Starring Sodexo, Legoland, AI and more: ETIH rolls out the biggest education technology news stories of the week
We hope all teachers and school staff are settling into the new term and feeling energised for the months ahead. As classrooms fill with the buzz of learning and discovery, we’re here to bring you the latest updates from the world of educational technology to help make this term your most innovative yet.
From groundbreaking AI apps to exciting new tools for personalised learning, this week’s newsletter is packed with insights and stories that highlight the progress and potential shaping education today. Let’s dive into the top stories you won’t want to miss!
Bahrain's Reboot01 advances tech talent development with AI, cyber security, and FinTech training
Reboot Coding Institute, also known as Reboot01, is contributing to Bahrain’s digital transformation by training developers with specialized skills in AI, cyber security, and FinTech.
Launched in partnership with the Labour Fund (Tamkeen) and supported by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB), the institute operates on the global educational platform 01Edu to align its training with industry needs.
Sodexo to launch 100 Food Hive convenience stores on U.S. college campuses by 2026
Sodexo has announced plans to open 100 "Food Hive" convenience stores across U.S. college campuses by 2026.
Food Hive stores are designed with frictionless, cashless checkout systems and feature products from minority- and women-owned businesses. These stores also prioritize offering healthier food options and cater to Gen Z’s preference for community-focused shopping.
LEGOLAND New York adds kinetic dance floors to promote renewable energy awareness
LEGOLAND New York has introduced a new energy-generating feature at its Minifigure Skyflyer attraction through a collaboration with Dutch company Energy Floors.
The installation consists of kinetic dance floors that convert movement into power, integrating renewable energy into the park's operations.
New App Cryptors in the City debuts at CES 2025, blending AI and street art to reimagine heritage tourism
A new app, Cryptors in the City, has been released at CES 2025. The AI-powered platform uses augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and street art to transform cultural tourism.
Designed to connect users with historical figures through interactive experiences, the app turns cities into immersive learning spaces.
Physics teacher and creator Rob Cowen speaks exclusively about New AI-powered study app, Brain Glue
Rob Cowen, a physics teacher with over 14 years of experience in the UK and USA, has launched Brain Glue, an AI-powered app designed to enhance revision for GCSE and A Level students.
Speaking exclusively with ETIH about the launch, Cowen detailed how the app incorporates neuroscience techniques such as spaced repetition and interleaved retrieval practice to improve knowledge retention and student outcomes.
EDULEARN25: Join global education and EdTech innovators in Palma de Mallorca, June 2025
The world of education and technology is constantly evolving, and EDULEARN25 is at the forefront of these changes.
This prestigious annual conference is set to return for its 17th edition from June 30th to July 2nd, 2025, in the stunning city of Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
