We loved catching up with Greater Manchester’s #innovators, #founders and wider stakeholders at our Summer Social yesterday. From discussing industry opportunities to an electric #networking atmosphere, it was an all-around amazing evening!

The very same day we onboarded Cohort 2 of the AI accelerator we are delivering with Turing Innovation Catalyst Manchester Turing Innovation Catalyst Manchester, we invited all the teams from Cohorts 1 and 2 to join us for a summer social at the very smart DUCIE STREET WAREHOUSE! As we look forward to getting to know

A massive congratulations to the AI startups that made it onto the second cohort of the TIC x Capital Enterprise Accelerator. We’re excited to go on this journey with Greater Manchester’s startups as they build the skills and support networks to rocket them to success! 🚀

Our ecosystems and engagement lead Effa Ettah spoke at Manchester Metropolitan Uni’s ‘Developing an AI ecosystem for SMEs’ event, discussing the #AI opportunities across Greater Manchester. His talk was part of a day of AI conversation, which included topics such as sustainable AI adoption.

The UK tech sector has reached a new milestone, hitting a combined market valuation of $1.1 trillion in Q1 2024. The Tech Nation report explores a range of investment and growth figures behind the expansion of AI, and makes for an encouraging read ⬇️ hubs.ly/Q02HNRbs0

We’re keen to support #AI innovation within the #Createch space, so it was great to work with @Factoryintl & @MediaCity to deliver an insightful roundtable for the sector, discussing the value of owned IP across the business lifecycle & targeting #investment within the industry.

Calling all GM tech innovators! 📢 Manchester Digital is launching a Startup Activator, offering fully funded support to those at an early stage in their start-up journey. Find out more by signing up to a Roadshow near you⬇️ hubs.ly/Q02KpB4S0

"It’s time, once and for all, that we accepted that VC is just one way of building a business" Excellent piece from our friends PreSeedNow featuring an interview with Nyree Trimbel, one of many talented mentors on our AI accelerator with Turing Innovation Catalyst Manchester preseednow.com/p/praise-boots…

Britain’s AI startups made up 22% of VC investment in the first half of this year! According to the report by @Dealroomco and HSBC Innovation Banking, the investment momentum will continue with AI set to have a record-breaking year! 🥳🙌🏻 Read more: hubs.ly/Q02KpGBM0

TfGM has announced that it’s working with tech company, CitySwift, becoming the first franchised transport authority in the UK to use AI to deliver more reliable, frequent and quicker bus journeys. Read more about the collaboration: hubs.ly/Q02KpM720

The battle for AI talent is only expected to rise as adoption skyrockets. Our talent and skills lead, Lauren, has shared her thoughts about why business leaders should upskill their existing teams before exploring external talent👇 innovationnewsnetwork.com/upskilling-is-…

The government has announced £32m of funding to back AI projects. It's great to see funding going into projects that are tackling societal challenges, and we look forward to seeing how the government will continue to build on this. Read more: ukri.org/news/ai-projec…

We’re putting #GreaterManchester on the AI map 📌 We’re creating the blueprint for cities to elevate, connect & accelerate their #AI ecosystems to boost economic growth. Great opportunities are coming! Stay tuned for announcements and future events. hubs.ly/Q02LR_5h0

IN ONE MONTH, we are proud to partner with the pro-manchester Creative Conference 2024, incl. a keynote on Cyber Security and AI by Effa Ettah (@TICmcr)💻 📅20th Sept📍@UA92mcr 🔗ow.ly/2ccs50SYsP1 🚨Discount for UoM staff via email to [email protected]

Last month, Manchester was crowned the UK’s most AI-ready city outside of London. This is a testament to the trailblazing work the ecosystem continues to do to position the city as a location where AI businesses to thrive. Read more: hubs.ly/Q02LS8s70.

Did you hear about our partnership with North of England Robotics Innovation Centre to deliver a #TechFusion event earlier this year? The 4-hour session explored the #innovation of #robotics and #AI in industry, with a tour of the brand-new £16m robotics innovation facility🤩

Our friends at Manchester Digital have launched applications for their Initiate cohort programme, which offers 6 months of free support for founders at the start of their startup journey🚀🚀 Find out more & apply before 25th September⬇️ hubs.ly/Q02MnvtR0

It was great to be at the graduation of Praetura Ventures •’ inaugural PraeSeed Cohort! The group came together to celebrate their learnings and achievements – and Liz even gave a keynote speech, discussing the array of opportunities available in the tech ecosystem

Our ecosystem engagement lead, Effa Ettah, will speak at the pro-manchester creative conference on 20/09! Come along to hear a range of industry leaders explore the latest trends, insights and developments across the digital and creative industries⬇️ hubs.ly/Q02N1fqk0

👩‍💻The Turing Innovation Catalyst Manchester has launched its second AI accelerator programme to scale up a new cohort of Greater Manchester startups. The programme, in partnership Capital Enterprise , helps companies build sustainable businesses and meet fundraising goals. Read more 👉 gmbusinessboard.com/news/turing-in…