K-12 Technology News

Here you'll find the latest news from the education technology world, from the newest hardware and software releases to policy and funding updates to research reports to school and district tech initiatives. Looking for more in-depth coverage of important topics? Be sure to visit our Features page.


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Gartner Names Agentic AI Top Tech Trend for 2025

Research firm Gartner has named Agentic AI as the top tech trend for 2025. The term describes autonomous machine "agents" that move beyond query-and-response generative chatbots to do enterprise-related tasks without human guidance.

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'Early Version' of ChatGPT Windows App Now Available

OpenAI has introduced a new ChatGPT Windows desktop app, about five months after the macOS version became available.

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N.C. District to Build New K–12 Innovation Center

Edgecombe County Public Schools in Edgecombe, N.C., has received $62 million in government funding for the development of the new North Edgecombe School of Innovation, according to a news release.

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Juniper Intros AI-Native Networking and Security Management Platform

Juniper Networks has launched a new solution that integrates security and networking management under a unified cloud and artificial intelligence engine.

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OneDrive Update Adds Copilot AI Tech

Microsoft has announced new enterprise capabilities in its OneDrive cloud storage service, many of which leverage the company's Copilot AI capabilities.

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New AI Collaborative to Explore Use of Artificial Intelligence to Improve Teaching and Learning

Education-focused nonprofits Leading Educators and The Learning Accelerator have partnered to launch the School Teams AI Collaborative, a yearlong pilot initiative that will convene school teams, educators, and thought leaders to explore ways that artificial intelligence can enhance instruction.

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Applications Open for DiscoverE STEM Grant Opportunities

Discover Engineering is accepting applications for Engineers Week and Girl Day 2025, two grant opportunities dedicated to inspiring the next generation of innovators through experiential learning in the field of engineering.

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Rubrik, Okta Partner on AI-Driven Identity Threat Protection

Cybersecurity companies Rubrik and Okta are partnering to offer a new AI-powered identity threat protection solution.

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Call for Entries: 2024 THE Journal Product Awards

The entry period for the 2024 THE Journal Product Awards is now open.

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Gartner Report: Generative AI Taking Over SD-WAN Management

In a few years, nearly three quarters of network operators will use generative AI for SD-WAN management, according to a new report from market research firm Gartner.