Tech Conferences – London Office Buzz

Conferences attract the best minds in tech, as well as the latest and most innovative products. They are opportunities to showcase the latest gadgets, concepts and services in the technology sector. Conferences in London also provide an opportunity to network and connect with others in the sector, resulting in new leads and partnerships. Here is a list of some of the most influential and significant tech conferences being held in the UK’s capital during 2016.

Bett Show 2016

Bett 2016 is a free event at Excel London that showcases the latest technology in the education sector. Held from January 20 to 23, the conference and tradeshow provides educators and others with an opportunity to learn about the latest technology tools that can add new layers to the classroom and learning in general. It is an opportunity to try the latest technology and hear from experts in the industry. The event also provides educators to meet with peers from around the world to discuss how technology is and will transform the way we teach and learn.

Website: www.bettshow.com
Twitter: twitter.com/Bett_show

SkyTech 2016

With drones becoming more and more popular for personal use, they are also becoming important tools for businesses to deliver improved services. On January 27 and 28 at the Business Design Centre, SkyTech will help advance the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) commercial industry in Europe with a two-day business-to-business conference and exhibition. In its second year, the event includes national and international speakers, workshops, product launches and marketing opportunities for the UAV community.

Website: www.skytechevent.com
Twitter: twitter.com/skytechevent

Finovate Europe

Dedicated to effective uses of mobile technology, Finovate Europe is being organised on February 9 and 10 at Old Billingsgate. The conference looks at mobile tech in both private and public sectors, providing a forum to explore the future of banking and finance technology (‘fintech’) in Europe. Covering a broad range of financial technology issues, the agenda includes demo sessions and networking opportunities. FinovateEurope attracts start-up and established companies as well as financial institutions with new fintech innovations. With a selection process focused on novelty and potential, participants will be treated to a diverse and innovative conference. Continue reading “Top London Tech Conferences for 2016” →

As the UK’s technology hub, London is the home of leading businesses and innovators in the sector. It is no wonder that the capital hosts some of the top technology conferences in the world. The following are just some of the best technology conferences that will be held in London during 2015.

Big Data Week
Celebrating its fourth year in 2015, Big Data Week is the world’s largest global big data festival. Big Data Week runs from 20 to 26 April in more than 40 cities around the world, including London. Events focus on the social, political and technological impacts of data. It connects cities with events, networking opportunities, demonstrations, discussions and debates, meet-ups and more. The annual festival brings together technology experts from various industries, including media and entertainment, health and science, finance, retail, public and government, and other sectors.

London Technology Week
London Technology Week features major international conferences, investor meetings, pitching competitions, workshops, hackathons, and much more. The week-long festival is London’s premier technology gathering. In 2014, 203 events brought together more than 40,000 people from over 40 countries. Events cover a range of themes, including gaming, IT, wearable technology, music, education, big data, science, finance and other topics. Organised by UBM, London Technology Week 2015 will run from 15 to 21 June and focuses on six themes: talent and education, innovation and growth, investment and funding, coming to London and going global, diversity, and social impact.

Interop London
The flagship event of London Technology Week, Interop London connects the IT community and helps drive innovation. The conference provides a forum to share global trends and vendor solutions in a range of areas, including IT infrastructure, cloud computing, security, mobility, software and business intelligence. Interop London’s programme includes a variety of demonstrations, case studies, world-class education sessions including workshops and training sessions, and vendor clinics. The conference also hosts hundreds of vendors. It will run from 16 to 18 June at the ExCeL London. Continue reading “Top London Tech Conferences for 2015” →