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Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland 2022
2022-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | The Leopardstown Pavilion at Leopardstown Racecourse, Leopardstown Racecourse, Foxrock, Dublin, D18 C9V6, Ireland
Renaissance, Ireland’s leading IT security distributor, is delighted to announce the return of Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland 2022!

Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland 2022
Following a successful virtual event in 2020, we are excited to announce Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland returns as a physical event on Thursday 28th April 2022 at The Leopardstown Pavilion in Dublin! The Leopardstown Pavilion is our biggest event venue yet, with excellent links to the motorway, public transport, and hospitality nearby. Paul C Dwyer has been confirmed as this year’s keynote speaker. Paul C Dwyer is the president of the ICTTF International Cyber Threat Task Force and is recognised as one of the world’s foremost experts on cyber security, risk and privacy.
Renaissance launched Cyber Expo Ireland in 2017 to make it easier for Irish business leaders, by bringing the members of the Cyber Ecosystem together under one roof – Vendors, Value Added Resellers (VARs), Security Experts, and End Users. Five years on and the brand has gone from strength to strength.
We believe that CyberConIreland complements the Cyber Expo perfectly, adding practical depth for those who need it. Our expert breakout sessions detail the ‘How of Cyber Security’ as this industry is changing at such a phenomenal rate!
There will be real case studies and live expert panel discussions across 8 dedicated business streams, as well as the interactive Capture the Flag workshop with ICT Skillnet and a Masterclass in Digital Transformation with Prof. Niall McKeown.
Always On Computing
Application Security
Business Email Compromise
Identity & Rights Management
Compliance & Third Party Risk Management
Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity
Securing a Microsoft Environment
Cyber in Healthcare – Status and Focus
Digital Transformation Masterclass
ICT Skillnet Capture the Flag Workshop
Vendors attending include – Altaro/Hornet Security, Armis, Ascertia, Awingu, Barracuda, Bitdefender, Bluedog, BullWall, Censornet, Checkmarx, Clearcrypt, CyGlass, Entrust, iBoss, Immersive Labs, Octiga, Progress Kemp, Panorays, Rackmount IT, Redsift, Systancia, Usecure, WatchGuard, Webroot, and Zyxel Networks.
Full list of VARs attending – Actionpoint, Burning Tree, Cara, DNA IT, Futurerange, ICT Skillnet, ITMS, Integrity360, Intuity, InspiritVision, Leaf, National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI), NSSL, Oleson, RITS, Smarttech, Stryve, Unitec, Unity, VM group.
Who Should Attend:
Our Expo will be open to IT Trade and End Users in the Irish market. There will be a heavy focus to attract value-added partners to the Expo, while we will also be keen to attract SMB and Corporate Users to demonstrate how they can apply Data Security and Compliance solutions within their organisations to develop and deliver their GDPR and other regulatory requirements. Don’t miss out, register today to join our Cyber Security Ecosystem!

CYBERUK 2022
2022-05-10 09:00 - 2022-05-11 18:00 | ICC Wales, The Coldra, Catsash Rd, Caerleon, Newport, Wales, NP18 1HQ, United Kingdom
UK government’s flagship cyber security event, CYBERUK 2022, will take place in Newport, Wales across two days on 10-11 May 2022.
Hosted by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the event will offer participants unrivalled access to keynote addresses and panel sessions featuring international experts and thought leaders in cyber security.
Building on the success of last year’s virtual event, keynote speeches will also be streamed on the CYBERUK YouTube channel in order to maximise accessibility for all.
This year’s conference will bring together more than 1,500 delegates to discuss measures to boost national cyber resilience, including those put in place by the UK government. It will provide a key opportunity for the whole cyber security community to reconnect, discuss business needs and review the changing threat landscape.
There are four ticket types available:

UK Public Sector which are free of charge
Overseas Public Sector which are £749 + VAT
Private Sector which are £999 + VAT
Third Sector which are £999 + VAT

