Blog Two
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Ulsan and Birmingham Partner on Circular Economy Initiative
In an innovative new venture, the cities of Ulsan in South Korea and Birmingham in the UK are collaborating on the Diatomic City-to-City Demonstrator Project. This partnership, driven by ISL and STEAMhouse, aims to promote industrial symbiosis and eco-industrial development (IS/EID) as a means to boost economic growth while addressing climate change. Project Background For…
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DIATOMIC at Birmingham Tech Week: Driving Digital Innovation
Birmingham Tech Week, the UK’s largest regional tech festival, is set to take place from October 21st to 25th, 2024. Among the many innovative projects showcased, the DIATOMIC (Digital InnovAtion TransfOrMatIve Change) project will be a highlight, demonstrating its commitment to driving digital innovation and inclusive growth in the West Midlands. About DIATOMIC DIATOMIC aims…
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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,…