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CompTIA launches AI Agent Essentials course for workers

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CompTIA unveils AI Agent Essentials to help non-technical staff understand autonomous workplace tools and the risks of agentic systems.
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CompTIA launches AI course for frontline help desks

Thu, 26th Feb 2026
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CompTIA unveils AI Help Desk Essentials course to train frontline IT support teams in safe, effective use of generative AI chatbots.
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CompTIA launches SecAI+ to tackle AI security skills

Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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CompTIA unveils SecAI+ certification to equip cybersecurity professionals with AI security, risk management and governance skills.
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Astra unveils cloud scanner to cut misconfig alert noise

Mon, 12th Jan 2026
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Astra launches a continuous cloud scanner for AWS, Azure and GCP, promising fewer false alerts by validating which risks are truly exploitable.
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Btech targets Asia-Pacific with managed cloud integration push

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Btech expands into Asia-Pacific with managed cloud and open-source integration, targeting finance, telecoms, manufacturing and public sectors for digital transformation.
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CompTIA launches AI course to boost workplace skills & confidence

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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CompTIA launches AI Prompting Essentials course to build practical AI skills and boost confidence for workers across all job roles and experience levels.
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Comptia A+ certification updated with AI & cybersecurity

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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The CompTIA A+ certification has been revamped to address crucial areas like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, reflecting the shifting landscape of tech support roles.
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CompTIA launches CloudNetX certification for IT experts

Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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CompTIA has launched CompTIA CloudNetX, a new certification for senior IT professionals, to validate advanced skills in hybrid network solutions.
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Balancing human talent and AI remains key challenge

Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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A new CompTIA whitepaper highlights the challenges of integrating AI with human talent, emphasising the need for strategic planning and upskilling.
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Positive outlook for tech sector predicted in CompTIA's IT Industry Outlook 2024

Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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Positive predictions for 2024's tech sector, spanning various branches, are revealed in CompTIA's latest report.
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CompTIA forms ASEAN Community Executive Council to boost tech industry growth

Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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CompTIA forms ASEAN Community Executive Council, aiming to foster growth within the region's tech industry for the benefit of businesses and the region as a whole.
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CompTIA finds cybersecurity balancing act getting harder

Fri, 22nd Sep 2023
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New research from CompTIA reveals slow progress in cybersecurity, as competing interests create challenges for decision makers and practitioners.
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Enterprises yet to fully commit to cybersecurity - CompTIA

Wed, 28th Sep 2022
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Fortifying cybersecurity defences is an ongoing challenge for many organizations, according to new research from CompTIA.
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Organisations falling behind on security preparedness, mindset shift required

Wed, 29th Sep 2021
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New report from CompTIA highlights the need for new thinking in cybersecurity policies and processes to meet evolving threats.
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CompTIA responds to ransomware attack by forming Rapid Response Team and releasing resources

Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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CompTIA responds to the recent large scale ransomeware attack by forming a Rapid Response Team and making CompTIA ISAO resources publicly available.
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Help desk responsibilities increase with advances in AI, cybersecurity, remote working, and cloud computing

Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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CompTIA finds help desk responsibilities are broadening as AI, cybersecurity, remote working, and cloud computing becoming more prevalent.
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New artificial intelligence guide launched to help business decision making

Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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CompTIA has launched a new AI guide to support businesses in their decision-making process, covering over two dozen key considerations in implementing AI.
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CompTIA forms Cybersecurity Advisory Council, led by 16 security execs

Mon, 18th Jan 2021
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CompTIA forms Cybersecurity Advisory Council with industry experts to tackle major cybersecurity challenges and threats in 2021 and beyond.
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New CompTIA cybersecurity skills certification available worldwide

Tue, 17th Nov 2020
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Private sector business and defense organisations alike rely on CompTIA Security+ to build cybersecurity skills among their frontline cyber defenders.
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Free ICT training made available to ANZ citizens

Tue, 3rd Nov 2020
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CompTIA is offering free online training in information communications technology to people in Australia and New Zealand.