Black Founders Programme
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Press releases
Our latest achievements and announcements.
Northern Ireland partnerships join Digital Twin Accelerator to drive UK deep tech adoption
Digital Catapult has announced the Digital Twin Adoption Accelerator, supporting nine SME partnerships, including three Northern Ireland-based pairings, to develop…
Published 23 Jan 2026
Powering the UK’s advanced connectivity through quantum technology innovation
Digital Catapult, a deep tech innovation organisation, is driving the development and deployment of open and future networks across the…
Published 12 Jun 2025
UK Digital Twin Centre opens in Belfast to drive nationwide industrial innovation
The UK Digital Twin Centre has officially opened in Belfast, marking a major milestone in the UK’s digital innovation landscape.…
Published 2 May 2025
DAERA and Digital Catapult event showcases how collaboration and innovation can help industry address climate change challenges
Around 70 representatives from government, industry and other stakeholders recently gathered at CAFRE’s Loughry Campus for an event showcasing innovative…
Published 13 Nov 2024
Five innovators establish energy efficient Open RAN
Five pioneering organisations join the first ever SONIC Labs Technology Access Programme to address energy efficiency challenges in Open RAN
Published 6 Aug 2024
Digital Catapult welcomes new vendors to test Open RAN deployability in real-world outdoor setting
SONIC Labs Cohort 5 participants will be the first to use SONIC Labs’ outdoor facility.
Published 25 Apr 2024
Startups and industry experts work together to transform smart manufacturing in latest Smart Nano NI programme
Nine companies from across Northern Ireland commence their innovation journey on the latest Smart Nano NI Accelerator Programme, led by…
Published 25 Jan 2024
UK remains the epicentre of deeptech innovation in the eyes of European investors
Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced digital technology, has released its European Investor Attitude Tracker, which represents a comprehensive…
Published 28 Nov 2023
Digital Catapult Anniversary: A decade of strategic technology innovation and economic stimulus
Today, Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced digital technology, proudly celebrates its ten-year anniversary, marking a decade of stimulus…
Published 28 Nov 2023
SONIC Labs first outdoor Open RAN testing site launches with Ofcom, Cellnex UK and Capgemini
SONIC Labs first outdoor Open RAN testing site launches with Ofcom, Cellnex UK, and Capgemini
Published 31 Oct 2023