technology-driven civic engagement. The win sets a strong benchmark for digital transformation in Irish education, demonstrating that the most impactful innovations are those that combine technical advancement with measurable social purpose and genuine inclusivity at their core.
Alliance Franchise Brands launches AI literacy programme to build operational capability across North American franchise network
US franchise organisation Alliance Franchise Brands has launched a systemwide AI literacy initiative to equip nearly 500 franchise members across North America with practical AI training.
Gyeongbok University launches serious accident management training programme for construction site professionals
South Korean institution Gyeongbok University has launched a 35-hour specialised training programme on serious accident management for construction site technicians.
Pelican Capital invests in Steplab to accelerate teacher professional development platform's international expansion
UK private equity firm Pelican Capital has invested in Steplab, a teacher professional development platform used by more than 200,000 teachers. The deal supports Steplab's expansion plans across hiring, research, product development and international growth.
GRASP launches website to widen access to fully funded green skills training across Irish and Northern Irish construction sector
A new website for the Green Accelerator Skills Programme has launched to provide access to fully funded green skills training across the construction sector. The €9.8m cross-border initiative is supported by the PEACEPLUS programme and led by South West College.
Wexford e-learning firm QedON launches ExpertEd platform to widen access to affordable professional training
Wexford-based e-learning company QedON has launched ExpertEd, a shared digital platform enabling industry experts and organisations to create and sell professional online courses.
Google launches Gemini for Science platform to support AI-assisted research across academic and enterprise settings
US technology company Google has launched Gemini for Science, an AI research platform supporting literature review, hypothesis generation and life sciences workflows. The initiative is backed by collaboration with more than 100 academic and research institutions globally.
OpenAI launches Singapore partnership to establish first international Applied AI Lab and advance education programmes
US-based AI company OpenAI has launched a S$300m (€209m) partnership with Singapore to establish its first Applied AI Lab outside the United States. The initiative supports AI education, workforce development and enterprise adoption across the country.
Medtronic and Society of Colorectal Surgeons Singapore sign MoU to advance surgical education and training
Irish-headquartered medical technology company Medtronic has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Society of Colorectal Surgeons Singapore to support surgical education and knowledge-sharing for colorectal surgeons across Singapore.
Cara Partners launches €6m upskilling programme at Cork facility in partnership with Irish universities
German-owned pharmaceutical manufacturer Cara Partners has launched a €6m three-year upskilling programme at its Cork facility through partnerships with leading Irish academic institutions.
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