ETIH Launches 2026 Innovation Awards; PlayVS Integrates Neuroscience Tech for Esports Growth
The Education Technology Innovation Hub (ETIH) has launched its 2026 Innovation Awards, honouring global excellence in education technology. Categories range from AI-driven assessment tools to platforms connecting learners with real-world outcomes. Entries are welcome from across the UK, the Americas, and internationally, showcasing measurable impact in diverse educational settings.
The awards, celebrating workforce development, AI integration, and innovative learning solutions, will culminate on 14 January 2026. Winners will be featured in the first print magazine of the awards, distributed at BETT 2026.
Meanwhile, PlayVS has partnered with Skillprint to enhance its LinkedIn platform. The integration of neuroscience-powered technology will provide players with personalized profiles and wellness tracking, promoting growth and wellbeing. This move aligns with Chethan Ramachandran, CEO of Skillprint, who believes games can unlock potential and foster focus, resilience, and wellbeing.
In another development, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has partnered with PlayVS to integrate PlaySkill's neuroscience-based technology into the LinkedIn platform. Players will benefit from real-time adaptive gameplay, keeping them engaged and learning.
The ETIH Innovation Awards 2026 aim to recognise and celebrate the best in global education technology. Meanwhile, PlayVS's partnership with Skillprint and the NCAA demonstrates the potential of LinkedIn in promoting learning and wellbeing among students.
