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UHI and Space Scotland launch discovery kits to inspire next generation of the space workforce and boost STEM subjects

By updatesPosted on 23rd April 202623rd April 2026Posted in Member News, ScotlandISData, Skills

The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) and Space Scotland’s have launched a new Space Forces Discovery Kit to inspire the next generation of the space workforce. The kits offer a fun, hands-on way for learners to explore the science of

Scottish technology sector shows cautious optimism as growth stabilises, ScotlandIS survey finds

By updatesPosted on 20th April 202616th April 2026Posted in ScotlandISData, ScotlandISCyber, Skills, ScotlandIS News

Scotland’s technology sector is entering 2026 with a cautiously positive outlook, as companies balance steady growth opportunities with ongoing economic and regulatory pressures, the latest Scottish Technology Industry Survey 2026 from ScotlandIS reveals. The survey shows that the majority (71%)

The Regional Data Centre Revolution Powered by AI Demand

By updatesPosted on 17th April 202617th April 2026Posted in Member News, ScotlandISData

Mark Lewis, Chief Marketing Officer at Pulsant, offers his insights into why data centre hubs are gradually moving away from London. London still hosts the biggest concentration of UK data centre capacity, but the centre of gravity is starting to move.

Lloyds Banking Group becomes first FTSE 100 firm to bring AI into the boardroom

By updatesPosted on 16th April 202616th April 2026Posted in Member News, ScotlandISData

Lloyds Banking Group has become what is believed to be the first FTSE 100 company to deploy a specialist artificial intelligence “board bot” in its boardroom, as the 260-year-old bank accelerates its transformation into what it describes as “the UK’s

MOTHER launches from the UK: rethinking infrastructure for an AI-defined future

By updatesPosted on 14th April 202614th April 2026Posted in Member News, ScotlandISData, ScotlandISCyber

A new AI infrastructure company, MOTHER, launched on Mother’s Day, with a bold claim: this is not another AI tool. It is strategic decision architecture designed for a threat landscape shaped by AI, not one pretending it doesn’t exist. Founded

University of Glasgow and Lloyds Banking Group announce groundbreaking agentic AI research programme

By updatesPosted on 31st March 202631st March 2026Posted in Member News, ScotlandISData

A new research partnership between the University of Glasgow and Lloyds Banking Group is setting out to explore the potential of AI to support software and data engineering. Over the next four years, the partners will explore how large language

University of Edinburgh AI Accelerator open for applications

By updatesPosted on 26th March 202626th March 2026Posted in Member News, ScotlandISData, Opportunity

The University of Edinburgh AI Accelerator has re-opened for applications. Applications are open until 11th May and the programme starts in September. Why take part? This is a great opportunity for you and your business to get bespoke support from a world-class University and leading business development programme. Benefits include: Who can apply? Established AI

Scotland launches five-year AI strategy

By updatesPosted on 26th March 202626th March 2026Posted in ScotlandISData, Industry News, ScotlandIS News

Scottish government has launched a five-year artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, encompassing a series of measures with the aim of positioning Scotland as a leader in the AI revolution. This includes improving national infrastructure, improving public AI literacy and helping local businesses wanting to

Scotland’s top tech innovators recognised at the Digital Tech Awards 2026

By updatesPosted on 20th March 202620th March 2026Posted in Member News, ScotlandISData, ScotlandISCyber, ScotlandIS News

ScotlandIS, the membership and cluster management organisation for Scotland’s digital technologies industry, has announced the winners of its 2026 Digital Tech Awards at a ceremony in Glasgow last night. Now in its 16th year, the awards celebrate the talent, innovation

World’s top Human Robot Interaction experts unite in Edinburgh

By updatesPosted on 18th March 202618th March 2026Posted in Member News, ScotlandISData

Experts using robots to help autistic children, support independent living, transform healthcare and improve people’s everyday lives will attend a major international conference with free public event. Robots that help autistic children to develop communication skills and tech to support