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Charity dedicated to raising tech skills of young people scoops top prize at Scottish Cyber Awards
A charity dedicated to raising the tech skills of young people scooped the top prize last at the seventh annual Scottish Cyber Awards. SmartSTEMS, which works to engage young people…
Developing digital capability – the Scottish Government is facing up to the rapid change required for public services
Our digital world continues to evolve at an unprecedented rate, and we face multiple challenges locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. Public service transformation has created an immediate need to refocus…
Accelerating cloud adoption in NHS Scotland – AWS explores the impact of adopting the cloud for healthcare delivery
In the age of digital transformation, NHS Scotland is making impressive leaps forward by embracing digital technology. This strategic move is not only revolutionising patient-centric care but also empowering the…
NHS Scotland staff must harness green innovation in drive to meet Net Zero target
The recent NHS Scotland event in Glasgow saw Professor Sir Gregor Smith outline some key sustainability aims in his Chief Medical Officer Annual Report for 2023. He said there is now…
Registers of Scotland’s ambitious journey in redefining digital culture, capabilities, and customer-centricity
The Challenge: Registers of Scotland (RoS), a cornerstone of the Scottish economy, oversees 21 public registers, most notably as the guardian for land and property registers, which underpin the Scottish…
Scottish Government and wider public sector ‘not supportive of business’, Net Zero investor panel concludes
Business leaders have made a series of recommendations to help Scotland transition to net zero after identifying ‘significant challenges’ to attracting investment for key infrastructure projects. Investors believe the Scottish…
Former Skyscanner executive unveiled as chair of digital design agency
A former senior Skyscanner executive has been unveiled as the new chair of an Edinburgh-headquartered digital consultancy business. Shane Corstorphine, former chief financial officer of the digital travel giant, will…
InnoScot Health set to share innovation insights into rural affairs and climate change
NHS partner InnoScot Health will be sharing innovation learnings drawn from rural affairs and climate change during the next in its series of healthcare webinars. The accessible, bitesize ‘lunch & learn’ sessions are hosted…
GovTech
Developing digital capability – the Scottish Government is facing up to the rapid change required for public services
Our digital world continues to evolve at an unprecedented rate, and we face multiple challenges locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. Public service transformation has created an immediate need to refocus…
Glasgow satellite firm among businesses flying flag for Scotland at COP28 climate conference
A Glasgow satellite firm which uses earth-mapping imagery to help tackle climate change will be among 19 Scottish firms attending COP28. Digital Content Analysis (D-CAT) will head to the UN…
Developing digital capability – the Scottish Government is facing up to the rapid change required for public services
Our digital world continues to evolve at an unprecedented rate, and we face multiple challenges locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. Public service transformation has created an immediate need to refocus…
Glasgow satellite firm among businesses flying flag for Scotland at COP28 climate conference
A Glasgow satellite firm which uses earth-mapping imagery to help tackle climate change will be among 19 Scottish firms attending COP28. Digital Content Analysis (D-CAT) will head to the UN…
LocalGov
Collaboration key to digital transformation
Graham Lironi eavesdrops on a roundtable discussion in the boardroom of the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh to hear how data and digital transformation can help public services respond…
Edinburgh unveils new ‘smart city’ operations centre
A new ‘smart city’ operations centre has been unveiled in Edinburgh – harnessing the latest technology to keep traffic and people moving. The state-of-the-art facility will use real-time data to…
Collaboration key to digital transformation
Graham Lironi eavesdrops on a roundtable discussion in the boardroom of the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh to hear how data and digital transformation can help public services respond…
Edinburgh unveils new ‘smart city’ operations centre
A new ‘smart city’ operations centre has been unveiled in Edinburgh – harnessing the latest technology to keep traffic and people moving. The state-of-the-art facility will use real-time data to…
Health & care