You can also view the conference online by clicking here

London Tech Week
2022-05-13 - 2022-05-17 | Northern Ireland
Amplifying the power, resilience and speed of innovation
The UK’s tech flagship event will return on 13-17 June bringing 20,000+ global government and corporate leaders, inspirational start-up founders, senior investors and tech rising stars together to discuss the power of technology for societies.
Held in one of the world’s most vibrant tech hub, the week-long festival will focus on the following core topics:

exploring the next gen of tech innovation
impactful innovation at scale
building a thriving tech industry

techUK Quantum Report Launch: Positioning the UK for Success - Commercialising Quantum in the UK
2022-05-24 14:30 - 16:30 | techUK Office, 10 St Bride Street, London, EC4A 4AD
On 24 May techUK is launching its first Quantum Report, which will set out how UK Government, industry and academia can work together to achieve quantum commercialisation in the UK, and ensure the UK becomes a world leader in quantum technologies. Part of techUK’s Commercialising Quantum Campaign #QuantumUK
Quantum technologies are set to play a formidable role in unlocking innovation both in the UK and internationally, enabling previously unattainable technological advancements in drug discovery, protein-folding, carbon capture, battery research, and more. Such advancements will have a profound and positive impact in the UK as we build on our position as a science and technology leader and turn academic strength in quantum into economic success.
In this event, we will be bringing together leading voices in UK’s quantum ecosystem to celebrate the launch of techUK’s first Quantum Report, developed in collaboration with techUK’s Quantum Working Group and summation of techUK’s year long Quantum Commercialisation Campaign. This report will call for UK Government and industry to set clear commercial ambitions together, outlining the five key areas that are integral for commercial success, and to give UK-based and international businesses the confidence that the UK is a place to achieve quantum commercial viability.
We will be joined in person by a full panel of industry speakers for a hour long panel, followed by the opportunity to network in the techUK office. Attendees will get the opportunity to ask questions to leaders in quantum as to how the UK will achieve commercial success in quantum.
Tickets are available in person and online. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions
Speakers Include:

Rachel Maze, Technology Strategy and Security, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
Jonathan Legh-Smith, Principal, Scientific Affairs, BT
Piers Clinton Townsend, Partner, Quantum Computing Leader, EY
Glenn Manoff, Chief Marketing Officer, Riverlane
Sue Daley, Director, Technology and Innovation, techUK

The Future of Work Event
2022-05-25 09:00 - 2022-05-26 16:00 | RDS Simmonscourt, Simmonscourt Road, Dublin 4, Dublin, Ireland
The Future of Work Event

Technology is revolutionising the workplace with trends such as AI, robotics, automation, gig economy, remote working etc transforming the jobs we do and how we interact with our workplace.
The workplace has been transformed in recent years and more rapid change is on the way as the tech revolution continues to determine the way we communicate and collaborate. Furthermore, flexible workplace design will play an increasing role in the ability of businesses to attract new recruits, retain talent and impress potential and existing clients.
Recent research has highlighted that work spaces incorporating features such as natural daylight, windows with views and better air quality, actually improve productivity by enabling staff to concentrate and perform better. Improved lighting and reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have also been shown to result in lower staff sickness levels.
The aim of this event is to bring together key executives from sectors such as HR, recruitment, education,training, tech, manufacturing and supply chain. The event will focus on the opportunities and challenges in the workplace and what tools you will need to drive transformation across your workplace. It will also explore where the key opportunities will lie in the jobs market.
The Future of Work Conference will showcase the latest developments in modern workplace design and provide practical advice on topics such as: how to create a sustainable and ergonomic professional environment; design a workplace that caters for an increasingly diverse workforce and nurtures a collaborative culture; and how to plan a work space that is flexible enough to accommodate the latest technology but that remains people focused.

Key Topics
Automation & Robotics
AI & Machine Learning
IoT & Industry 4.0
Remote Working
Retaining Talent
Collaboration
Diversity
Benefits and Compensation
Retaining Talent
Technology
Mobility
Culture
Workspaces
Globalization
Future Careers-Educating the Next Generation

The Future of Work Conference is part of the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, which will also incorporate complementary events, including the Automation & Robotics Event, the IoT & Industry 4.0 Expo, and the Careers, Skills & Training Expo, to provide visitors with a comprehensive understanding of how the digital revolution will impact their day-to-day business operations of the the Irish workplace including the manufacturing sector.

Big Data Belfast 2022
2022-05-25 10:00 - 17:00 | ICC Belfast | Waterfront Hall, 2 Lanyon Place, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 3WH, United Kingdom
Analytics Engines are delighted to present Big Data Belfast 2022 and to announce that it will return to the ICC Belfast on Weds 25th May.

