’World’s first’ soft robots developed by scientists at the University of Edinburgh
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh have developed the ‘world’s first’ soft robots which can be 3D-printed and walk straight off the production line – powered by compressed air. The...
More than 100 traveltech companies now operating in Scotland, per new report
More than 100 traveltech companies are now operating in Scotland according to new analysis by a global data platform that provides intelligence on startups, scale-ups, and tech ecosystems. Dealroom –...
Scottish Government ‘first in UK’ to use AI tool for analysing consultation responses
The Scottish Government has become the first administration in the UK to use an artificial intelligence tool to analyse public responses to consultations – with “promising results”. Consult’, built by...
Minister launches new data and AI skills framework to boost business and communities
A Scottish Government minister today launched a new data and artificial intelligence (AI) skills framework to boost business and communities. Graeme Dey, higher and further education minister, unveiled the programme...
Scottish public sector organisations encouraged to enter AI Challenge, which is now open for applications
Scotland’s public sector AI Challenge opens today (May 8) – with organisations urged to embrace the technology as a way of investing in their future. The second annual edition of...
National Robotarium ‘stands ready’ to support new AI Scotland programme, unveiled by ministers
The National Robotarium – the UK’s centre for robotics and AI – ‘stands ready’ to be a key delivery partner for a new AI Scotland programme announced yesterday by ministers....
AI agents can help Scottish public services avoid a return to ‘painful’ cuts and austerity
As the UK Government tightens its belt – with a 15% reduction in operating costs stretching across departments – departments must scrutinise every workflow for efficiency gains via generative AI....
Brightsolid acquires Gateshead-based IT solutions provider Synergi
Cloud services company Brightsolid has announced its full acquisition of Gateshead-based IT solutions provider Synergi to expand its services and client base. Established over 25 years as part of DC Thomson, Brightsolid is a...
Aberdeen tech firm that uses AI to detect allergens for food vendors achieves prized industry certification standard
An Aberdeen tech firm which uses AI to detect allergens in ingredients destined for food vendors including restaurants and supermarkets has achieved a prized industry certification standard. LiberEat, which works...
New startup scheme aims to bring AI tech to healthcare in Scotland – by building ‘bridge’ between postgraduates and NHS
A new startup scheme aims to bring AI tech to healthcare in Scotland – by building a bridge between university postgraduates and the NHS. ‘AI Discovery’ will help postgraduates harness...
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