Accelerating cloud adoption in NHS Scotland – AWS explores the impact of adopting the cloud for healthcare delivery
In the age of digital transformation, NHS Scotland is making impressive leaps forward by embracing digital technology. This strategic move is not only revolutionising patient-centric care but also empowering the…
NHS Scotland staff must harness green innovation in drive to meet Net Zero target
The recent NHS Scotland event in Glasgow saw Professor Sir Gregor Smith outline some key sustainability aims in his Chief Medical Officer Annual Report for 2023. He said there is now…
Accelerating cloud adoption in NHS Scotland – AWS explores the impact of adopting the cloud for healthcare delivery
In the age of digital transformation, NHS Scotland is making impressive leaps forward by embracing digital technology. This strategic move is not only revolutionising patient-centric care but also empowering the…
NHS Scotland staff must harness green innovation in drive to meet Net Zero target
The recent NHS Scotland event in Glasgow saw Professor Sir Gregor Smith outline some key sustainability aims in his Chief Medical Officer Annual Report for 2023. He said there is now…
Cyber
Charity dedicated to raising tech skills of young people scoops top prize at Scottish Cyber Awards
A charity dedicated to raising the tech skills of young people scooped the top prize last at the seventh annual Scottish Cyber Awards. SmartSTEMS, which works to engage young people…
‘No indication’ of data extraction, says Western Isles council following cyberattack
A forensic investigation into a cyberattack on Western Isles council has revealed there is ‘no indication’ of any data extraction by hackers. Interim results of a probe into the breach…
Charity dedicated to raising tech skills of young people scoops top prize at Scottish Cyber Awards
A charity dedicated to raising the tech skills of young people scooped the top prize last at the seventh annual Scottish Cyber Awards. SmartSTEMS, which works to engage young people…
‘No indication’ of data extraction, says Western Isles council following cyberattack
A forensic investigation into a cyberattack on Western Isles council has revealed there is ‘no indication’ of any data extraction by hackers. Interim results of a probe into the breach…
Education & Skills
Five Scottish primary schools win international data visualisation competition
Five Scottish primary schools have won an international data visualisation competition representing the theme of community. Windygoul Primary, East Lothian, Dunbog Primary, Fife, Broomlands Primary, Scottish Borders, Seafield Primary, West…
Northcoders seeks to boost digital skills provision in Scotland
Northcoders – a Manchester-based digital skills bootcamp – is promoting its programme in Scotland following the demise of CodeClan. The tech education firm is making its suite of courses ‘more…
Five Scottish primary schools win international data visualisation competition
Five Scottish primary schools have won an international data visualisation competition representing the theme of community. Windygoul Primary, East Lothian, Dunbog Primary, Fife, Broomlands Primary, Scottish Borders, Seafield Primary, West…
Northcoders seeks to boost digital skills provision in Scotland
Northcoders – a Manchester-based digital skills bootcamp – is promoting its programme in Scotland following the demise of CodeClan. The tech education firm is making its suite of courses ‘more…
IoT
‘Digital-first’ approach to international sporting events highlights role of smart tech
Technology plays an intrinsic role within the sports sector, enhancing the way fans engage with their team or favourite athlete, as well as improving the environmental impact of clubs and…
Self-driving cars could feature ‘digital displays’ to communicate with cyclists
Self-driving cars of the future could feature ‘digital displays’ to help keep cyclists safe on the road – according to a paper from Scottish researchers. University of Glasgow computer scientists…
‘Digital-first’ approach to international sporting events highlights role of smart tech
Technology plays an intrinsic role within the sports sector, enhancing the way fans engage with their team or favourite athlete, as well as improving the environmental impact of clubs and…
Self-driving cars could feature ‘digital displays’ to communicate with cyclists
Self-driving cars of the future could feature ‘digital displays’ to help keep cyclists safe on the road – according to a paper from Scottish researchers. University of Glasgow computer scientists…
Justice & Policing
Abolishing surveillance camera safeguards will leave UK without oversight at crucial time, claims report author
A government report co-authored by an academic at Stirling University has identified a “worrying vacuum” in surveillance camera plans for the UK. Professor William Webster contributed to an independent study…
