The transition to digital has accelerated since 2020, intensifying demand for skilled workers who can meet today's challenges and adapt to the workplace of tomorrow. In response, efforts to better prepare students with the digital skills necessary to enter the workforce are expanding, yet education institutions worldwide face many challenges. In this keynote, Cigdem Ertem from Intel will be joined by Justyna Orlowska, the Prime Minister's High Representative for Government Technology - Head of the GovTech Centre and High Representative the Minister of Education and Science for Education Transformation of Poland, to explore issues impacting education today and highlight key factors to consider when making technology choices as part of your plan for the future. We'll look at how the metaverse and innovations from Intel are enhancing the learning and teaching experience, and, sharing real-world examples, we'll review how skill-building programmes can help narrow the skills gap. Join us for an incisive assessment of where we are and why the future looks hopeful.