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A 2024 Update: Birmingham: A Thriving Tech Hub
Birmingham, the UK’s second-largest city, is a major tech and business hub. Home to over 2,000 tech startups and more than 6,000 tech businesses, the city is booming with innovation and growth. Fastest Growing Tech Sector The tech sector in the West Midlands has been the fastest growing in the UK in both 2021 and…
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Helping the West Midlands Get Connected with Broadband Social Tariffs
Connecting the West Midlands: Affordable Broadband for All Did you know that 4.3 million households in the UK are eligible for Broadband Social Tariffs? These special tariffs provide affordable internet access to households receiving certain government benefits, yet only 5.1% of eligible households have taken advantage of this offer. At Digital Birmingham, we’re urging businesses,…
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Empowering Innovation: Birmingham’s Strategic Partnership with South Korea
Birmingham is embarking on a collaborative project with Ulsan, South Korea, propelled by the DIATOMIC regional innovation accelerator project. This initiative is unlocking new pathways for city stakeholders to engage in joint research projects, explore international market opportunities, and advance policies focused on growth, inclusivity, and sustainability. This collaboration aims to make Birmingham smarter, cleaner,…