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Skillsoft provides cloud-based learning solutions through a large, globally available catalog of courses, videos, and books covering IT, business, leadership, and compliance topics. Access is delivered via a subscription-based online platform, with additional revenue from customized training programs and corporate partnerships. Its platform enables organizations to give employees ongoing access to educational content to develop skills and drive growth. Compared with competitors, Skillsoft differentiates itself with a broad, enterprise-focused content library, a long track record (over 20 years), and emphasis on corporate partnerships and global reach to support large-scale deployments. The company’s goal is to build a future-fit workforce by equipping employees with the skills needed for tomorrow’s digital economy.
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1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Nashua, New Hampshire
Founded
1990
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What believers are saying
- LX Design Studio reached general availability on September 10, 2026, accelerating enterprise adoption.
- AI Coach early access and Kyndryl’s September 29, 2026 partnership expand platform relevance.
- Second-quarter retention improved to 95%, and management targets $5 million platform bookings.
What critics are saying
- Skillsoft carries $575 million gross debt and immediate refinancing pressure before maturities.
- Consumer coding demand is collapsing as AI agents reduce code-training purchases.
- If lenders refuse new terms, Skillsoft faces restructuring and equity dilution in 2027.
What makes Skillsoft unique
- Percipio combines learning, assessments, practice, and coaching in one enterprise workflow.
- LX Design Studio turns customer expertise into training content up to 85% faster.
- Skillsoft’s AI-native platform unites skills data with learning outcomes, not content libraries alone.
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0%Kyndryl and Skillsoft expand AI education access to help high school students build future-ready skills. World · SEP 29, 2026 PR Newswire Curriculum equips grades 9-12 students with foundational AI skills, hands-on learning and digital credential opportunities for future careers NEW YORK, Se... Curriculum equips grades 9-12 students with foundational AI skills, hands-on learning and digital credential opportunities for future careers NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, and Skillsoft(R)(NYSE: SKIL), a leading AI-native skills management platform, today announced a collaboration to deliver AI education at no-cost to eligible U.S. high school students and educators. The program supports Kyndryl's commitment to the White House AI education initiative and aims to help prepare the next generation for an AI-driven future. Eligible students and educators will receive access to AI-focused learning content through the Skillsoft Percipio Platform. The program is available to eligible U.S. school districts up to 25,000 student and educator users through May 29, 2027. The curriculum is designed to help students and educators build practical AI skills, from foundational concepts to prompt engineering techniques and the use of AI tools in everyday tasks. These skills are becoming increasingly important as AI continues to change how people learn and work. "Preparing the next generation starts with giving students and educators opportunities to build confidence with the technologies shaping the future," said Raianne Reiss, Chief Marketing Officer, Skillsoft. "Through our work with Kyndryl, we're helping expand access to AI education and making it easier for more people to develop practical skills they can apply in school, at work, and throughout their careers. This is a step toward broadening access to the knowledge and skills people need to succeed as AI adoption continues to grow." "AI is quickly becoming a fundamental skill - not just for future technologists, but for every student preparing to participate in a changing workforce," said Faith Taylor, SVP of Global Citizenship and Sustainability, Kyndryl. "By working with Skillsoft to expand access to practical AI learning pathways, Kyndryl is helping students build confidence, curiosity and responsible digital skills that can open new pathways to opportunity." The program is part of Kyndryl's broader commitment to expanding access to technology education and workforce readiness opportunities, while aligning with Skillsoft's mission to help people develop the skills needed to grow and succeed in a changing world. Program available to eligible U.S. school districts only. Access is provided through Skillsoft Percipio Platform and is limited to up to 25,000 aggregated student and educator users under the current agreement, with the program term ending May 29, 2027. Access and content availability is subject to change. About Skillsoft Skillsoft (NYSE: SKIL) is a global leader in skills management for the human + AI era. The AI-native Skillsoft platform gives organizations a clearer view of workforce capability, helps close critical skill gaps, and supports the connection between skills development and business outcomes. With Skillsoft, organizations can build AI-ready teams, lower the cost and time of workforce development, and reduce execution risk as work continues to change. Thousands of organizations worldwide trust Skillsoft to power workforce readiness. Learn more at skillsoft.com. About Kyndryl Kyndryl (NYSE: KD) is a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, offering advisory, implementation and managed service capabilities to thousands of customers in more than 60 countries. As the world's largest IT infrastructure services provider, the Company designs, builds, manages and modernizes the complex information systems that the world depends on every day. For more information, visit www.kyndryl.com. SOURCE Kyndryl Published by News Desk · WeeklyReviewer The WeeklyReviewer news desk monitors breaking developments around the clock - sourcing, verifying, and publishing real-time industry news across business, technology, politics, science, sports, and world affairs. Every story that comes through the Live Wire is reviewed for accuracy before publication, keeping our readers ahead of the curve without the noise.
