AI could help speed up diagnosis of heart failure, Glasgow study shows
Artificial intelligence (AI) could help speed up the diagnosis of heart failure according to a new study by Glasgow researchers. Handheld ultrasound devices using the technology could be deployed to...
Scottish Tech Army launches ‘soundscape service’ for visually impaired people
The Scottish Tech Army has launched a ‘soundscape service’ to help visually impaired people navigate the urban environment. The volunteer tech group, set up as a response to Covid, is...
Scottish connectivity firm launches maritime and energy division
A Scottish connectivity and network specialist has launched a maritime and energy division with a new office in England. Bathgate-based Clarus Networks is opening up in Norwich, due to its...
Government ‘ecosystem fund’ relaunched to help kickstart new businesses
A Scottish Government ‘ecosystem fund’ has been relaunched to help entrepreneurs kickstart their businesses. Grants of up to £50,000 will be available to ambitious founders seeking to startup or ‘scaleup’...
Experts gather in Aberdeen to tackle pandemics and wildfires through computer modelling
International specialists in advanced computer modelling are in Aberdeen this week for a special forum dedicated to solving global challenges – from pandemics to climate change. The experts in simulation...
Glasgow’s ‘metro region’ aims for formal recognition to boost economic connectivity
Glasgow’s surrounding eight local authorities will be incorporated into a ‘metro region’ under government-backed plans to boost investment in key regeneration areas. Talks are set to begin with local leaders...
Health research and innovation conference to celebrate 50th anniversary of Chief Scientist Office
A national health research and innovation conference is set to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Scottish Government’s Chief Scientist Office. The event at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in...
Young hacker who exposed Tesla security flaws to speak at ScotSoft
A young hacker who made global headlines by exposing security flaws at Tesla is to be a keynote speaker at Scotland’s annual tech industry meetup. David Colombo, 21, remotely accessed...
Police Scotland seeks £400m investment to achieve aims of new five-year digital strategy
Police Scotland is seeking £400m investment to achieve the aims of a new five-year digital strategy, published today. The force is looking to secure funding to realise its aspiration of...
Female founders’ hackathon event to overcome feeling of “not belonging”
A female founders’ hackathon event is set to be staged to overcome the feeling of “not belonging” in the tech industry. The technical and business-focused event will be organised by...
