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  • Unlocking Birmingham’s Digital Potential: A Key to Savings and Skills

    Unlocking Birmingham’s Digital Potential: A Key to Savings and Skills

    In an increasingly digital world, it’s startling to learn that one in five adults in the UK lacks the essential digital skills required for daily life. This gap not only affects personal growth but also has a tangible impact on household finances. Did you know that by harnessing digital skills, UK households could save an…

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  • DIATOMIC Accelerator Unleashes Innovation in Birmingham’s Public Services

    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

    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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