Long-range drones to fly across UK’s critical national infrastructure

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has approved operational authority for independent drone advisor Drone Major to conduct the country’s first beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone flights over the UK’s critical national infrastructure (CNI), such as the UK’s rail network in complex, built-up areas. The approval was possible as a result of national … Read more

Digital Catapult explores quantum innovation for advanced connectivity

Weeks after announcing research programmes investigating the potential for digital twins and 6G, UK tech innovation organisation Digital Catapult has revealed it is in the middle of a programme to drive the development and deployment of open and future networks across the UK through quantum networking. Specifically, Digital Catapult’s Quantum Technology Access Programme is … Read more

Vivatech 2025: Is Europe lagging behind?

This week, we take you to Vivatech in Paris. The event bills itself as the biggest tech and startup event in Europe. The tech industry is the driving force for growth in the world economy, but Europe only represents a small share of it. Is Europe lagging behind in the race for artificial intelligence? Why are … Read more