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Data Driven Entrepreneurship programme supports post-Covid recovery Despite the many unknowns of the Covid pandemic, one thing has always been obvious – the economic damage caused by the crisis is…
The time is right for digital transformation
When the coronavirus pandemic hit in early 2020, UK businesses were amongst the most prepared according to Xerox’s global research[1]. The trend for digital transformation had already paved the way…
Five year digital strategy aims achieved in a matter of months, says Scotland’s most senior judge
Scotland’s most senior judge has said the digital ambitions of the nation’s courts and tribunals service were achieved in ‘one fifteenth’ of the time allotted in its five-year strategic plan….
Safe return for all students to college and university
New guidance has been published to help Scotland’s colleges and universities prepare for a safe and phased return to campus. The guidance has been developed in partnership with colleges, universities,…
Criminals seek to exploit COVID-19 outbreak
Criminals are exploiting the COVID-19 pandemic and playing on the fears of businesses and the public, Scotland’s Serious Organised Crime Taskforce has heard. Organised crime groups are now focusing on targeting those most…
Digital Pen that Detects Neuromotor Illnesses Gets Major Cash Injection
Manus Neurodynamica, a medical technology firm based in Edinburgh, has secured £750,000 in funding for its digital pen technology which provides an early warning of Parkinson’s disease. The company says…
Historic Environment Scotland produce PPE for NHS Scotland staff
3D printers were used by HES to create models for sites and collections for conservation. The public body has repurposed technology at its national conservation centre, the Engine Shed in…
Digital evidence start-up secures £1.3m from investors
Cyan Forensics – the Edinburgh-based start-up whose technology helps police investigators to find evidence faster – has secured a further £1.3m from a consortium of investors. The funding, which has come…
Global services giant Atos launches new cyber resilience paper highlighting ‘significant’ new threats
Global services giant Atos has launched a new cyber resilience report highlighting ‘significant’ new threats in online security. The new paper, Digital Vision for Cyber Security 2, is an update to…
New app will be the ‘Uber of architecture’
A tech entrepreneur has pledged that his new app is set to be the ‘Uber of architecture’ after designing an automated service that will vastly improve the way people go…