The UK government has announced a £60 million package of investment for the creative industries as part of plans to drive growth in the sector. Set to be announced by Culture Secretary and Greater Manchester MP, Lisa Nandy, at the Creative Industries Growth Summit in the North-east today (17th … [Read more...]
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CMA to launch investigation into Google search and advertising
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into whether Google has strategic market status in online search and search advertising. The search engine accounts for more than 90% of all general search queries in the UK, and over 200,000 UK businesses use its search … [Read more...]
Government funding announced to trial uses of AI suited for small businesses
120 projects will receive a share of £7 million in UK Government funding, that will test AI tech applications for small businesses in sectors including agriculture, transport, and construction. Small businesses across the country will be helped to boost their productivity and efficiency through … [Read more...]
GMCA partners with University of Salford to unlock barriers to data sharing
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the University of Salford have begun a two-and-a-half year knowledge transfer partnership (KTP) to support a data sharing framework across the city-region. The project will entail the University, GMCA and researcher, Idris Adekeye, developing, … [Read more...]
Merseyway Innovation Centre to host XR technology event
Merseyway Innovation Centre will host Pioneers in XR for an exploration of how extended reality (XR) technology could shape future business innovation. The Stockport business community is invited to hear from industry speakers at the town centre business hub on 5th December from 6-8pm. … [Read more...]
Stockport Digital Network to discuss the power of immersive technology in business at next meeting
Stockport based businesses in the Digital and Tech sector are invited to participate in the next Stockport Digital Network event on Thursday 28th November at the Light Cinema, Stockport. Sponsored by Stockport Council, the Stockport Digital Network is an initiative to connect Stockport's digital … [Read more...]
Consultation launched on new rules for subscription contracts
The government has launched a consultation on measures to make it easier for consumers to get a refund or cancel subscription contracts. The consultation will explore the detail of how the new regime governing contracts, ranging from physical subscriptions such as magazines to digital products … [Read more...]
Stockport catering supplies business to invest in eCommerce
Stockport-based catering supplies business, Stephensons has partnered with an eCommerce consultancy to enhance its offering to customers. The fifth-generation family-run firm has appointed Manchester-based PushON to help modernise its sales approach and expand its digital and eCommerce presence. … [Read more...]
Stockport digital media company reveals unique way to celebrate local heroes
Stockport’s Crystal Clear Media Group has revealed a unique way to shine a light on local heroes: by using their digital roadside screens. In the first campaign of its kind, the digital media specialists are dedicating screen time to celebrate the fantastic, selfless heroes who transform the … [Read more...]
Stockport College hosts cyber security workshop for local businesses
Stockport businesses are invited to learn key fundamentals of cyber security at an interactive session, Building Cyber Resilience – One Brick At A Time, at Stockport College. Taking place on Wednesday 27th November from 9.30am to 1.30pm, the session will help attendees understand how to protect … [Read more...]
David O’Hearns from Dawn joins panel for Cheadle digital innovation event
David O’Hearns, Managing Director at Stockport branding agency, Dawn Creative, will be among the panelists at an upcoming event exploring digital transformation. The event, Faster Britain Presents – Driving Digital Innovation and Business Growth in Cheadle: Lessons from Local Leaders invites … [Read more...]
North West cyber resilience body celebrates fifth anniversary
The North West Cyber Resilience Centre (NWCRC) has celebrated its fifth anniversary of supporting businesses in the region to protect themselves from cyber crime. Established in Manchester in 2019 as a partnership between the region's police forces and digital sector body, Manchester Digital, the … [Read more...]
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