Scotland can lead the data revolution ‘through ethics and inclusivity’
Scotland is uniquely placed to become a world leader in data ethics but the industry “must start asking the difficult questions now”, according to the results of a meeting between...
Data; the new hope for cancer control?
Cancer remains one of the great challenges of our time. It is the second leading cause of death globally and kills about 9 million people every year. The number of...
A step change in infrastructure and tech
Our infrastructure supports our communities, public services, wellbeing and economic growth. It encompasses all assets that enable the delivery of public services including schools, hospitals, transport, digital connectivity and housing....
Translucent, truthful information
In simple terms, reality capture devices are instruments which capture real world data through imagery and pointclouds. This data is then utilised within CAD/BIM software to create an exact digital...
Transforming healthcare with AI and virtual assistants
Hear how IBM Watson is being applied within the NHS today, including in the Velindre Cancer Centre, NHS Digital, and Moorefields Eye Hospital. The benefits of AI powered Virtual Assistants...
Scotland’s global role showcased at UK’s first two-week festival of data innovation
DataFest19, the UK’s first two-week festival of data innovation, focused on the economic and social benefits of data-driven innovation. The festival saw in excess of 4,000 participants, with 62 events...
‘Data-driven innovation has potential to deliver great benefits’ says Nicola Sturgeon
Data-driven innovation has the potential to deliver great benefits to Scottish businesses and the economy more widely, said Nicola Sturgeon. The First Minister was addressing delegates today in Edinburgh on...
UK Government launches investigation into algorithmic decision-making bias
The potential for bias in the use of algorithms in crime and justice, financial services, recruitment, and local government is to be investigated by the Centre for Data Ethics and...
Scotland’s aspiring data science students connect with industry
Aspiring data science and engineering students from across Scotland rubbed shoulders with employers from some of the country’s leading organisations at the Hilton Hotel in Glasgow today for Data Talent...
UK’s first two-week festival of data innovation begins today
The UK’s first two-week long festival of data innovation begins across Scotland today. DataFest, now in its third year, will focus on the economic and social benefits of data-driven innovation...
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