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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) stories

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) encompass crucial principles aimed at fostering workplaces and communities where all individuals are respected, empowered, and given equitable opportunities to succeed, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, ability, or background. This tag explores how organisations across sectors are integrating DEI values into hiring practices, leadership development, corporate responsibility, and innovation strategies.

Our recent stories highlight a broad spectrum of efforts and challenges related to DEI—from companies achieving certifications for inclusive workplaces and recognising the role of women in leadership, to addressing gender pay gaps, combating unconscious bias, and promoting diversity in STEM and technology fields. They also shed light on the intersection of DEI with digital transformation, human resource strategies, sustainability goals, and emerging technologies like AI.

By reading these stories, you can gain insights into practical approaches for implementing DEI initiatives, understand the measurable benefits that diversity brings to business performance and innovation, and learn about ongoing barriers such as gender disparities, inclusion of LGBTQ+ employees, and supporting neurodiversity. Whether you are a leader, employee, or advocate, this tag offers valuable perspectives on building workplaces and industries that embrace equity and foster a culture of belonging.

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Pinwheel lands 2026 Earthshot nod amid rapid growth

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London climate tech firm Pinwheel secures 2026 Earthshot Prize nomination as surging demand reshapes corporate climate and nature strategy.
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CelcomDigi completes IOI estate-wide mobile rollout

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CelcomDigi finishes IOI estate-wide 4G rollout, linking over 100 plantations and nearby rural communities for digital operations and services.
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Rithum reshapes leadership with new CRO and CFO appointments

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Commerce software group Rithum hires Gregory Banning as CRO and elevates Caitlin Hauser to CFO as it revamps its senior leadership team.
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Schneider Electric unveils AI-first Resource Advisor+

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Schneider Electric has launched Resource Advisor+, an AI-first platform unifying energy, emissions and supply chain data for smarter decarbonisation.
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Wordly forecasts AI to impact three key areas of events sector

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Wordly predicts AI-driven personalisation, live captions and multilingual tools will define leaner, data-led events and trade shows by 2026.
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How AI helps neurodivergent professionals showcase their strengths

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AI tools like Copilot are helping neurodivergent professionals cut cognitive load, boost confidence and turn difference into leadership strength.
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Rimini Street honoured for agentic AI & client success

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Rimini Street secures multiple awards for agentic AI, customer service and leadership, as Hitachi Vantara client also earns industry honour.
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CelcomDigi powers IOI estates with new 4G networks

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CelcomDigi completes over 100 new 4G sites across IOI plantations, boosting estate connectivity, automation plans and rural coverage in Malaysia.
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OVHcloud outlines 2026 vision for Canada’s digital future

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OVHcloud VP of the Americas says digital sovereignty, green AI infrastructure and quantum planning will define Canada’s digital economy by 2026.
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Connecting global workforces through intelligent video

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AI-powered intelligent video is helping global HR teams turn dispersed workforces into more connected, inclusive and engaged communities.
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Microsoft & unions sign landmark AI workplace deal

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Microsoft and the ACTU have struck a first-of-its-kind AI pact to boost worker skills, protect union roles and shape fairer tech policy.
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Clean data as the digital foundation of modern Australia

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Clean, trusted data is emerging as Australia’s invisible infrastructure, vital to unity, fair access to services and a resilient digital future.
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StarHub earns first CDP ‘A’ for climate risk strategy

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StarHub secures its first CDP ‘A’ climate rating, as energy, renewables and supply chain reforms sharpen its decarbonisation strategy.
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How organisations can turn conversations around digital accessibility into action

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To turn digital accessibility talk into action, organisations must embed inclusive design, AI and governance across the product lifecycle.
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NBN hits 25 GWh energy goal early with fibre upgrades

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NBN cuts network energy use by 25 GWh two years early as fibre upgrades, wireless tweaks and cable switch-offs drive efficiency gains.
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Indosat hailed among top Southeast Asia workplaces

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Indosat has been named to the 2025 Fortune Best Companies to Work For Southeast Asia list, the only Indonesian telecoms operator recognised.
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NBN Co completes solar deals to hit 100% renewables

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NBN taps Queensland solar farm to complete energy deals and power its broadband network with 100% renewable electricity from late 2025.
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Australian firms deepen tech role in climate strategy

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Australian IT teams are taking charge of climate goals, but data gaps and weak ROI metrics still limit real sustainability progress.
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Willow & BNP Paribas bring AI to European buildings

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Willow and BNP Paribas Real Estate link AI with digital twins to turn European buildings into conversational, data-driven assets.
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Cloudflare blocks billions of attacks on elections, media

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Cloudflare says it now blocks nearly 10 billion cyber attacks a month on elections, media and NGOs, amid rising AI and security threats.