Young People Across the UK and Ireland to Gain Greater Access to Innovation and Employer Experiences

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, a free national tech-for-good competition, returns for a seventh year with expanded regional workshops, giving more 11-to-18-year-olds across the UK and Ireland the chance to bring their tech ideas to life As schools across the UK place growing emphasis on creativity, careers education and real-world employer experiences, Samsung UK has expanded…

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Discovery Education and ClickView announce partnership to bring Espresso to more UK classrooms

This partnership gives UK primary schools continued access to Espresso, alongside thousands more curriculum-aligned videos and resources Discovery Education today announced a partnership with ClickView, the video learning platform trusted by over 11,000 schools, 1 million teachers, and 7 million students and a fast-growing alternative to YouTube in classrooms. The partnership gives UK primary schools…

New digital divide emerging between young people due to AI, warns education not-for-profit

Britain risks raising a generation of AI and tech consumers rather than creators unless young people are given opportunities to understand, question and create with artificial intelligence from an early age, according to the Micro:bit Educational Foundation. The not-for-profit warns the next digital divide will not just be defined by access to technology but by…

Smart Devices, Smarter Cheating? Ofqual Warns of Growing AI Exam Threat

High-tech smart devices and AI-enabled tools are posing a growing threat to the integrity of exams, according to Ofqual Chief Regulator Sir Ian Bauckham, who warned regulators must “move really fast” to keep pace with rapidly evolving technology.   Speaking on Ofqual’s new podcast series, Bauckham highlighted concerns around the increasing sophistication of devices including…

The rise of AI Chatbot engagement – Linguistics and safeguarding implications

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into the everyday lives of children and young people, schools are beginning to observe new forms of online behaviour that extend beyond conventional safeguarding models. A growing concern in this area is the fascination with AI chatbots, where ongoing interaction with conversational AI may start to indicate emotional dependence…

ChargeLite™ USB-C: A Smarter, Future-Ready Charging Solution for UK Schools

Built for Modern Learning: Key Features of ChargeLite™ USB-C USB-C Power Delivery (PD) for Faster Turnaround ChargeLite™ uses USB-C PD technology to charge laptops and tablets more quickly and efficiently. For schools operating on tight timetables, this means devices are ready for lessons sooner, helping staff avoid delays and ensuring dependable access to digital tools….

LGfL launches free Artificial Intelligence Policy Toolkit to help schools put safeguarding first

Edtech charity LGfL-The National Grid for Learning has launched a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Toolkit for schools across the UK. Designed for senior leaders and Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), the toolkit provides a practical framework to develop safe, effective and future-ready AI policies, aligned with Keeping Children Safe in Education and  Department for Education…

King’s College London and ICS.AI collaborate to deliver safe, personalised AI in higher education

King’s College London piloted AI to give students and staff the benefits of generative AI without compromising academic integrity   London, UK; 19th February 2026: King’s College London has piloted ICS.AI’s SMART: Learn (known as the KEATS AI Pilot during the collaboration) to explore how a university approved teaching and learning AI copilot could help students…

ChargeLite™ USB-C: A Smarter, Future-Ready Charging Solution for UK Schools

ChargeLite™ USB-C continues to support schools with a practical, future-aligned charging solution designed for today’s digital learning environments. With most UK classrooms now relying on laptops, tablets and shared devices throughout the day, schools need charging systems that are fast, consistent and simple to manage. ChargeLite™ delivers this with robust USB-C Power Delivery (PD) technology,…

Last Chance to Enter: Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow Competition Nears Deadline as Young People Call for Tech Solutions to Real-World Issues

With less than a week left until entries close on 1 February, Samsung is urging teachers across the UK to support their students in entering this year’s Solve for Tomorrow competition – a tech‑for‑good challenge designed to give young people the chance to turn their ideas into real‑world solutions and win exciting prizes, including Samsung…

ViewSonic Unveils Industry’s First Android 16-Powered Interactive Displays and Education Ecosystem Innovations at Bett 2026

 The new EDLA-certified ViewBoard IFP35-1 and IFP41-1 Series combine Android 16, advanced multi-touch technology, energy-efficient sensors, and integrated software to support modern K–12 and higher education environments. ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual and EdTech solutions, has showcased two new ViewBoard® series at Bett 2026, marking the industry’s first Android 16-powered interactive displays for…

DFRobot Unveils Hands-On AI & Robotics Solutions for All Grade Levels at Bett 2026

Hands-on Autonomous Driving from “Perception” to “Decision” One of the highlights is a vision-based autonomous driving project using the Maqueen Plus V3 robot and HuskyLens 2 AI vision sensor. Moving beyond line-following, the robot makes driving decisions—such as obstacle avoidance and route planning—based entirely on what it “sees”, helping students understand the complete process from perception…

Acer Debuts Its First Chromebooks for Students Powered by MediaTek Kompanio 540 Processor

LONDON (January 21, 2026) Acer today expanded its award-winning education portfolio with the unveiling of the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 and Acer Chromebook 311, its first two education Chromebooks powered by the newly available MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor, designed to help students master 21st-century skills through a high-performance, power-efficient platform. Packaged in durable designs that…

ViewSonic to Showcase Scalable Education Ecosystem from Classrooms to Campus Environments at Bett 2026

The showcase will feature next-generation interactive displays, updated myViewBoard software, and large-format visual solutions designed for real-world deployment across modern education environments. ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual and EdTech solutions, will showcase the latest additions to its hardware and software ecosystem at Bett 2026 under the theme “Innovation for Education.” The showcase,…

ViewSonic Launches Innovative LDE Series to Bring dvLED Experiences Within Reach

Designed to reduce system complexity, the LDE Series supports faster installation and lower entry barriers for system integrators and AV professionals.  ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, is expanding the LED display lineup with the launch of the LDE Series, pre-configured All-in-One Direct View LED Displays that integrate all power and control…

Northfleet School for Girls Cuts Costs and Boosts Student Device Access with LapSafe® Smart Lockers

Previously, manually loaning laptops for lessons or homework consumed hours of staff time, requiring the logging of requests, tracking of returns, and chasing of overdue items. This often resulted in delays and missed learning opportunities for students. The introduction of LapSafe®’s Envoy™ Smart Lockers, powered by ONARKEN®, has transformed this process into a secure, self-service…

Countdown to Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow: A National Challenge Bringing Careers Education to Life

With less than a month to go before entries close, Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow is inviting schools across the UK to take part in its flagship tech-for-good competition for students aged 11–18. This free, curriculum-linked programme is mapped to Gatsby Benchmarks 4, 5, and 6, helping teachers embed careers education without adding to workload. Students…

LEADING ED TECH PROVIDER INVITES SCHOOLS TO JOIN NATIONAL FESTIVE POETRY COMPETITION

LEADING education technology provider Daisy Education has launched its annual Festive Poem Competition, offering schools a unique opportunity to spark student creativity through poetry and win a year’s subscription to DreamBox Reading Plus for an entire class.  Teachers are invited to encourage students to write a poem on the theme “Festive Feelings”. Whether magical, funny…

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