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DIATOMIC Accelerator Unleashes Innovation in Birmingham’s Public Services
Birmingham’s public services are on the brink of a transformation as the DIATOMIC Accelerator, managed by Connected Places Catapult, selects nine innovative companies to propel the city’s urban management into the future. With a substantial funding pool of £500,000, these companies are set to embark on live trials that promise to revolutionize housing, park management,…
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Birmingham’s Tech Evolution: From Industrial Might to Digital Heights
The inaugural Birmingham Tech Week surpassed expectations, drawing over 5,000 attendees across 68 events in 40 diverse locations. Far from the anticipated 500 participants, this turnout reflects Birmingham’s burgeoning reputation as a formidable tech hub alongside renowned cities like London, Manchester, Cambridge, and Bristol. The West Midlands, with Birmingham at its heart, has witnessed rapid…
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The West Midlands: The Next Global Tech Titan?
The West Midlands is on the brink of becoming a ‘global tech superpower’, as it eyes creating a Silicon Valley-esque environment conducive for budding tech businesses. At the inaugural Birmingham Tech Week, which drew over 7,500 attendees, the region’s tech commissioner, Martin Ward, expressed confidence in the West Midlands’ burgeoning tech start-up scene. Currently valued…