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Speaking at a launch event at techUK, the Prime Minister's Adviser on AI Opportunities Matt Clifford and Minister Feryal Clark announced the next steps of the Government’s plan to supercharge AI capacity and economic growth through AI Growth Zones.
Following on from the launch of techUK’s Local Digital Index in December 2024, techUK hosted its first Scottish roundtable of the year in Glasgow, focused on driving tech sector growth and advancing the digital economy.
92% of private business owners are confident about their growth prospects over the next 12 months, with 59% very confident, more than half plan to grow via new products and expansion across Europe and North America and technology cited as the main area of investment, with AI the biggest priority
Lack of expertise is the top barrier to AI adoption, regulatory compliance is the top concern for large businesses, high costs are the main barrier standing between small businesses and AI adoption and 56% of businesses are prioritising operational efficiency with AI adoption
The case study highlights the UK government's focus on growth through tech and digital innovation, shaping a more optimistic outlook for 2025 despite geopolitical and economic uncertainties.
techUK welcomes the release of the London Growth Plan (27th February). The 10-year plan places tech and digitisation at the heart of future growth and prosperity for the global city. Artificial intelligence (AI), life sciences, robotics, cleantech, the creative industries and quantum computing are rightly identified as key opportunities for future growth. Looking ahead, industry collaboration must be at the heart of delivery on proposals.
Vickie Pargetter-Garner, Director of Digital Skills and Commercial Impact at TechWM, explores the pressing digital skills shortages in the West Midlands and how businesses can help shape the future of digital skills in the region.
techUK were delighted to attend the launch event at the Edinburgh Futures Institute to hear from the Deputy First Minister, Kate Forbes MSP, and CEO of CodeBase, Stephen Coleman, about some of the highlights from 2024 and plans for the year to come.