Delivering a 'Return on Experience' September 18, 2026 Advancing an environment for growth measured in experience translates into improved employee and client experiences. At Optiv, measuring the success of corporate training programs goes far beyond course hours completed and tracking metrics. Instead, Learning and Development leaders evaluate how an expanding roster of educational offerings actively transforms employee behaviors, accelerates career growth and delivers long-term impact across the organization and advances client support. "This year, my focus is ROE, or 'What's the return on the experience?'" explains Keyana Jones, Senior Manager, Learning and Development. "We want to ensure we are building, guiding, and gathering impact, measuring behavioral change, and seeing how employees are actively applying the content we teach." Making learning more experiential. Outcomes are directly shaped by the tools and curricula itself. This year, Optiv integrated CAISY from Skillsoft, an AI-powered simulator, into its learning management platform. It allows employees to roleplay complex situations, such as client negotiations or accountability conversations, and receive real-time, actionable feedback. To reinforce digital learning with human connection, the L&D team in 2026 introduced the monthly Leader in Action series. Formatted like a webcast and drawing dozens of participants, the live program provides a platform for peer-to-peer learning, allowing managers to absorb practical strategies directly from colleagues navigating the same day-to-day work. Turning experience into opportunity. The ultimate measure of Return on Experience is tangible career mobility, best demonstrated by Optiv's expanding Career Pathways program. Reaching nearly 80% of the company, the framework provides clear success profiles that empower employees to own their growth. Supporting the "whole employee" goes beyond professional competencies to include personal wellness, financial literacy and estate planning, and participation in an expanding roster of Employee Resource Groups. "When we think about development of our people, we believe that personal development is just as important as professional development, because they overlap," says Marisa Casalinova, Senior Vice President of Human Resources. Optiv talked to two Optiv employees about their returns on experience. Throwing the Rope Back Over If you're fortunate enough to climb the wall and develop your skills as a leader, you have to throw the rope back over to help someone else gain new skills, show them the way and help them level up. I've been with Optiv for 13 years, stepping into a sales leadership role in 2019. Leading a team of 13 people requires a continuous growth mindset. And while taking care of its clients and driving revenue are critical, I think taking the time to join a workshop and develop new skills allows me to show up in the best way possible for my team. Participating in the Leader in Action webcast series gave me the chance to bring real-world examples to the principles of co-active coaching that I learned in my training - how to listen, read the vibes, and support people not just through what they're saying, but what they're not saying. I like to internalize that curriculum, use it in the real world and create models for my team, with the hope they become more valuable tomorrow than they were yesterday. Two guiding principles have always driven my career: don't be afraid to reassess and reevaluate, and always get back to the basics. As a leader, you can't just focus on the day-to-day sales numbers; you have to support your team with empathy, lead with clarity and create spaces for real connection. Optiv gives Optiv the opportunity to reach breakthroughs in its leadership, and my goal is to keep passing that knowledge forward. Jason Dauer, Regional Sales Director How Opportunity Shaped my Career I'm grateful for the ways embracing opportunity has shaped my path. I never expected my degree in psychology would lead to a career in cybersecurity. My journey has been anything but straightforward, but each experience helped me discover new possibilities. Joining Optiv was a turning point in my career. As a marketing strategist and project manager, I was encouraged to adopt a growth mindset and continuously improve. With the support of my colleagues and leaders, I pursued leadership courses, earned valuable certifications and connected with a mentor who played a key role in my professional development. Participating in initiatives like Women of the Channel (WOTC) and the Executive Women's Forum further expanded my network and perspective. The people-first environment at Optiv has empowered my growth. Optiv's focus on expanding talent and opportunity through learning, mentorship and community has shaped my career. It's proof that with the right support, there is not a single path into cybersecurity. The right team can play a pivotal role in unlocking your full potential and should never be underestimated. "The right team can play a pivotal role in unlocking your full potential and should never be underestimated." Brenda Davenport Budeau, Manager, Integrated Marketing Relevant links: About Optiv Security: Secure greatness.(R) Optiv is the world's largest pure-play cybersecurity company. With unmatched technology partnerships and deep technical expertise, Optiv securely enables the AI era for more than 6,000 clients. From financial services and health care, to government, energy and retail, organizations trust Optiv to advise, deploy and operate cybersecurity programs that reduce risk and deliver real results. Learn why Optiv is the most trusted brand in cyber at optiv.com. How can Optiv help? Let Optiv know what you need, and Optiv will have an Optiv professional contact you shortly.
