The programme will support people as they develop the in‑demand skills needed for work, study and everyday life. Read more: Government launches new AI initiative for greater access to essential skills

In one of the highest profile examples to date of hallucinated material being submitted to court, Sullivan & Cromwell has apologised that a motion it submitted to the Bankruptcy Court in New York contained inaccurate citations and errors. Sullivan & Cromwell’s opposing counsel Boies Schiller Flexner flagged the errors, including inaccurate regulation and case…
Whether you are in the cyber field or not, skills in security have a range of benefits that can empower virtually every career. Read more: Free and inexpensive cybersecurity courses to undertake in 2026

Global law firm Hogan Lovells has joined a network of more than fifteen international firms to launch the Global Legal Tech Alliance, a cross-border collaboration designed to give law firms an even more active role in developing and deploying the technology that is reshaping legal practice. The other member firms include Tilleke & Gibbins, Moll…
UL’s vice-president for research and innovation Prof Kevin Ryan discusses the university’s Changemakers initiative and what people can expect for Research Week 2026. Read more: How UL is looking for ‘changemakers’ amid Research Week 2026

In a significant in-house legal win for Definely, British supermarket chain Asda has selected Definely’s specialist drafting and review tools to speed up complex contract reviews across its legal function. We’re told that since its launch, Definely’s ‘Proof’ product – designed to automate document review and identify inconsistencies – has seen strong adoption. Definely’s…
Marill previously led financial services and automotive industry at Facebook and Instagram. Read more: OpenAI taps Airbnb exec as first EMEA managing director
Blue Mountain has stated that the acquisition of CompuCal will enable the organisation to strengthen its presence across key European markets. Read more: EAM platform Blue Mountain acquires Cork’s CompuCal
As it vies to catch up with rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic, SpaceX has done a deal to purchase the fast-growing AI coding start-up Cursor. Read more: SpaceX agrees right to buy AI coding darling Cursor for $60bn
Bloomberg reports that users gained access to Mythos the same day Anthropic announced its limited release. Read more: Anthropic probing reported Mythos leak on Discord