Why Cybersecurity Risk Management Is Critical for Schools in 2026

Education's combination of high-value data, sophisticated threats, and operational complexity makes cybersecurity risk management a top priority.

Tech Outlook 2026: What Education Leaders Expect this Year

We asked technology leaders in education for their predictions on how the tech landscape will change for schools and districts in the coming year. Here's what they told us.

2026 Predictions for AI and Ed Tech in K-12 Education: What Industry Leaders Are Saying

In an open call last month, we asked education-serving industry leaders to weigh in on how AI and ed tech will impact schools and districts in the coming year. Here's what they told us.

How AI Is Transforming Teaching, Engagement, and Equity in K–12

AI's value depends on the educators and leaders who wield it with intention and a commitment to equity, fairness, responsibility, and balance.

When Technology Serves Learning, Not the Other Way Around

A reflection on designing learning experiences where technology supports instruction rather than defines it.

Education's AI Safety Blind Spot: Only 6% of Student-Facing Systems Are Tested

Many education institutions have a troubling gap in AI security: AI systems affecting students, including minors, deployed without adversarial testing to identify vulnerabilities before attackers or unintended behaviors cause harm.

Apple and Google Announce AI Deal to Bring Gemini Models to Siri

Apple and Google have embarked on a multiyear partnership that will put Google's Gemini models and cloud technology at the core of the next generation of Apple Foundation Models, a move that could help Apple accelerate long-promised upgrades to Siri while handing Google a high-profile distribution win on the iPhone.

How to Streamline Employee Onboarding and Reduce Administrative Burden

Milpitas School District uses clarity, consistency, and communication to simplify hiring and set new employees up for success.

Microsoft Offers AI Community for Educators with 'Elevate' Program

Microsoft has introduced Elevate for Educators, a new program designed to "provide educators and school leaders with access to a global community, professional development, and resources to confidently integrate AI into teaching and learning."

CrowdStrike to Acquire Identity Security Company SGNL

AI-based cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has signed a definitive agreement to acquire identity security firm SGNL in a deal valued at approximately $740 million.

Lumio Updates Speed AI-Powered Lesson Creation

Lumio, the learning platform from SMART Technologies, is introducing new AI enhancements to help speed lesson creation for teachers.

New & Upcoming K–12 Grants