Big Data Belfast is a one-day data and technology conference hosted by data analytics solution provider Analytics Engines. Now in its 8th year, the conference has established itself as a highlight of the Northern Ireland tech events calendar.
Since its inception, Big Data Belfast has welcomed speakers from market-leading organisations including GitHub, Microsoft, Nvidia, RTÉ, The National Gallery London, AWS and Liverpool Football Club.
This year, the conference will return on Wednesday 25th May 2022. This year’s event is supported by headline sponsor EY and supporting sponsors ASOS, Daily Pay, Aflac, Peak 6, Allstate Northern Ireland, Magnite and MCS Group.

A Decade of UK Tech
2022-05-26 16:30 - 18:00 | Online
A Decade of UK Tech – Evolution of the tech economy and ambitions for our future
We live in a world where emerging technologies are disrupting and transforming established industries. As we live through the fastest pace of change in history, UK tech is at the cutting edge.
TechNation invites you to explore this groundbreaking report to celebrate Google for Startups’ 10th anniversary. The report highlights the latest data about the evolution of tech and the brightest minds imagining its future.
‘This report provides us with an important opportunity to look back in order to look forward. The last decade in UK tech brought profound change and growth, a vibrant community of founders, but also challenges that require addressing in order to unlock opportunities for the future. We couldn’t think of a better partner than TechNation to embark on this mission together, and we look forward to the 26th of May to discuss what our hopes are for the next ten years in UK tech, and our shared role in making it happen’ Marta Krupinska, Head of Google for Startups UK.

#HackTheHub hackathon 2022
2022-05-28 08:00 - 11:00 | McAuley Building, 14 Castle Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 1HB, United Kingdom
Theme: Data & AI
Why sign-up to #HackTheHub 2022?
• Learn New Skills: Gain a salary increase by learning new skills and techniques that will benefit you professionally
• Networking: if you’re looking to get in touch with people in the industry, hackathons offer a great opportunity to have networking sessions with some of the brightest minds across the sector.
• Inspiration: future projects and ideas can be generated at hackathons.
– Prizes: cool tech, educational, vouchers are always nice right?
– Experiment: You are too busy to actually building during the week and between family and personal commitments you never get time to build something cool. This is that time!
Introduction:
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in changes to working arrangements of millions of people in tech who are now based at home. And somehow it has left people disconnected from their role, their teams and from the tech community.
The truth is it can be a very challenging time.

Masterclass: Internet of Things
2022-06-01 09:30 - 13:30 | Catalyst – The Innovation Centre Belfast, Queens Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT3 9DT, United Kingdom
Discover how the Internet of Things (IoT) can transform your business

Overview:
IoT is using the internet to interconnect computing devices embedded in everyday objects enabling them to send and receive data.
Things like wearables, thermostats, cars & trucks, lights, refrigerators, on livestock, machinery & plant, buildings, roads – the list goes on.
IoT devices record and transfer data to monitor important processes, give new insights, boost efficiency, and allow you to make more informed decisions. They tell you what’s really happening, rather than what you assume (or hope!) is happening.
Why attend:

Find out why tiny devices connected to the internet are part of the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0)
Through use cases and successes stories from various industries we’ll share ideas that are accessible, practical, usable, useful and affordable
See how IoT can transform your organisation – no matter what sector you’re in – manufacturing, logistics & fleet management, retail, hospitality, agriculture, construction & civil engineering – this list goes on too!

Meet the trainer:
Martin Naughton is a part time lecturer at the Belfast Metropolitan College in the area of Internet of Things, Smart Cities, Emerging Technology and Blockchain technologies.
He is an experienced mentor having worked with Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council on the Ask programme, Belfast Metropolitan College (Innovate Us) and InterTradeIreland mentor (Co Innovate Programme for emerging technologies).
Martin’s the founder of Galvia Digital, and works with organisations, from startups to global enterprises, to help them develop and deliver digital transformation projects.
Kindly hosted by Catalyst, an independent, not-for-profit organisation working together for the greater good, enabling a connected community of like-minded innovators in an entrepreneurial eco-system that is the key driver of the knowledge economy in Northern Ireland. Catalyst is a force for good, bold in its approach, with integrity at its core and passion in everything it does.

Digital Leaders Week 2022
2022-06-20 - 2022-06-24 | Various
Digital Leaders Week 2022 is now accepting talk submissions!
Welcome to the UK’s biggest single gathering of people focused on digital transformation.
Are you a leader in the UK’s digital marketplace for ideas, initiatives and services? Is your organisation or place? If the answer is yes, then Digital Leaders Week 2022 is for you.
Digital Leaders want you to run an event, because those with the answers and those who are driving forward digital transformation in the UK are speaking, running workshops, sharing the very best practice and offering solutions that are practical and real.