Selective Extraction
Recent reports have indicated that victims and witnesses have been forced to surrender their mobile devices for unacceptable time frames due to lengthy backlogs in digital forensic units which has…
Tackling Digital Evidence Challenges with Integrated Technology Solutions
The collection of digital evidence from the public and businesses is increasingly a challenge for police forces and criminal justice organisations today. Officers struggle to efficiently extract footage and data…
Infrastructure, Connectivity & Built Environment
SWAN switch signals service revolution
BT is raising its game in Scotland. The telecommunications giant, responsible for around a third of all connectivity in the UK, is investing heavily north of the Border. After securing…
Edinburgh connectivity specialist opens office in US to deliver high-speed broadband
An Edinburgh connectivity specialist is opening an office in the US to help state and territorial governments deliver high-speed broadband. Farrpoint will move into Boston, Massachusetts, to work with American…
Commsworld lays the foundations for a digitally transformed Scotland
Scotland is undergoing a huge digital transformation. At the forefront of this change – set to benefit citizens, businesses and public sector organisations alike – is Commsworld. The company, founded…
Data & AI
Virtual production facilities in Dundee and Edinburgh to boost Scotland’s creative industries
Two virtual production suites in Dundee and Edinburgh are to boost Scotland’s creative industries. The facilities at Abertay University and the University of Edinburgh will harness ‘next generation content’ production…
On a mission to change the face of chemistry
Scotland has been chasing its next tech unicorn for some time now. So, when a university professor comes along and vows to create a $10 billion company, it’s bound to…
A revolution on the horizon
Scotland is “open for business”’ when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI), innovation minister Richard Lochhead told an audience of investors in London in September. The message was clear: if…
Is Scotland ready for artificial intelligence?
Scotland’s public sector has done much to define its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) over the last few years. At the heart of the national AI strategy – published by…
Business & Economy
Scottish Government and wider public sector ‘not supportive of business’, Net Zero investor panel concludes
Business leaders have made a series of recommendations to help Scotland transition to net zero after identifying ‘significant challenges’ to attracting investment for key infrastructure projects. Investors believe the Scottish…
Former Skyscanner executive unveiled as chair of digital design agency
A former senior Skyscanner executive has been unveiled as the new chair of an Edinburgh-headquartered digital consultancy business. Shane Corstorphine, former chief financial officer of the digital travel giant, will…
Scottish Government and wider public sector ‘not supportive of business’, Net Zero investor panel concludes
Business leaders have made a series of recommendations to help Scotland transition to net zero after identifying ‘significant challenges’ to attracting investment for key infrastructure projects. Investors believe the Scottish…
Former Skyscanner executive unveiled as chair of digital design agency
A former senior Skyscanner executive has been unveiled as the new chair of an Edinburgh-headquartered digital consultancy business. Shane Corstorphine, former chief financial officer of the digital travel giant, will…
Fintech
New partnership for Scotland’s first bank ‘solely dedicated to small and medium sized businesses’
A new partnership has been struck for Scotland’s first bank ‘solely dedicated to small and medium sized businesses’. Alba Bank, founded by Scottish entrepreneur Jim McColl in 2018, with its…
New talent platform will use AI to skills match candidates to fintech companies in Scotland
A new talent platform has been launched using AI to skills match candidates to over 220 fintech companies in Scotland. The ‘Fintech Talent’ platform will enable professionals to showcase their…
New partnership for Scotland’s first bank ‘solely dedicated to small and medium sized businesses’
A new partnership has been struck for Scotland’s first bank ‘solely dedicated to small and medium sized businesses’. Alba Bank, founded by Scottish entrepreneur Jim McColl in 2018, with its…
New talent platform will use AI to skills match candidates to fintech companies in Scotland
A new talent platform has been launched using AI to skills match candidates to over 220 fintech companies in Scotland. The ‘Fintech Talent’ platform will enable professionals to showcase their…
