London Tech Week 2024 is set to be a monumental event for the UK, significantly expanding in size due to surging interest. Nicola Hodson, the chief executive of IBM UK, sees this as a prime opportunity for the UK to solidify its leadership in AI. Highlighting the event's importance, Hodson noted the UK's potential to demonstrate real-life AI applications amid the ongoing hype.
What's new this year:
Event Growth: London Tech Week has nearly doubled in size, expecting up to 45,000 attendees, reflecting increased global interest in the UK's tech scene.
Government Support: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Chancellor Jeremy Hunt are using the event to emphasize the UK’s commitment to AI and tech innovation, showcasing government support and investment in this sector.
Key Priorities: IBM's Nicola Hodson outlined three crucial areas for the next UK government to focus on in order to enhance tech growth:
Driving economic growth.
Supporting startups to scale.
Investing in advanced technologies like AI and quantum computing.
Industry Engagement: The event features a mix of high-profile speakers from leading tech companies such as Google Deepmind, Monzo, and Microsoft UK, as well as government figures and industry leaders, underscoring the collaborative effort to advance the UK’s tech ambitions.
Hodson also praised the UK's smart regulatory approach to AI, emphasizing the importance of creating an attractive environment for both startups and large tech companies to invest and grow.
In addition to the highlighted points above, there are many themes which will be explored through keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops led by prominent figures from the tech industry, government, and academia.
Full list of topics at London Tech Week 2024:
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Applications and governance
Harnessing AI for positive impact
Convergence with quantum computing
Cyber Security
Strategies to mitigate risks
Protecting data and ensuring business continuity
Addressing the shortage of cyber security professionals
Future of Data and Security
Data access and analysis
Leveraging data for scale-up success
Implementing robust security measures
Deep Tech Revolution
Transformative potential of emerging technologies
Role of AI and quantum computing in industry reshaping
Sustainability
Tech’s contribution to a greener future
Sustainable tech innovations and applications
Talent and Skills Development
Educational initiatives
Workforce development
Addressing the tech skills gap
Health and Care Innovations
Advancements in health tech
Improving healthcare delivery and patient outcomes
Responsible Business Practices
Ethical implications of tech development and usage
Emphasizing responsible innovation and business practices
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