In the first Newsflash of 2026, the latest L&D news, reports, research and updates, personally compiled by TJ’s Editor, Jo Cook. This week: VR learning research, Meta’s paid link limits, subtle return-to-office tactics, and what the Coursera–Udemy merger means for…
AI is changing work, and it’s calling our bluff. When machines do more of the grind, engagement becomes personal. It’s no longer about perks, but the effort you put in. Grant Wyatt shows how achieving fulfilment at work comes from…
AI is quietly rewriting the deal between employers and employees, and L&D sits right at the centre of it. From mindset shifts to self-directed learning, what does this mean in practice? Yomi Tejumola explores how AI is reshaping responsibility, capability…
Big change is coming for HR and L&D in 2026, and standing still isn’t an option. From AI and skills gaps to retention headaches and hybrid work tensions, what should leaders focus on? Let’s break down the seven trends shaping the year ahead, with practical, no-nonsense…
