Innovate UK: The Games x TV Formats Exchange
2024-05-08 10:30 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | London
Join the Creative Catalyst Peer Network for an inspiring day to explore the intersection of the gaming and TV industries.
Overview
Please note this is a Creative Catalyst member priority event. The members of the Creative Catalyst Peer Network have priority during registration. If you are a non-member and are interested in joining, please submit your registration, and a member of our team will get back to you to confirm the space availability.
The Games x TV Formats Exchange is a one-day ‘hands-on’ workshop that aims to foster a deeper understanding and spark potential collaborations between UK factual entertainment businesses and video games developers.
By combining the expertise of both industries, we aim to generate innovative and compelling concepts for innovative media consumption on various platforms like ‘fast channels’ and streaming services.
About the event
Through attending, you’ll understand the business models, financing structures, and mechanics of the unscripted TV and video games sectors, and identify how you might collaborate across these sectors to create groundbreaking content for multiple platforms.
GUEST SPEAKERS TO BE CONFIRMED SOON!
Schedule
Morning

Knowledge Sharing: Presentations on the business models, financing structures, and mechanics of the unscripted TV and video games sectors.
Panel Discussion: A panel of industry experts from games and TV, including online contributors via video link, will facilitate a dialogue on the learnings, synergies, and opportunities in both sectors.

Afternoon

Innovate UK Funding and Investment Overview
Collaboration Session: Participants will be grouped into mixed teams of games developers and TV execs to ideate potential crossover concepts.

Why you should attend?
By attending the Games x TV Formats Exchange, you will:

Gain valuable insights into collaborative innovation
Hear from industry leaders
Access unique networking opportunities

Who can attend?

Companies and individuals from the gaming and TV sectors looking to understand collaboration opportunities.
Creative industry professionals interested in exploring new content creation avenues.
Anyone interested in the innovative potential at the intersection of games and TV.

Note: This event is specifically designed for professionals in the creative, gaming, and TV industries.
It is not suitable for academia, Research Technology Organisations (RTOs), or government/NGOs.
Why it matters now?
Several recent collaborations demonstrate the potential of this cross-industry approach, such as Destination X – combining the appeal of Twitch streamer favourite GeoGuessr with 10 participants in a 10 x 75′-90′ reality programme or The Traitors, based on popular game Mafia (whose mechanics were later built into the pandemic hit game Among Us) with the charm of mysterious host Claudia Winkleman.
These examples highlight how combining the creativity and business acumen of both industries can generate compelling content that appeals to today’s diverse and dynamic viewer base.

Resource Matching Workshop at Omagh Enterprise Centre
2024-06-06 09:00 - 13:00 | Omagh Enterprise Company, Great Northern Road, Omagh, Northern Ireland, BT78 5LU, United Kingdom
International Synergies Northern Ireland are excited to host another resource-matching workshop and networking session.

This FREE event, in partnership with Invest Northern Ireland, will be held at Omagh Enterprise Centre, Great Northern Road, BT78 5LU.
Registration will be from 9.00 with the Resource Matching session until 1:00pm.
At International Synergies Northern Ireland’s Resource-Matching Workshop, we believe that one company’s waste can be another’s treasure. This event is designed to bring together businesses of all sizes and industries to list their underutilised resources and material needs. By connecting these resources with companies looking for them, we aim to create a sustainable and mutually beneficial solution.
During the workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and explore potential partnerships and synergies that can lead to cost savings, reduced environmental impact, and increased operational efficiency. Whether you have pallets and timber, steel off-cuts, cardboard, vegetable mulch, used furniture, plastic containers or any other resource, this event will provide a platform for you to find innovative ways to re-purpose them.
Here’s what you can expect at the Resource-Matching Workshop:

Engaging presentations on the principles of the circular economy and the benefits of resource matching.
Facilitated resource-matching sessions to help you identify and list your available resources in terms of both HAVES and WANTS
Networking opportunities to connect with other businesses and explore resource-matching synergies.
Expert guidance from our resource-matching team on implementing circular practices and integrating sustainability into your operations.
A chance to contribute to a greener future and make a positive impact on our local economy.

