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Cambridge English Qualifications Digital: Empowering Schools, Universities, and International Students with a Smarter Way to Certify English Proficiency

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SINGAPORE, May 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In today’s global academic landscape, the ability to demonstrate English proficiency with speed, flexibility, and confidence is more important than ever. Cambridge English Qualifications Digital, developed by Cambridge English (part of the University of Cambridge), offers a modern, computer-based exam experience that meets the evolving needs of educational institutions and international learners.

Designed for students from A2 Key to C2 Proficiency, these digital qualifications provide the same trusted content and rigorous standards as traditional paper-based exams, while introducing a range of digital enhancements that make the testing process more accessible, efficient, and student-friendly. Whether preparing for university admission, applying for international study programs, or meeting graduation requirements, Cambridge English Qualifications Digital helps learners showcase their language skills with confidence and credibility.

For schools and universities, the digital format offers greater scheduling flexibility, faster results, and a streamlined exam experience that aligns with the digital learning environments students are already familiar with. For international students, it provides a globally recognised certification that supports academic mobility and opens doors to higher education and career opportunities worldwide.

A Seamless Fit for Modern Education

Cambridge English Qualifications Digital are designed to integrate effortlessly into the academic calendar and digital infrastructure of schools and universities. With more exam dates and locations available, institutions can offer students greater choice and convenience, reducing scheduling conflicts and administrative overhead.

The digital format also supports faster turnaround times for results, enabling institutions to make timely decisions on admissions, course placements, and graduation eligibility. This is especially valuable for international students who often face tight deadlines for visa applications, scholarship submissions, or university enrolment.

“The digital exams have made it easier for us to plan around our academic calendar. Students appreciate the flexibility, and we appreciate the efficiency,” says the Director of Language Programs at a leading European university.

Designed for Digital Natives

Today’s students are digital natives. They learn, communicate, and collaborate in digital environments—and they expect their assessments to reflect that reality. Cambridge English Qualifications Digital are built with this in mind, offering a user-friendly interface and intuitive tools that help students perform at their best.

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Key Features:

Listening Test: Candidates use headphones with individual volume control, ensuring a comfortable and distraction-free experience.Writing Test: Features like automatic word count, spell check, and easy editing allow candidates to focus on content rather than formatting.Reading Test: On-screen tools enable highlighting, note-taking, and answer review, helping candidates manage their time and strategy effectively.Speaking Test: Remains face-to-face, preserving the real-world communication skills that Cambridge English is known for.

These features not only enhance the candidate experience but also reflect the digital communication skills students will need in academic and professional settings.

Trusted by Educators, Preferred by Students

Cambridge English Qualifications Digital are already being used by schools and universities around the world, with overwhelmingly positive feedback from both educators and learners.

“It’s all advantages for candidates. They like doing it. My students keep coming back to do more exams,” says Alex, a teacher from Spain.

“The digital format really helps students feel more confident. They’re used to typing and navigating screens—it’s second nature to them,” adds Selin, a teacher in Turkey.

For educators, the digital exams offer a reliable and scalable solution that aligns with modern teaching practices. For students, they provide a familiar and empowering way to demonstrate their language skills.

No Need to Change How You Teach

One of the most reassuring aspects for schools and universities is that the digital exams test the same knowledge and skills as the paper-based versions. This means there’s no need to overhaul teaching methods or materials. Teachers can continue using their existing coursebooks and lesson plans while integrating digital practice tools to help students become familiar with the exam format.

Cambridge English also provides a wide range of free and premium preparation resources to support both classroom instruction and independent study.

Powerful Digital Preparation Tools

To help students prepare effectively, Cambridge English offers a suite of digital tools that mirror the exam experience and build confidence:

Test & Train: A mobile-friendly platform offering bite-sized practice tasks with instant feedback and expert tips. Ideal for both classroom use and self-study. https://shop.cambridge.org/english/family/test-&-train?sort=2

Authentic Digital Practice Tests: Realistic mock exams that replicate the digital exam environment and provide auto-marked results. https://www.cambridge.org/gb/cambridgeenglish/catalog/cambridge-english-exams-ielts/product/authentic-digital-practice-testsVideo Tutorials and Sample Tests: Free, level-specific resources that help candidates understand what to expect and how to prepare effectively.

