WM5G and TechWM launch Internet of things + 5G Special Interest Group to accelerate economic growth through tech adoption
Quick Read: WM5G and TechWM have launches a 5G + IoT Special Interest Group to accelerate adoption of 5G, IoT, and AI across the West Midlands, targeting sectors like manufacturing and health to drive economic growth and innovation. Hot on the heels of Birmingham Tech Week, WM5G – the connectivity innovation business – and TechWM – […]
Inicio.ai wins £1.35m in One To Win pitch competition
Quick Read: Inicio.ai, a fintech tech startup based in the West Midlands has been awarded £1.35 Million at Birmingham Tech Week’s Tech Awards as part of the One To Win pitch competition. One to Win is spearheaded by TechWM, Rigby Group plc, SCC, Haatch, and the West Midlands Co-Invest Fund (delivered through Midven, part of Future […]
Interview with Steve Rigby
Quick Read: In an interview, Steve Rigby highlights the West Midlands tech scene is thriving, with strong foundations in AI and cross-industry collaboration. With increased government support, improved perception, and strategic partnerships, the region can unlock its full potential and emerge as a key global tech hub. The West Midlands tech ecosystem is certainly thriving, but […]
Transforming the West Midlands Digital Landscape: The Digital Skills Consortium
Quick Read: During Birmingham Tech Week 2024’s Digital Skills Symposium, the West Midlands solidified its ambition to become the UK’s premier digital hub with the announcement of the West Midlands Digital Skills Consortium (WMDSC). Comprised of several businesses from various sectors, this consortium seeks to revolutionise the region’s digital ecosystem, creating a unique environment for digital […]
West Midlands Mayor & Secretary of State For Science, Innovation, & Technology to appear at Birmingham Tech Week 2024
Quick Read: Birmingham Tech Week 2024 is set to host the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, The Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP during the Leadership Breakfast on Monday October 21, and the West Midlands Mayor, Richard Parker, during the Digital Skills Symposium on Tuesday 22 October. Their participation at the event underscores the […]
IBM joins Birmingham Tech Week as Headline Sponsor
Quick Read: IBM, one of the world’s largest technology and consulting companies, is the headline sponsor of Birmingham Tech Week 2024, taking place later this month. IBM has also joined TechWM as a patron, alongside Goldman Sachs, a leading global investment banking firm. Now in its sixth year, Birmingham Tech Week, led by TechWM, will take […]
Changes at the top of TechWM set to see growth in the West Midlands
Quick Read: TechWM, the leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to driving tech innovation in the West Midlands, has announced a new Chairman alongside the appointment of new board members. Bringing over 40 years’ collective industry experience, this board expansion comes as the organisation celebrates significant growth in revenue and ahead of the sixth annual Birmingham Tech Week. […]
Victoria Pargetter-Garner Appointed Director of Digital Skills & Commercial Impact at TechWM
Quick Read: Victoria Pargetter-Garner joins TechWM as Director of Digital Skills & Commercial Impact, focusing on bridging the digital skills gap to drive growth in the West Midlands’ tech sector. TechWM is proud to announce the appointment of Victoria Pargetter-Garner as Director of Digital Skills & Commercial Impact. Victoria will play a pivotal role in shaping […]
Chamber CEO Supports West Midlands SMEs on the Path to AI Adoption
Quick Read: West Midlands SMEs are set to benefit from a 12-week AI adoption programme led by AND Digital and TechWM, with support from the Black Country Chamber of Commerce and WMCA. Black Country Chamber of Commerce CEO Sarah Moorhouse joined representatives from Tech WM and WMCA on the judging panel for a new 12-week AI […]
Forging The Future: West Midlands Manufacturers Meet Their AI Mentors
Quick Read: AND Digital, TechWM, and partners have teamed up to help West Midlands manufacturers introduce AI to their operations. The AI Adoption Acceleration Programme, a fully-funded 12-week programme will give free support to eight businesses from across the West Midlands as they enhance their technological integrations. Led by AND Digital and TechWM with support from […]