Manchester's first edition of the StartupDigest hits the streets tomorrow: Local events curated by Coral and Ian in Manchester, published in Silicon Valley, and connecting Manchester with a global network of ideas, activity and resources. Subscribe now for free to see what's going on.
"What we need is an online space that has all the digital, tech, start-up, innovation events in one place." Ever heard that before? Well, here are the beginnings of my attempt to pull something together...
The Technology Strategy Board has announced plans to establish a Catapult (TIC) centre for the connected digital economy. What will it do? Where will it be? Here's what we know so far...
It's the first OpenData hack weekend in New York City. There's 750 datasets and a prize of $2500 for the best hack. What's next for #OpenDataMcr? Will this project over the pond give our local efforts a boost? Get in touch if you're interested @capitalrels.
The StreetSavvy's tour of the world kicks off in Manchester, and Coral will be your Tour Guide. Check out her Top 5 tips of where to go and what to do if you're a visitor to town. Enjoy!
OpenIDEO want to know - "How might we increase social impact?" In an approach similar to Manchester: Knowledge Capital's 'Innovation Boardroom' programme, Ideo are asking for your inspiration and there's 5 days left in this phase of the current challenge.
This morning, the latest working paper from the Commission for New Economy was launched. It considers how Greater Manchester might move forward in stimulating innovation and sustainable growth. What are your thoughts on the recommended strategy?
Capital Relations were thrilled to advise the Manchester International Festival on community engagement and learning outcomes for the worlds first retrofit urban Vertical Farm. The project was launched at MIF11 on Sunday, following an inspiring talk and Q&A with Dickson Despommier, international expert on food futures. You can watch the Alpha Farm video, produced by Creative Concern and shown at the the festival here.
Great post from Neil Perkins on the burgeoning relationship between digital marketing and technology. Technology is, or has potential to be, a key enabler of experience, but are the old school ad men (and women) listening?
"If you don't design the future, someone else will" is a meme to remember, and we can design that future brighter, together. Micah's brief exhibition of posters previously seen on Manchester streets closes on Saturday - get to the Northern Quarter before it does.
