Tech challenge launched to counter drone threats in prisons
A new innovation challenge aimed at combatting the growing threat of drones to prisons has been launched by the Ministry of Justice through His Majesty's Government Communications Centre Co-Creation. Source link
£10 million for cutting edge tech to help futureproof England’s electric vehicle chargepoint supply and keep drivers moving
£10 million for cutting-edge technology could enable chargers to run off-grid, speeding up the chargepoint rollout on motorways and major A-roads, to make EVs more accessible this is the latest action from the government to boost charging infrastructure after recent stats showed the UK network has hit a record of 86,021 chargers – a 23% […]
Government cuts red tape to revolutionise public services with cutting-edge tech
New funding will fast-track ground-breaking innovations such as drones delivering medicines in the Scottish islands to firefighters using AI to spot fire risks faster Slashing unnecessary red tape will help NHS patients, improve safety and speed up delivery of public services Regulatory Innovation Office will reduce the burden for innovative businesses such as drones and […]
UK regions given extra £20m science and tech cash boost as new investment kicks off landmark growth summit
Greater Manchester, West Midlands and Glasgow City Region backed to the tune of £50m each to support local innovation priorities from life-saving medicines to clean fuels that can cut bills Further life sciences investment in state-of-the-art West Midlands facilities to create jobs and boost Britain’s health resilience, with valuable medicines made on home shores Comes […]
Smart glasses and AI filter apps among new tech to transform the mental health of millions
Cutting-edge extended reality backed to deliver real-time mental health support for people across the UK, including those with severe depression and anxiety 17 projects supported by share of £3.6 million could treat people in every corner of the UK, helping reduce costs to the NHS and resource pressure with real-time support, turbocharging our Plan for […]
Investment in British AI companies hits record levels as Tech Sec pitches UK as global magnet
Record £2.9 billion invested in British AI companies last year – with average deals worth £5.9 million, fuelling the Plan for Change. Regulators, investors and tech companies urged to hammer home the UK’s enterprise and opportunity credentials, with plans to corner a new AI trust industry. Red tape to be slashed for regulators in key […]