“Test & Train is really useful because students can practise on the go. If they have it on their phone, they can even be sitting on the bus or the metro and do a few exercises,” says Sarah, an Examination Centre Deputy Director.

These tools not only improve exam readiness but also support broader language development goals.

Supporting International Students

For international students, Cambridge English Qualifications Digital offer a fast, flexible, and globally recognised way to prove English proficiency. Whether applying to universities in the UK, Australia, Canada, or beyond, these qualifications are accepted by thousands of institutions worldwide.

The digital format also helps reduce logistical barriers. Students can choose from a wider range of test dates and locations, and receive their results more quickly – making it easier to meet application deadlines and visa requirements.

“Having access to a digital exam meant I could take the test in my home country and still meet my university’s deadline. It made the whole process much less stressful,” says Amina, an international student from Morocco.

A Commitment to Quality and Innovation

As part of the University of Cambridge, Cambridge English is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, fairness, and innovation. The digital exams are developed using cutting-edge research in language assessment and educational technology, ensuring they remain valid, reliable, and globally recognised.

Hybrid marking has also been introduced for the Writing component at B1 and B2 levels, combining human expertise with digital efficiency to deliver accurate and timely results.

Ready to Bring Digital Exams to Your Institution?

Whether you’re a school administrator, university admissions officer, or international student advisor, Cambridge English Qualifications Digital offer a smarter, faster, and more flexible way to support your learners’ success.

Visit cambridgeenglish.org/digital to:

Explore exam levels and formatsAccess free preparation resourcesFind your nearest exam centreBook your digital exam

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About Cambridge English

Cambridge English is the producer and proud co-owner of IELTS, the world’s leading English test for migration and higher education. We help millions of people learn English and prove their skills to the world.

Part of the University of Cambridge, we provide the world’s leading range of qualifications and tests for learners and teachers of English. For us, learning English is more than just exams and grades. It’s about having the confidence to communicate and access a lifetime of enriching experiences and opportunities.

Whether you’re planning to live, work or study in your own country or abroad, we can give you the English language skills to succeed. We provide the world’s leading range of qualifications and tests for learners and teachers of English. Globally recognised by more than 25,000 leading universities, employers and governments, our research-based assessments are a mark of excellence that open doors.

Our work is supported around the world by a network of 2,800 exam centres, over 50,000 schools and tens of thousands of examiners, teachers, education experts and publishers. Working together, we inspire learners to go further.

With the right support, learning a language is an exhilarating journey. We’re with you every step of the way.

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What we believe – To learn English is to enjoy and experience a language that opens up opportunities across the world.

What we offer – Together with teachers and our partners, we’re here to engage and inspire millions of people throughout their entire English language learning journey, helping them confidently prove their skills to the world.

How we do things and the impact we have – As part of a university with global reputation for academic excellence, we create insights derived from deep research, expertise and experiences. This ensures our unique approach meets the real-life needs of learners through inclusive and accessible products and services.

The global role of English – As a global language, English unlocks a lifetime of experiences, and – because language is at the heart of being human – we help people everywhere connect, communicate and come closer together.

What we promise – Where your world grows.

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Ningbo’s “Eco+” Integration Practice showcased at SCO forum

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NINGBO, China, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Shanghai Cooperation Organization’s (SCO) Green and Sustainable Development Forum was held in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, April 28–30. At this international event focused on green, low–carbon transition, Ningbo showcased concrete examples of harmonious coexistence between people and nature.

An abandoned quarry has been converted into an international racetrack, whose engine roars have stimulated a growing cultural and tourism sector. A once–barren “firewood trail” has been upgraded into a national mountaineering route, spawning distinctive local industries now known as the “Hometown of China’s Sports Walking Sticks” and the “Capital of China’s Flashlights.” Ningbo continues to advance its “Eco+” integration model, turning ecological assets into industrial momentum, development potential and measurable gains in shared prosperity. The city has developed a practical path for realizing the value of lucid waters and lush mountains, offering a replicable “Ningbo model” for green, low–carbon urban transformation worldwide.

