CAN DO Innovation Event Programme

As the curtains close, and the Summit is over for another year, we are excited to share the 2023 CAN DO Innovation Summit showreel Thanks to our partners, sponsors, speakers, attendees & exhibitors for making this event a huge success! Please tag yourself in the comments below 👇

💻 The UK faced a staggering rise in data breaches, with 8.3 million accounts leaked in Q3 2024. Globally, breaches surged by 96%, underscoring the growing cybersecurity risks 👇 Learn more https://lnkd.in/es-ADM3W #CyberSecurity #DataBreachPrevention

🚨✨ Scotland is at the forefront of innovation with new research trials using virtual reality, AI, and wearable technology to combat drug deaths. Projects like LifeSavr and real-time monitoring wristbands are designed to detect and prevent opioid overdoses, providing life-saving solutions. 👇 Learn more https://lnkd.in/eQqcqq5g #HealthcareInnovation #AIForGood #DrugOverdosePrevention #WearableTechnology #LifeSavingTech

🚀 Scotland is gearing up to become a global deeptech superpower! Mark Logan, Scotland’s chief entrepreneurial advisor, has launched an exciting programme to build advanced manufacturing pathways, enabling startups to scale beyond prototypes and grow within Scotland. Based at the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District (AMIDS), this bold initiative will drive innovation and help our tech ecosystem flourish. 🔬 Mark Logan 👇 Learn more https://lnkd.in/evMdkH6i #DeeptechInnovation #ScotlandTech #AdvancedManufacturing #StartupGrowth #TechLeadership

🚀 New research from #InnovateHer highlights a major gender gap in the tech sector: while 78% of girls are interested in technology, only 39% see tech as a viable career option. 📍 InnovateHer 🔬 Chelsea Slater 👇 Read more https://lnkd.in/evbHsmzS #WomenInTech #GenderEqualityInTech #STEMforGirls #TechEducation #TechCareers

**Digital Tech Awards 2025** We are delighted to open applications for the ScotlandIS Digital Technology Awards 2025! Taking place a little earlier in the year than usual on 20th March, the awards aim to recognise the brilliant companies and individuals doing some amazing things in our sector. With a new IT Managed Service provider award joining the lineup, there's something for everyone - applications can be amended and updated until the closing date of 9th January but don't take too long to enter! Find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gnjVK-T #DigitalTech2025 #cyber #data #TechForGood #PublicSector

🏆The Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards are back for their 10th year, and they are on the hunt for exceptional, inspiring and ground-breaking business-academic people and partnerships.   🙌These awards champion the best of knowledge exchange, and are open across 10 categories, including Innovation of the Year, Innovator of the Future, and Powerful Partnership...    👇If you've worked on a collaborative project that you think deserves celebration, visit Interface - The knowledge connection for business website, to find out more information: https://lnkd.in/epNNPYD2

🛡️ New research shows consumers are increasingly worried about how companies manage their data, especially when AI is involved. A staggering 73% of UK respondents feel companies collect too much personal info, while 87% believe AI makes securing data harder. Consumers are demanding greater transparency and more robust data protection measures. 👇Learn more https://lnkd.in/eteTHf5t #DataSecurity #AITransparency #ConsumerTrust #Cybersecurity #AIDrivenInnovation

🚀 Calling All Ambitious Scottish Entrepreneurs! ScaleUp Scotland 2.0 is now accepting applications! If your business is ready to scale beyond £100m, this is your chance to join a transformative programme offering strategic guidance, peer support, and access to industry leaders. 📍 The Hunter Foundation 👇 Apply before 4th October https://lnkd.in/e8kfBnNN #BusinessGrowth #ScaleUpScotland #Entrepreneurship #ScottishEconomy #LeadershipDevelopment

🚀New rules by Ofcom ensure clearer broadband choices for UK consumers! 📡Broadband providers must now clarify whether services are full-fibre, part-fibre, or copper-based, simplifying choices for all users. 👇Learn more https://lnkd.in/eJct8G45 #BroadbandInnovation #FullFibre