This event is completely FREE to attend, but space is limited, so reserve your ticket now to secure your spot. Tickets will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to transform waste into valuable resources and create a more sustainable business ecosystem.
This project is part-funded by the UK Government through the Shared Prosperity Fund.

Lough Neagh: Blue Green Algae Phase 1 SBRI- Online Information Event
2024-08-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Online
The Lough Neagh: Blue-Green Algae SBRI is being developed to explore potential solutions to treat and reduce Blue-Green Algae blooms without impacting the natural environment of Lough Neagh and associated Northern Ireland water ways.
The competition process is being managed on behalf of DAERA by SBRI, part of the Strategic Investment Board (SIB) and DAERA is the contracting body in this procurement. The SBRI has two phases and will be expected to follow the standard approach:

Phase one: Five applicants selected to develop proof of concepts. A total funding package of £450k has been secured via DAERA and DfE for Phase one; and
Phase two: Two to three concepts selected and developed as potential pilot solutions.

There is scope for physical, chemical or biological, or a combination of solutions, but whatever solution is developed, it must not contribute to further environmental degradation. It must also comply with legislation and environmental designations.
The application phase for Phase one is due to launch on Monday 5th August and will be open for six weeks, after which successful applicants will be selected. It is anticipated that Phase one will run through to March 2025 with a potential call for Phase two commencing Summer 2025.
This Information Event is being held online to provide further detail to potential suppliers on the :

The challenge brief and competition scope
The SBRI process
How to apply
An opportunity for suppliers to ask Questions from DAERA and SBRI

Full competition details, criteria and application form will be available on 5th August 2024.

Responsible Innovation Conference
2024-11-29 | Belfast Harbour Commissioners, Harbour Office, Corporation Square, Belfast, BT1 3AL
The inaugural Responsible Innovation Conference will is a new event that will bring together a diverse mix of professionals, academics, policymakers, and civic leaders, dedicated to shaping the future of innovation in an ethical, sustainable, and socially conscious manner.

This conference will explore the intersection of technology, society, and ethics, and will address critical topics including AI ethics, sustainable tech, corporate responsibility, and the circular economy and look at social impact, inclusive practices, regulatory frameworks, and more.

This event will be a forum that integrates ethical considerations, social responsibility, and sustainability into the development and application of new technologies and processes It will emphasize the importance of aligning innovation with societal needs and environmental stewardship, ensuring technological advancements benefit humanity while minimizing negative impacts.
The conference aims to be an essential gathering for anyone committed to steering innovation in a direction that benefits society and the environment, ensuring that technological advancements are aligned with ethical standards and sustainability goals.
Scientists, academics, corporate innovators, C-Suite execs responsible for delivering new lines of business, researchers, and social entrepreneurs, will all find value here

'Hack to the Future' 2050 - Hackathon
2026-02-21 08:45 - 21:00 | Ulster University Belfast, York Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT15 1ED, United Kingdom
As part of the NI Science Festival, we warmly invite you to join the hackathon by Matrix NI at Ulster University, Belfast, on Saturday 21st February.
Be part of a vibrant community of innovators, technologists, and creative thinkers as we explore and design the future of Northern Ireland using
Matrix NI foresight reports as a guide.
Building and proposing innovative solutions to improve life for people in Northern Ireland in 2050.
How to take part?
You can participate as an individual or team, as a coder, designer, policymaker – you decide!
With 3 easy steps.
1. Select one of the ‘5 Future World ‘themes below
2. Agree an associated challenge to solve; and
3. Devise and present a creative solution.
Future World Themes:
1. Clean and Green
2. Health, Wellbeing and vitality
3. Joined up and connected
4. Safe, protected and secure
5. Inclusive and shared value
Please read ‘Future world’ narratives for some guidance and inspiration.
Judging criteria?

The degree of impact of the proposed solution in a selected world;
The degree of innovation and creativity; and
The potential for delivery (either commercial or not for profit).
Presentation impact

There will be a presentation/pitch to the judging panel for an overall winner and participants will also have the opportunity to vote for their chosen winner.
Registration free: Join us at the NI Science Festival

(Strictly 18+)

HTTF Hackathon Flyer
Hackathon agenda
Code of Conduct
