Converge has unveiled its largest-ever awards package totalling more than £400,000, significantly expanding opportunities for university innovators to transform their ideas into thriving businesses. New collaborations unlock enhanced support for early-stage academic entrepreneurs, including awards from The Data Lab. Expanded prize pot and collaborations The record-breaking prize pot includes £305,000 in equity-free cash awards and […]
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2024: The Year of Change – Reflections from Heather Thomson
2024 has been a year of change and growth for The Data Lab. In this guest blog, Heather Thomson, our Interim CEO, reflects on a year of personal and professional milestones. From stepping into the role of Interim CEO to celebrating a decade of The Data Lab’s impact, Heather shares her journey of leadership, collaboration, […]
Why Scotland is the perfect test bed for data and AI experimentation
Scotland is a nation of innovators, and it has been for many, many generations. A quick glance back through tech history reminds us that Scottish trailblazers have been making waves across the globe for hundreds of years. The first telephone, the television, and Penicillin were all introduced to the world stage by Scots! However, The […]
Funding for Driving Value from AI online course
The Flexible AI Upskilling Fund will support SMEs in the by match-funding AI skills training for their employees. You can apply now for funding to cover 50% of the costs for The Data Lab’s Driving Value from AI online course. Our Driving Value from AI course pulls together thought leadership, experienced practitioners and engaging activities […]
Top tips for crafting your data driven business strategy
Crafting an effective data-driven business strategy is essential for any modern business. We’ve compiled top tips from The Data Lab experts to kick start your journey towards becoming a more strategic data-driven organisation. Plus, consider these additional insights… Crafting a data-driven business strategy tailored to your objectives and stakeholder needs is essential for success in […]
The Data Lab upskills more than 1000 learners to address growing digital skills gap
The Data Lab, Scotland’s innovation centre for data and AI, has announced it has upskilled almost 1,000 learners in data literacy through its Data Skills for Work programme. The vast majority of which are based in Edinburgh and South East Scotland. Addressing the digital skills gap Led by The Data Lab, the Data Skills for […]
Funding advice: A guide to business start-up grants in Scotland
In this new era of data and AI technologies, Scotland (a nation of innovators for many generations) stands out as one of the finest and most desirable places to experiment with new ideas. The country is primed to maximise its natural resources and realise its technological ambitions. Data creation, processing and storage that underpin a […]
Funded Data Courses for Organisations in the Highlands and Islands
Applications for this offer have now closed. Email skills@thedatalab.com with any questions, or if you’d like to discuss your professional development needs. Are you ready to elevate your data and AI knowledge? The Data Lab has announced a unique opportunity for organisations based in the Highlands and Islands region to access online course bundles in […]
The Data Lab Academy Funding Call for 2024-25 Now Open
Scottish universities are invited to apply to become part of The Data Lab Academy programme for AY 24-25, providing the opportunity for their students to receive scholarships to fund their MSc studies. These students will also join a programme of employability, networking and skills training which complements their academic studies, improves opportunities and better prepares […]
Join the Data for Entrepreneurs Pilot Programme
In collaboration with industry experts, The Data Lab is excited to announce the launch of its new course, “Data for Entrepreneurs.” This programme empowers aspiring and established entrepreneurs with the essential skills to succeed in today’s data-driven business landscape. The course features insights from industry leaders, including Steven Drost, Codebase CSO, and Chris Speed, Chair […]