Manchester Digital

Have you explored the #MDF27 programme yet? Manchester Digital Festival is taking over the city from 8-12 February, with five days of events bringing Greater Manchester's tech community together. Read more about the programme and how to get involved 👇 buff.ly/s8PsnQh

Member Event 👇 Join The Curve on 10 November for an online panel exploring what it really takes to make AI governance work in practice, beyond policies and frameworks. buff.ly/ehvbPwG

Member News 👇 Canvas has partnered with YES to help fund youth sport across London, using its platform to support opportunities for young people through grassroots activity. buff.ly/i57leJn

Member Event 👇 The University of Manchester hosts Ghost in the Machine on 26 November, exploring the historic debate around cybernetics, human consciousness and the nature of the mind. buff.ly/oDumQRj

Member Event ⬇️ Join Cloudguard on 5th November as they discuss The Cyber Security and Resilience bill, talking plainly about what has changed, what it means for your business, and what you can safely wait for. buff.ly/n1cMmBe

Applications are now open for MentorHER Cohort 4, our six-month mentoring programme delivered through DigitalHER in partnership with Autotrader. Find out more and apply: buff.ly/E3AyI89

Member Event 👇 The Curve hosts an AI Governance Reality Check roundtable in Manchester on 12 November, bringing business leaders together to discuss the practical challenges of governing AI. buff.ly/gkStn6d

The Manchester Digital Festival 2027 programme is HERE! Five days. Five themes. One city shaping its digital future. 📅 8–12 February 2027 | Across Manchester 🎟️ Explore the programme and book your tickets: buff.ly/L0bpFlo

Through Manchester Digital membership, your business can: 🔗 Build relationships and find new opportunities 📈 Access talent, expertise and support to grow 📣 Raise your profile and influence Download our brochure today👇 buff.ly/4QHYkDD

Member News 👇 AXA shares how its focus on care shapes its culture, from supporting colleagues and customers to making a positive difference in wider communities. buff.ly/Deo8Gbu

Member News 👇 LINX reflects on 10 years of its work experience programme and a decade of opening doors for young people considering careers in tech. buff.ly/jeAXOnp

Member News 👇 Five University of Salford business partnerships have received a ‘Very Good’ grading from Innovate UK, recognising their impact and innovation. buff.ly/3O3pMG8

Member News 👇 VE3 breaks down what an AI Assurance Pack actually contains and how organisations can build the evidence needed to demonstrate responsible AI use. buff.ly/8f2syk1

🌍 Ready to innovate, export and grow? #ITW2026 will bring together an exciting programme of live events, expert guidance, practical learning and international business opportunities. 👉 Explore the programme and register: buff.ly/RJ7iGFB

📢 Manchester Digital has helped shape the government's new Digital and Technologies Jobs Plan. Published this week, the plan sets out an ambition to create 200,000 entry-level tech jobs over the next decade. 👉 buff.ly/ngRtqw9

What will shape the next 25 years of Manchester tech? That's what we'll be answering at MD Members 26 on 10 December. Join the conversation and book your place 👇 buff.ly/PJHppQk

Member News 👇 Relentica argues that technology investment should be judged by the profit and business value it creates – not simply by how much cost it cuts. buff.ly/ld1WhOz

Member News 👇 Hayley Bonnick Marketing looks at the hidden capacity problem facing growing digital agencies - and what happens when growth outpaces the team. buff.ly/zpXwmtO

Member News ⬇️ Canopius introduces Alice Breen, one of its data apprentices, sharing her experience and offering a glimpse into the people and career opportunities behind its Manchester team. buff.ly/MWIw9TT

Member News 👇 JW Digital shares what it learned from building 21 free online calculators instead of another traditional lead magnet – and the results of taking a utility-first approach. buff.ly/ZAqpbWd