Tech Nation returns: Start-up network set for comeback under Brent Hoberman September 14, 2023 The start-up quango which controversially had its funding pulled by government this year is set to reopen in Birmingham under new ownership next month.
We must build trust in AI to boost SME adoption, tech minister Saqib Bhatti says February 29, 2024 Developing trust in artificial intelligence is crucial if more small businesses are going to integrate the technology in their operations, the UK's tech minister has said.
Easter Reads: the best in our opinion pages on politics and tech April 7, 2023 Rishi Sunak has presented himself as a competent manager, the man who could start the return of the “grown-ups” in Westminster and turn the fortunes of his party around. He’s had some quick successes – like the Windsor Framework – but now he’ll be tasked with disclosing what his long-term plan for an inspiring and [...]
Hunt reveals Treasury-backed tech funds in bid to kickstart £75bn pension boost November 21, 2023 The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has revealed £250m will be channelled into two new private sector investment vehicles today as ministers look to kickstart the flow of cash from pension funds into tech start-ups.
How Petra Diamonds plan to use tech to battle rise of lab-grown alternatives October 4, 2023 Blockchain technology could help diamond sellers confirm the emissions footprint and the quality of working conditions at their mines.
This London AI tech firm is set to benefit from a £3.4bn NHS spending injection March 13, 2024 The increase in NHS spending could provide several opportunities for Kainos, which is involved in NHS digital transformation projects.
Fast growth tech firms won’t wait for the glacial pace of British politics September 22, 2023 Kwasi Kwarteng’s mini budget was a disaster, but he was right about the sluggish way government deals with tech.
Money Money Money: firm behind ABBA Voyage revenue soars thanks to new tech December 5, 2023 Oxford Metrics, the firm and technology behind London's hit ABBA Voyage show, has posted record revenue for its full year,
London takes global tech capital crown from New York May 25, 2023 London has been ranked as the world’s most high-tech city snatching the top spot from New York, according to new research shared exclusively with City A.M. The capital scored top marks for its world-leading financial services, deep talent pool as well as the quality of its business environment and international reputation, according to Z/Yen Group’s [...]
London keeps global tech crown ahead of New York with top marks in financial services November 24, 2023 New York weighs in second in Z/Yen Group’s eighth edition of the Smart Centres Index, with Singapore trailing behind in third.