Accelerating Innovation and Enabling Digital Government - Belfast
2022-06-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Hilton Belfast, 4 Lanyon Place, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 3LP, United Kingdom
We want to explore how we can accelerate Innovation and Enable Digital Government across Northern Ireland and beyond. We will have a fireside section with Dr Austin Tanney (Head of Clinical Information, Digital Health and Care NI) and Mark Bennett, (Digital Inclusion Manager, DoF Digital Transformation).

SBRI INFORMATION EVENT: EA CAPTURING OUR CARBON CAPITAL
2022-09-01 09:30 - 11:30 | Online
The Education Authority’s estate covers all of Northern Ireland and comprises more than 200 premises, 2,000 schools, nearly 600 school meals’ kitchens and a fleet of more than 1,000 vehicles. Addressing climate change is a strategic priority and a key objective in meeting the requirements of the Climate Change Act NI 2022.
The EA has been awarded £225,000 to undertake an SBRI research project to assess the technical feasibility of solutions that can capture, baseline, track and report on carbon emissions across the EA’s estate.
The competition is open to all organisations in the EU and UK and Phase 1 will run from September 2022-March 31 2023.
This free to attend session will provide information on the SBRI programme in Northern Ireland, the EA’s project and how to apply.
For more information about the EA: Education Authority
Tender documents will be available to download and for information about the programme and how to apply at SBRI PROJECTS

Next steps for digital identity in the UK - legislation and regulation, opportunities, key issues for service providers and customers, data sharing and security, and technology and innovation
2023-01-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Online
This conference will examine the next steps for development of digital identity in the UK – which is set to be central for enabling private and public sector organisations to provide services to customers and citizens into the future, and for growing the digital economy.

Delegates will assess plans being put in place by for technology rollout and regulation, and what it will mean for stakeholders.

It will be a timely opportunity for stakeholders and key policymakers to discuss key issues and how they can be addressed, with:

government consultation on its revised UK digital identity and attributes trust framework, which sets out rules, standards and governance for organisations providing or using digital identity
the Office for Digital Identities and Attributes, being set up within DCMS as an interim regulatory body to oversee the Framework’s development as it moves into law

With senior contributions from the DCMS and TechUK, areas for discussion include:

policy and regulation: priorities and next steps – the evolving roles of regulators – information and guidance for developers and providers – developing equivalence with paper-based verification
stakeholder impact: implications of developments for vendors, service providers and their customers – their priorities and support they may need – issues for local government, charities and SMEs
public adoption: communication with the public and gaining their trust – ease of use and building accessibility into design – tackling digital inequalities
organisational implementation: the roadmap for rollout – data sharing, cooperation, and relationships between public and private sector – skills and supply chain development
data: the future of policy on GDPR and implications for international cooperation – what data is stored, how it is shared, how long it is kept, and by who – action and assurance on fraud
technology: interoperability internationally and across sectors, organisations and uses – challenges for facial recognition and other biometric data

The conference will be an opportunity for the stakeholders to consider the issues alongside key policy officials who are due to attend from CMA; DCMS; Dstl; DfT; HMRC; Home Office; Ofcom; and the Welsh Revenue Authority.

Create Your Very Own Platform Game in Scratch 3.0
2023-02-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Nerve Centre, 7-8 Magazine St, Derry, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6HJ, United Kingdom
Have you used Scratch 3 before? Not like this you haven’t!
In this workshop participants will create their very own platform game from start to finish. Participants will create everything from characters to levels and learn advanced coding techniques using Scratch 3.0.
Matrix is a partner of this event

From start-up to enterprise: Implementing an effective deployment strategy
2023-05-17 10:30 - 14:15 | Hilton Belfast, 4 Lanyon Place, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 3LP, United Kingdom
An event is being held to celebrate the technical partnership of Anaeko Data Engineering and Octopus Deploy.
The event comprising of a keynote and fireside panel will look at implementing an effective deployment strategy for any business from start-up to enterprise. The keynote will be presented by Michéle Johl, IT Engineering Manager at Unily.
Michéle will explore how Unily went from a start-up solution to an enterprise-level SaaS platform using Octopus to deploy Unily for clients, with lessons learnt. He will also look into how the operations team at Unily took challenges and turned them into opportunities like automation of deployments and self-service solutions using Octopus.
Anaeko will showcase their technical expertise, and will invite partners to join for a follow-up fireside chat to discuss the points raised in Michéle’s keynote address. The Panel will consist of experts in tech DevOps including Mike Nguyen ( Octopus Deploy) and Glenn Russell ( Qarik).
The event promises to be both educational and informative, with the opportunity to network with a first-class audience of innovative minds from across Northern Ireland’s technical landscape.

