Technology

Bath-based Institute of Coding to ‘unlock new skills and new jobs’ for thousands of learners

July 3, 2023
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Bath-based Institute of Coding to ‘unlock new skills and new jobs’ for thousands of learners

The University of Bath-led Institute of Coding (IoC) has launched a series of free digital skills programmes targeting learners from low-income and minority backgrounds across the UK. The Click Start programmes, which are focused on tackling the digital skills gap and improving social mobility, include one that links the IoC with Bath Spa University....

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Double commitment to planet and people underscores 15 years’ work by ‘most ethical’ digital agency

July 2, 2023
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Double commitment to planet and people underscores 15 years’ work by ‘most ethical’ digital agency

‘Tech for good’ agency Digital Wonderlab has become the latest to firm in the Bath area to achieve the coveted B Corp status while also pledging to donate at least 1% of its sales to environmental causes. Digital Wonderlab founder and CEO Nathan Baranowski said the double commitment was the culmination of 15 years...

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Indian business delegation in the West of England to explore links with region’s tech sector

July 2, 2023
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Indian business delegation in the West of England to explore links with region’s tech sector

The West of England’s pioneering tech sector has been showcased to business leaders from India looking to build bilateral ties with the region. The 30-strong delegation includes CEOs, presidents and directors from businesses at the forefront of cutting-edge computer technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning and zero trust security. The executives, who are looking...

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Long-term success of Bath’s tech sector at risk from local politicians’ ‘lack of interest’, report warns

June 23, 2023
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Long-term success of Bath’s tech sector at risk from local politicians’ ‘lack of interest’, report warns

A lack of interest among the West of England’s politicians in its tech sector, despite its strength, is holding it back compared to other regions, according to a major new report. At the same time, the government’s ‘levelling-up’ agenda is steering funding towards parts of the country with strong and supportive political leadership. As...

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MBE for University of Bath academic who has spearheaded digital skills training across the UK

June 23, 2023
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MBE for University of Bath academic who has spearheaded digital skills training across the UK

A leading academic and digital pioneer at the University of Bath’s Institute of Coding (IoC) has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours. The award to IoC director Prof Rachid Hourizi, pictured, was “richly deserved”, said the university’s vice-chancellor and president Prof Ian White, who hailed the institute’s work in breaking down barriers...

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Business show will showcase the University of Bath’s support for innovation in the city

June 22, 2023
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Business show will showcase the University of Bath’s support for innovation in the city

The University of Bath’s commitment to fostering innovation and enterprise in the city will step up a gear next week when it hosts a major business show. The two-day Bath & North East Somerset Business Show takes place in the university’s new School of Management next Tuesday and Wednesday, 27-28 June. will feature exhibitions, workshops,...

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Business West urges action over interest rates as latest hike pushes Bath firms ‘to the brink’

June 22, 2023
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The government and the Bank of England must do more to curb interest rates and lower inflation to avoid firms in Bath being “pushed to the brink”, the area’s largest business organisation has said. Following the Bank’s decision yesterday to hike the base rate from 4.5% to 5% – its highest for 15 years...

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Partnership with specialist firm will future-proof full-fibre internet access for residents in Curo’s flat

June 22, 2023
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Partnership with specialist firm will future-proof full-fibre internet access for residents in Curo’s flat

Curo, the Bath-headquartered housing association and developer, has teamed up with a digital housing infrastructure specialist to make sure all residents in its multi-dwelling units have access to full-fibre internet. Around 4,700 of the 13,000 homes in Curo’s, portfolio across Bath, Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Wiltshire are multi-dwelling units, usually blocks of...

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Business West celebrates 200 years of supporting the region’s businesses with new campaign

June 21, 2023
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Business West celebrates 200 years of supporting the region’s businesses with new campaign

Business West, one of the UK’s largest chambers of commerce, is celebrating 200 years of leading and supporting businesses with a campaign entitled 200 Years of Future Thinking. Marking two centuries since the Bristol-based Chamber of Commerce was founded, the campaign coincides with a new-look brand image, pictured, below, on a banner with members of the...

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They’re the bee’s knees. Unique awards recognise Bath firms as being pollinator champions

June 16, 2023
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They’re the bee’s knees. Unique awards recognise Bath firms as being pollinator champions

A digital tech agency, a social housing provider and an organic farm were the Bath winners in a unique awards scheme to champion the best bee-friendly businesses across the West of England. The Bee Bold Awards were set up to recognise pollinator champions – with six organisations landing trophies in two categories at the...

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