Skillsoft has launched LX Design Studio, an AI-powered content creation tool that cuts custom learning development time by up to 85%. The platform, now generally available within Skillsoft's skills management system, enables organisations to create bespoke training content in three to five days, compared to the traditional two-week timeline. During beta testing, 80% of customers designed and published AI conversation simulations in approximately 15 minutes. Traditional custom course development typically costs $10,000 to $50,000 per course. LX Design Studio uses an AI design agent to create design briefs and recommend appropriate tools, including full courses, presentation practice modules, conversation simulations, or skill assessments. Users can develop content from their own knowledge sources, adapt existing Skillsoft materials, or build experiences from scratch. The tool requires minimal instructional design expertise and automatically integrates with organisations' skills frameworks.
Skillsoft reported second quarter fiscal 2027 results for the three months ended 31 July 2026, following completion of its Global Knowledge sale. The company now operates as a single segment focused on its AI-native skills management platform. Revenue declined 3% year-over-year to $98.2 million. Net loss improved 17% to $15.0 million from $18.0 million the previous year. Net loss per share decreased 20% to $1.67 from $2.10. Adjusted EBITDA reached $33 million, representing a 34% margin compared to $31 million and 31% margin in the prior year. Free cash flow was negative $20.5 million, improved from negative $22.6 million previously. Skillsoft updated its fiscal 2027 revenue guidance whilst maintaining adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow guidance.
Skillsoft Q2 earnings call highlights. September 9, 2026 Key points. * Revenue fell 2.9% year over year to $98.2 million, primarily because of continued weakness in Skillsoft's consumer coding business; enterprise revenue declined approximately 1%, while dollar retention improved to 95%. * Profitability improved as cost reductions lifted adjusted EBITDA 7% to $33.4 million and expanded the margin to 34%, although adjusted net income declined and free cash flow remained negative due to seasonal cash collection patterns. * Skillsoft lowered fiscal 2027 revenue guidance to $380 million-$390 million but maintained its EBITDA and free-cash-flow outlook. Management is advancing its AI platform rollout while prioritizing discussions around the company's approximately $575 million in gross debt and upcoming maturities. * Five stocks to consider instead of Skillsoft. Skillsoft NYSE: SKIL reported second-quarter fiscal 2027 revenue of $98.2 million, down 2.9% from the prior-year period, as continued weakness in its consumer business offset relative stability in its enterprise operations. The company, which completed the divestiture of its Global Knowledge business, said it is now focused on its Talent Development Solutions operation and an AI-native skills management platform for enterprise customers. Management also reduced its full-year revenue outlook while maintaining its adjusted EBITDA and free-cash-flow guidance. Revenue decline driven by consumer business. Chief Financial Officer Ron Kisling said the revenue decline was largely attributable to the consumer segment. Excluding consumer revenue, the core enterprise business declined by approximately 1% year over year. Dollar retention rate improved to 95% from 94% in the year-earlier quarter, while last-12-month dollar retention was 98%, compared with 99% a year earlier. Kisling said the consumer business, which has been focused on coding-related learning, is facing broader consumer-market weakness as well as an increasing effect from AI and AI agents on demand for code-development training. "We're seeing an accelerated impact of AI on the consumer business," Kisling said in response to an analyst question. He added that the company continues to operate the business with an emphasis on profitability and expects it to remain a contributor to the bottom line despite top-line dislocation. Chief Executive Officer Ron Hovsepian said the Global Knowledge sale simplifies the company and allows management to direct more capital and attention toward its enterprise platform opportunity. The former Global Knowledge business will remain an important partner for customers seeking instructor-led training, he said. Profitability improved as expenses fell. Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations rose 7% year over year to $33.4 million. Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 34% of revenue from 31% in the prior-year quarter. Adjusted total operating expenses declined $5.1 million, or 7%, to $64.8 million. Selling and marketing expense fell approximately 12% year over year to $25.4 million, which Kisling attributed to lower spending following a redesign of the company's go-to-market approach. Content and software development expense declined about 8% to $11.5 million, while general and administrative expense was flat at $12.8 million. The company reported a GAAP net loss from continuing operations of $15 million, compared with a $18 million loss in the previous year's second quarter. GAAP loss per share from continuing operations was $1.67, compared with a $2.10 loss per share a year earlier. Adjusted net income was $10.5 million, or $1.17 per share, down from $13.6 million, or $1.59 per share, in the prior-year period. Consolidated free cash flow was negative $20.5 million, improving from negative $22.6 million a year earlier. Kisling noted that the company typically consumes cash during its fiscal second and third quarters because of the seasonality of cash collections, then generates positive cash flow in the first and fourth quarters. AI platform rollout and enterprise demand. Hovsepian said the company is seeing early customer interest in its broader enterprise platform offering, which combines learning content, skills management and AI-enabled development tools. The company remains on track to reach $5 million in platform bookings by the end of fiscal 2027, he said. During the quarter, Skillsoft made its AI-based LX Design Studio generally available. The feature is intended to allow customers to create custom courses, assessments and interactive practice experiences using their own expertise. In early adopter testing from February through June, the company said the tool reduced the production time for comparable interactive courses from two to three weeks to three to five days. The company also launched early access for AI Coach in July. More than 30 customers were identified for early access, with seven organizations already piloting the offering, including global technology, telecommunications and financial-services companies, Hovsepian said. Usage of CAISY, Skillsoft's AI conversation simulator, also expanded. The number of CAISY learners rose 23% year over year at the end of the second quarter, while the number of organizations using the product increased 9%. Hovsepian said customer conversations have shifted toward workforce skills, skills intelligence and how AI affects work across an organization. He added that Skillsoft's platform can be adopted incrementally and is designed to integrate with customers' existing systems rather than requiring a large-scale replacement cycle. Guidance reduced; debt remains priority. Skillsoft reduced fiscal 2027 revenue guidance to a range of $380 million to $390 million, from a previous range of $388 million to $406 million, citing the accelerated negative dynamics in its consumer business. However, the company maintained adjusted EBITDA guidance from continuing operations of $108 million to $116 million, or approximately 28% of revenue. It also maintained its outlook for free cash flow from continuing operations of $14 million to $22 million. At the end of the quarter, cash equivalents and restricted cash totaled $93.1 million. Gross debt was $575 million, while net debt was approximately $481 million. Management said addressing upcoming debt maturities remains its top financial priority. Following the Global Knowledge sale, the company has formed a special board committee and engaged advisers in preparation for discussions with lenders. Kisling said the company expects to engage "very soon," though management did not provide a public timetable or discuss potential outcomes. The Global Knowledge disposition is expected to consume about $15 million of fiscal 2027 cash flow from operations, transaction-related costs and stranded costs, including $12 million incurred through July 31. The company also expects approximately $4 million of third-party advisory cash outflows in the third quarter related to the sale process. About Skillsoft (NYSE:SKIL). Skillsoft NYSE: SKIL is a leading provider of corporate digital learning solutions designed to help organizations develop skills and drive performance. The company offers a range of cloud-based learning platforms and content libraries that cover technical training, leadership development, compliance, and productivity applications. Skillsoft's flagship platform, Percipio, delivers micro-learning modules, video tutorials, books and audiobooks, hands-on labs and simulations, and practice assessments within a unified interface that can be accessed on desktop or mobile devices. Skillsoft's content spans IT certification preparation, software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, project management, and a variety of professional skills such as communication, management and sales. This instant news alert was generated by narrative science technology and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest reporting and unbiased coverage. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected]. Before you consider Skillsoft, you'll want to hear this. 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About Skillsoft
Industries
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Nashua, New Hampshire
Founded
1990
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