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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
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%)
AI maturity, meta-skills development, green data centres and stronger cyber resilience are all set to shape the next 12 months in Scottish tech. And, despite a challenging political and economic backdrop in 2025, Scotland’s tech leaders remain broadly optimistic about
Digital Xtra, the Scottish charity which inspires young people to become actively involved in tech, has awarded grants totalling nearly £120,000 to schools and community organisations across 17 local authorities as part of its tenth funding cycle. The 27 grant
ScotlandIS, the trade body and cluster management organisation for Scotland’s digital technology sector, has today launched its manifesto for 2026. The manifesto is designed to help inform the strategic priorities of government, industry, and academia, providing insight drawn from collaboration
ScotlandIS, the membership and cluster management organisation for Scotland’s digital technologies sector, is calling for responses to its 18th annual industry survey. The survey will contribute to the organisation’s 2026 report which acts as a temperature gauge for Scotland’s technology
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A new offer to help people across Scotland gain skills in a range of digital technologies has been launched. The Digital Learning Initiative brings together training offered by AWS, Cisco, IBM, Microsoft and Salesforce to help people improve their digital skills. Led
Heriot-Watt University has launched its Professional Academy, a comprehensive online learning platform that will be offering over 50 university-credited courses designed specifically for busy professionals seeking to upskill rapidly in their current roles. The innovative platform addresses the growing demand for flexible,
Teenaged girls from across Glasgow have taken part in a ground-breaking tech event hosted by Glasgow Caledonian University. The ‘Empowering Women in Cybersecurity’ event brought together S3 pupils from schools across the city. Organised as part of the British Council-funded project,