Lieven Scheire - A.I.
2024-02-17 20:00 - 21:30 | The Black Box, 18-22 Hill Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 2LA, United Kingdom
In this show, Lieven Scheire will introduce you to this new superhero of technology in an entertaining and accessible way. You’ll get a glimpse of how it all works, what it can already do and what it will be capable of in the future. It’s a first encounter with something that might soon become your new friend, butler, advisor, psychologist, personal trainer or guardian angel: Artificial Intelligence.

Famelab - Northern Ireland Final
2024-02-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Ulster Sports Club, 96-98 High Street, Belfast, BT1 2BG, United Kingdom
Experience the thrilling showcase of scientific talent and communication at FameLab Northern Ireland’s live final, featuring ten finalists competing with charm, scientific expertise, and innovation in a three-minute window.
The format of FameLab is deceptively simple; on the competition stage, participants are given just three minutes to share their scientific research or work with a general audience, armed with just simple props. This live event takes place in front of a panel of expert judges, as entrants compete for the title of the UK’s best science communicator.

The Foyle Science Showcase
2024-02-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Foyle Arena, 2, Limavady Rd,, Derry Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT47 6JY, United Kingdom
Prepare for a day of excitement and exploration at the Foyle Science Showcase! Delight in mind-bending science shows, immersive exhibits, and interactive activities that promise to inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators. From captivating illusions to virtual reality experiences, this event is a celebration of curiosity and discovery.
Science Shows:

That’s Non-Sense by Braintastic: Witness the magic of multi-sensory tricks and visual illusions.

The Magical Science and Engineering Show: Join Scientific Sue for a funny and thought-provoking ‘Magic Show’ with a wacky combination of science and drama.

Interactive Exhibits:

Dive into a geothermal world with Geoenergy NI’s Virtual Reality experience.

Master the art of weather forecasting with Barra Best and try your own greenscreen weather presentation.

Animate yourself using AI with Kainos.

Explore the cosmos in Armagh Planetarium’s mobile planetarium.

Engage with Nerve Centre, Ulster University, Water NI, Wild Ireland, Bat Conservation Ireland, OCN, Food Standards Agency, and Sperrin Metal through hands-on activities that showcase the diverse facets of science and technology.

Don’t miss this opportunity to bring science to life in a fun and engaging way! The Foyle Science Showcase is where curiosity meets discovery

Health Tech Spring Conference
2024-04-29 13:30 - 2024-04-30 17:30 | Titanic Belfast Building, 1 Olympic Way, Queen's Road, Titanic Quarter, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT3 9EP, United Kingdom
Hosted by the Health Innovation and Research Alliance NI (HIRANI), Health Tech Spring is a two-day conference taking place in Belfast on 29 & 30 April 2024.

With local and global partners, the conference will focus on two strands; digital ecosystems to integrate diagnostics and therapeutics; and community people-centred design to accelerate innovation and adoption of health technology.
Following on from a sold-out summit last year, HIRANI have expanded the event into a two-day conference which will include a “Life Sciences, Life Support” event for businesses who provide support services to the life science industry. With Innovation zones and pitching events, global keynotes and local thought leaders, Health Tech Spring promises to be an iconic conference hosted in the Titanic Building.

Growth and productivity conference for Fermanagh and Omagh
2024-05-23 09:30 - 13:30 | Lough Erne Resort, Beleek Rd, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, BT93 7ED
The conference will focus on the future of the local economy with the aim of boosting growth and productivity
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s business conference, ‘The Future of our Local Economy’, will focus on boosting growth and productivity, and achieving regional balance.
The event, which is open to all businesses, will be hosted by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s Chair, Councillor Thomas O’Reilly.
The Conference Keynote Speaker Ian Snowden, Interim Permanent Secretary for the Department for the Economy, will outline the Department’s Economic Vision, which has four inter-related objectives:

increasing the number of good jobs
raising productivity
promoting regional balance
reducing carbon emissions

A variety of other speakers will also be in attendance at the event to discuss the economic strengths and opportunities in the Fermanagh and Omagh District.
The MC for the event will be journalist Louise Cullen.
Find out more and register for the Future of our Local Economy conference.