In Beilun, more than 500 species have been recorded, and the district has been designated a UN “Biodiversity Charming City.” From the revitalized Meishan Bay in Beilun to the misty expanse of Dongqian Lake in Yinzhou and the historic allure of Moon Lake in Haishu, local authorities are using the “golden key” of ecological governance to revive dormant green mountains and clear waters. Notably, Ningbo’s ecological governance goes beyond mountain repair and water treatment: it integrates “Eco+” development from the source through unified planning and coordinated implementation—protecting ecological foundations while preserving space for industry. This forward–looking approach has produced a win–win outcome for ecology and development; along Meishan Bay’s shore, cultural tourism and leisure industries have rapidly clustered, receiving more than 2 million visitors annually.

In Fenghua, the “Common Prosperity Studio” initiative has built a full–chain platform integrating “5G + IoT + Agriculture,” and introduced a model that combines village–collective fixed–rent leasing, professional enterprise operation and flexible farmer participation. In Yuyao, Hemudu pioneered China’s first ecological integrated farming of breeding soft–shelled turtles in water oat fields, balancing ecological protection, food security and farmers’ income growth. Zhenhai Refining & Chemical has established China’s first “Zero–Waste Petrochemical Base,” recognized as a national model case of a “Zero–Waste Industrial Park.”

Leveraging its mountain and sea resources, Ningbo has deepened chain–based integration of “Ecology + Cultural Tourism + Sports + Manufacturing,” continuously converting ecological value into tangible benefits for residents. Ninghai has transformed abandoned ancient paths into a 500–km national mountaineering trail and established a national sports–industry demonstration base. Xiangshan has used the Asian Games to invigorate coastal tourism and open channels for converting marine ecological value. Yinzhou and Haishu have developed biodiversity–friendly districts and townships, fostering new sectors such as educational tourism and cultural–creative industries.

To ensure green development proceeds steadily and sustainably, Ningbo is building a multi–stakeholder governance system that includes government, enterprises and the public. Ninghai has pioneered a “Soil and Forestland Bank,” using financial instruments to unlock the value of forestry resources. Yinzhou, Cixi and other areas have mobilized broad public participation in ecological protection, creating a co–construction and shared–benefits model that supports ongoing ecological value realization.

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Hyde Park Capital Advises DevRefactory on its Sale to Capacity

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TAMPA, Fla., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hyde Park Capital announced today that its client, DevRefactory, a leading customer experience software platform specializing in omnichannel journey orchestration, embedded middleware, and integrated managed services, has been acquired by Capacity. Hyde Park Capital served as the exclusive investment banker to DevRefactory for this transaction. Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick served as legal counsel to DevRefactory.

DevRefactory’s platform orchestrates customer interactions across voice, chat, web, and social channels, enabling seamless transitions while preserving context. It centralizes knowledge, powers self-service and chatbot experiences, and streamlines engagement across the customer lifecycle. These capabilities are complemented by a specialized managed services team supporting implementation, optimization, and ongoing performance improvement.

Marcus Alexander, CFO and Head of Corporate Development at Capacity, stated, “The DevRefactory team have built an incredible business in the telecom space and this acquisition allows us to scale that innovation across the entire Capacity platform. Together, we’re accelerating a future where contact centers can unify their customer interactions, reduce costs and deliver consistently better experiences, without the complexity of fragmented tools.”

James Ramey, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of DevRefactory, commented, “After rapidly establishing Refactory as a leader in AI enablement—delivering enterprise-grade solutions to Fortune 50 organizations—we are excited to announce that Refactory has been acquired by Capacity AI. This partnership will expand our ability to deliver true omnichannel AI experiences at scale, leveraging Capacity AI’s platform and reach across more than 20,000 customers worldwide.”

