Although superfast broadband is available to more consumers than ever before, even in the UK nearly 2.3% of premises cannot receive a broadband speed greater than 10Mbit/s, rising to around 48% of premises in rural areas.
Having access to high quality, widespread broadband is essential to our working and social lives. As we continue to digitally transform, the infrastructure that serves businesses and individuals will only continue to impact further on how much we can achieve. How can we ensure that broadband restrictions do not impact on success?
How do we help rural communities achieve socio-economic flourishing through 5G?; A talk by Professor Katy Mason and Sharon Wagg, Lancaster University Management School.
Liverpool 5G create; A talk by Ann Williams, Commissioner and Contract Manager, Liverpool City Council.
August 2021
To realise the ambition of smart cities we must fully commit to delivering powerful connectivity at scale. 5G may seem like an emerging technology, but the reality is that it’s already beginning to shape our towns and cities and one sector in particular that is […]
February 2021
The surge of individuals working, learning and socialising online is at an absolute peak as we navigate the current Covid-19 pandemic. Now, more than ever, it is increasingly tangible how vital connectivity, communication and unity are in the face of adversity. Building superfast internet connections; […]
December 2020
Only 4 years ago in 2016, a Survey in the US found that 4 out of 5 Americans had not heard of the Internet of Things. It describes the network of physical objects that are embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies for the purpose […]
December 2020
The promise of smart cities needs a strong network to back it up, writes Jamie Hayes, Mobile Network Operators Director, BT Wholesale. Smart cities are gaining traction, with worldwide spending on connected city initiatives predicted to reach $124 billion this year; an 18.9 per cent […]
March 2020
Patrick Melia, chief executive at Sunderland City Council, explains the latest 5G initiative to augment learning experiences and opportunities for local pupils, teachers and parents. With all the excitement surrounding 5G in the UK currently and the 5G projects delivering benefits to communities around the […]
February 2020
Recently Digital Leaders organised their first smart cities workshop, hosted by Wigan Council. The aim of the workshop, attended by senior digital leaders from Sunderland, Bristol, Manchester, and others was to showcase leading trends in smart cities, with a focus on IoT and 5G. Through […]
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June 24 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
London
June 23 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
London
February 12 @ 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Wigan
June 27 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
London