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Are you a data-driven AI scaleup looking to create transformative change? The University of Edinburgh’s AI Accelerator could help you to realise your entrepreneurial ambitions.

If you’re thinking of applying and want to find out more about the programme, come along to our information session. You will hear from and be able to ask questions of the programme manager and one of the companies who have participated in a previous accelerator. We look forward to being able to tell you more about this great opportunity.

The AI Accelerator is delivered by the Bayes Centre, the University of Edinburgh’s Innovation Hub for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and supported by Edinburgh Innovations, the commercialisation service of the University. It is delivered on behalf of the University’s Data-Driven Innovation Hubs, in contribution to the Data-Driven Entrepreneurship programme.

Join Heriot-Watt on Thursday 25 April for their latest industry event.

Recent figures from Skills Development Scotland highlight that 46% of organisations are suffering from a data skills shortage. This event will aim to demystify Data Science apprenticeships, highlighting how Graduate Apprentices are making a positive impact and how employers can bridge the skills gap.

• Employers: Power up your business – understand how to harness the power of your data to enhance business performance. Data Science Graduate Apprenticeships are an ideal way to develop key data skills tailored to the needs of your business – either through upskilling existing employees or attracting new talent.
• Individuals: Accelerate your career – discover how a Data Science Graduate Apprenticeship could kickstart your career. Whether you’re in an existing data role or are looking to change your career direction, this event will demonstrate how our programme can develop your data skills.

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This is a great opportunity to hear first-hand from an expert panel of Graduate Apprentices and workplace mentors on how Data Science Graduate Apprenticeships are boosting businesses.

The ScotlandIS Digital Technology Awards showcase excellence within the industry, rewarding the innovation, expertise and ambition of businesses large and small – and the people who drive them. Let’s highlight some of the great achievements within the tech sector over the last 12 months – nominate your organisation or an individual for the chance to be recognised amongst your peers.  Running for 14 years, the Awards are well established within our industry, offering winners the opportunity to use our platform to promote your business. Sharing your official winner’s badge on your website and social channels acts as a stamp of credibility and highlights quality standards to potential new clients.

We have two brand-new awards for 2024: Cyber Trailblazer, looking to recognise companies that have a novel solution to a cyber challenge, and Digital Tech Rising Star, shining a light on early career talent and the leaders of tomorrow.

If you have created a product or service that brings benefit to society, you could be eligible for the Tech for Good award, while innovative applications of data to transform businesses could indicate our Data Trailblazer.

If your organisation shows employees they are valued, and goes that extra mile to provide a positive working environment, then you might just have the Best Wellbeing at Work. The Digital Tech Business of the Year category looks to recognise start-ups, scale-ups and large companies that impress the judges with their outstanding tech, commercial success and growth over the past year.

There are a variety of different awards up for grabs that could shine a light on the fantastic work you’ve been doing, and all the criteria for each category is on our website so you can prepare your application answers in advance. Digital Tech 2024 will take place on 2nd May, at the Radisson Blu hotel in Glasgow. We look forward to you joining us for a night of food, fun and celebration of the industry. If you have any questions about the Digital Tech Awards, please contact marketing@basilinfracon.com. 

We are delighted to announce our 2024 Digital Tech Awards Shortlist, tickets are available to buy now

Are you a data-driven AI scaleup looking to create transformative change? The University of Edinburgh’s AI Accelerator could help you to realise your entrepreneurial ambitions.

If you’re thinking of applying and want to find out more about the programme, come along to our information session. You will hear from and be able to ask questions of the programme manager and one of the companies who have participated in a previous accelerator. We look forward to being able to tell you more about this great opportunity.

The AI Accelerator is delivered by the Bayes Centre, the University of Edinburgh’s Innovation Hub for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and supported by Edinburgh Innovations, the commercialisation service of the University. It is delivered on behalf of the University’s Data-Driven Innovation Hubs, in contribution to the Data-Driven Entrepreneurship programme.

ScotlandIS are pleased to be running Tech Nation’s Rising Stars Scotland Regional pitch competition.

Ten finalists will pitch to a panel of expert judges for the chance to secure a spot on stage at London Tech Week, with fantastic prizes up for grabs.

We will kindly be joined by a judging panel consisting of:

• Paul Atkinson, Founding Partner at Par Equity
• Jackie Waring, Founder & Chair of AccelerateHER
• Rhona Campbell, Chair of Investing Women Angels
• Sean McGrath, CEO at Entrepreneurial Scotland

Save the date for Friday 10th May at Scottish Enterprise in Edinburgh – the shortlisted companies will be revealed on Fri 12th April.

Agenda

11:00-11:30am       Registration

11:30-11:40              Welcome

11:40-11:55               Colin Cook, Director of Economic Development, Scottish Government

12:00-12:10pm        Pitch 1

12:15-12:25               Pitch 2

12:30-12:40             Pitch 3

12:45-12:55              Pitch 4

1:00-1:45                  Lunch

1:55-2:05                  Pitch 5

2:10-2:20                 Pitch 6

2:25-2:35                 Pitch 7

2:40-2:50                Pitch 8

2:55-3:05                 Pitch 9

3:10-3:20                 Pitch 10

3:25-4:00                Drinks Reception – Judging takes place

4:00-5:00                Drinks Reception – Winners announced

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re taking up ‘Netwalking’ – having a catch-up whilst on the go!

We know how important taking a break from your laptop is for your physical and mental health, and some of the best ideas and brainstorming can happen on the move.

Join the ScotlandIS team for a walk around Linlithgow loch on Wednesday 15th May; for those that live locally or fancy jumping on a quick train from Edinburgh or Glasgow, we’ll be meeting at White Dove Coffee near the train station between 12-12:15pm.

We hope to see you there!

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MomentsForMovement

Scotland’s leading and most anticipated tech conference will once again be held at the EICC on Thursday 26th September.