Ramey continued, “Following strong inbound acquisition interest, we partnered with Hyde Park Capital as our exclusive financial advisor to evaluate strategic opportunities. Their team brought exceptional focus, deep alignment with our vision, and a disciplined process that prioritized both enterprise impact and employee value. Hyde Park Capital curated a highly complementary group of potential partners and guided us through a transaction that positions our team and technology for long-term success. Together, we selected Capacity AI as the ideal partner to accelerate our mission and extend the reach of Refactory’s platform globally. We are incredibly grateful to the Hyde Park Capital team and the Capacity AI team for their partnership throughout this process, and we are excited for the next chapter as part of Capacity AI.”

Michael Johnson, Managing Director at Hyde Park Capital, reflected on the transaction, “It has been a privilege to advise JC, Brian, and Dustin, the founders of DevRefactory, throughout this process. From day one, it was clear that they built something truly differentiated, a platform rooted in deep technical expertise and a genuine passion for reimagining how enterprises engage with their customers. DevRefactory’s capabilities are a natural fit within Capacity’s platform, and we are excited to see the impact this combination will have for their clients and the broader customer experience market.”

Trevor Mumford, Vice President at Hyde Park Capital, added, “It was genuinely refreshing to work with a founding team that has been close friends since high school and has spent years building technology together. Working alongside entrepreneurs who combine that kind of personal conviction with serious technical innovation makes for a truly rewarding engagement. We’re proud of the outcome and confident Capacity is the right home to take DevRefactory’s mission to the next level.”

About DevRefactory

Founded in 2020, DevRefactory is a customer experience software platform that enables enterprises to deliver seamlessly connected, omnichannel customer journeys at scale. Through its OCX (Omnichannel Customer Experience) suite, DevRefactory provides embedded middleware, managed services, and practical AI frameworks that orchestrate engagement across voice, web chat, SMS, mobile apps, email, and social media. The Company’s solutions empower customers to interact on their own terms while eliminating the complexity of managing disparate channel technologies independently. Partnering with leading platforms, DevRefactory serves as an innovation accelerator, helping enterprises prove value rapidly and integrate modern omnichannel capabilities into their existing ecosystems. For additional information, please visit www.refactory.dev.

About Capacity

Founded in 2017, Capacity is an AI-powered support automation platform that gives organizations the capacity to do more with less. Its unified platform combines intelligent virtual agents, conversational AI, agent assist and live support tools, campaigns and workflow automation, and advanced analytics, enabling businesses to automate customer inquiries, reduce handle times, and drive consistent, high-quality experiences across every channel, including voice, chat, email, SMS, and web. Trusted by more than 20,000 organizations and powering over 36 billion automated interactions, Capacity serves leading brands across financial services, healthcare, retail, education, insurance, and more. With over 250 pre-built integrations and enterprise-grade security, Capacity delivers seamless deployment into existing technology ecosystems. Proudly headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Capacity is part of the Equity.com incubator. For additional information, please visit https://capacity.com/main.

About Hyde Park Capital

Hyde Park Capital is a boutique investment banking firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions of successful founder and family-owned companies. Hyde Park Capital’s principals have extensive investment banking experience, including managing sell-side and buy-side transactions, recapitalizations, financial advisory assignments, fairness opinions, raising growth and acquisition capital for companies, including equity, mezzanine, senior debt, and project finance. Hyde Park Capital has bankers who specialize in numerous industry sectors, including healthcare, industrials, business services, technology, consumer, and cleantech/power finance particularly in connection with data centers. This transaction represents another successful engagement closed by Hyde Park Capital within the technology sector. Hyde Park Capital is headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with additional offices in Nashville, Tennessee, and San Francisco, California, and is a member of FINRA and SIPC. For additional information, please visit www.hydeparkcapital.com.

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Managing Director

johnson@hydeparkcapital.com

813-769-3284

Trevor Mumford

Vice President

mumford@hydeparkcapital.com

813-209-9071

 

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Micro Center Launches Retail Media Offering to Reach Tech Enthusiasts and Builders

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Powered by Epsilon, Micro Center Retail Media combines AI, person-level identity, and closed-loop measurement to deliver provable, measurable impact for advertisers.

