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A consortium of research partners in Scotland are developing an internet of things (IoT) sensor network that provides real-time monitoring of rural road conditions. DigiFlec, a start-up based in Dunfermline, is working with CENSIS – Scotland’s innovation centre for sensors, imaging systems,
Optima Partners, an Edinburgh-headquartered data science and transformation consultancy, has raised £2.3 million in funding. Founded in 2013, the firm offers design-led customer and digital transformation services to clients across the customer, carbon and health sectors. The investment round, led
Wireless Communications experts pureLiFi will target a global roll out of their revolutionary technology after securing £10million backing from the Scottish National Investment Bank. The Edinburgh based firm uses light to transmit data rather than conventional radio frequency systems such
Cyber Runway is the UK’s largest government-backed cyber security accelerator. Its first programme supported 107 entrepreneurs and startups. They are once more looking for startups and scaleups that are gearing up for fast growth. Just like last time, they are
The Scotland 5G Centre has announced the winners of its first Innovation Challenge focussing on ‘Shaping Digital Health & Social Care’. The three winning SMEs will now benefit from an intensive acceleration programme and access to a private 5G network
Founded by former tennis professional Collin Powers, Ellyra is a VR tennis simulator created to allow those previously excluded from tennis because of social, economic or disability reasons to enjoy training, playing, and competing in the game. Developed at Edinburgh University, tennis
A £28.75 million programme has ensured 4G mobile phone coverage has been expanded in dozens of rural areas in Scotland. Improved digital connectivity has been delivered by the Scottish 4G Infill (S4GI) programme to help people across the country gain
Head of ScotlandIS Cyber, Ciara Mitchell, will be officiating the new office opening for PlanB Consulting in Glasgow next week. PlanB Consulting is a Business Continuity and Crisis Management consulting firm that has grown considerably over the last few years.
The Scottish Cyber Awards now needs no introduction. It’s the highlight of the annual cyber calendar with the whole community coming together for one night to celebrate the talent of Scotland. Now in its sixth year, the awards recognise and celebrate stand-out
The Global Incubator Programme is an acceleration programme for innovative SMEs to explore the potential of overseas markets. You need to explore the potential of overseas markets before you can grow. The Global Incubator Programme is an acceleration programme for cohorts of