HILLIARD, Ohio, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Micro Center, a leading national retailer of computers and electronic devices, today announced the launch of its retail media offering, Micro Center Retail Media. The offering gives brands access to more than 20 million highly engaged Micro Center customers—tech enthusiasts including PC builders, small businesses, IT professionals and creators—audiences that are difficult to reach at scale through mass-market retail media networks. Using first party data and deep category insights, advertisers can influence purchase decisions where technical guidance, compatibility, and performance matter most.

“For more than 40 years, Micro Center has earned the trust of tech enthusiasts and builders by pairing deep expertise with an unmatched in-store experience,” said Steve Rado, Chief Marketing Officer of Micro Center. “Our retail media offering builds on that foundation, giving advertisers a powerful way to engage our customers with relevance, credibility and clear measurement.”

Developed in partnership with global technology, data, and services company Epsilon, Micro Center Retail Media couples AI with person level identity in the ad server to help advertisers engage high intent shoppers with greater precision. The offering intelligently determines when, where, and how often to engage customers, optimizing media investment to maximize performance.

Brands can activate campaigns across Micro Center’s digital and physical touchpoints to influence both online and in-store purchases. Available channels include onsite display and sponsored product placements as well as offsite display, video and CTV—all supported by closed-loop measurement that quantifies incremental sales across digital and physical environments.

“Micro Center Retail Media connects advertisers with some of the most knowledgeable, high-intent tech buyers in retail,” said Rado. “It’s a best-in-class offering designed to help advertisers engage serious tech buyers with confidence.”

Named PCMag’s Best Tech Retailer for three consecutive years, Micro Center is widely recognized for its expert-led customer experience and technical credibility. Instore offerings such as the Knowledge Bar, Insider credit card benefits, and exclusive instore only “loss leader” bundles create high-impact moments for brands at the point of decision. Customers rely on Micro Center associates to identify compatibility issues and recommend better builds—trust that translates directly to advertiser performance.

“Micro Center boasts one of the most informed and intentional audiences in retail,” said Chris Wissing, Chief Product Officer at Epsilon. “Our data and technology help identify more of these niche shoppers, follow their journey from online to in-store, and connect media directly to purchase outcomes for Micro Center and its brand partners.”

About Micro Center

Micro Center operates thirty large computer and electronics stores in major markets nationwide. Founded in 1979 in Columbus, Micro Center is designed to satisfy the dedicated computer and electronics user. Uniquely focused on computers and related products, Micro Center offers more computers and related items (more than 20,000 items in stock) than any other retailer. Micro Center is passionate about offering a high level of customer service, with a knowledgeable and tenured sales team. Customers can visit Micro Center’s 30 stores (with more locations coming soon) from coast-to-coast or microcenter.com for thousands of computer-related items, electronics, and other technology products.

Micro Center stores are located in:

Atlanta (2), Baltimore, Boston, Chicago (2), Charlotte, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, New York (5), Philadelphia, Phoenix, St. Louis, Washington, D.C. (2), Santa Clara, and coming soon, Austin.

About Epsilon

Epsilon is a global technology, data, and services company that the world’s leading brands use to harmonize consumer engagement across their paid, owned, and earned channels.

The Epsilon PeopleCloud platform includes capabilities such as data, identity resolution, customer data platforms, clean rooms, digital media, retail media, site personalization, direct mail, loyalty, email marketing, and measurement. By applying artificial intelligence against privacy-centric identity resolution—embedded in data-enriched analytic, marketing, and media solutions and services—Epsilon allows marketers to bridge the divide between marketing and advertising technology, engaging consumers with 1 View, 1 Vision, and 1 Voice. For more information, visit www.epsilon.com.

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Meg Adrion, Micro Center, 1 614-850-3000, madrion@microcenter.com, microcenter.com
Dan Ackerman, Micro Center, dackerman@microcenter.com, microcenter.com

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