📢 Join our webinar this Wednesday to discover how your organisation can benefit from our MSc Student Placement Programme. Hear from past hosts and student alumni, learn how to scope a successful project and understand the recruitment process. 🔗: https://ow.ly/caJH50Xy1z3

📢 Our Masters Scholarship Programme provides funding for Scottish universities to offer scholarships on data & AI courses. Apply for continued funding for existing programmes or propose new ones, working with us to equip students with skills, connections & experience. 🔗 https://ow.ly/Jhoz50XsZS6

Are you just beginning your AI journey or looking to further progress existing initiatives? Attend a free Rural AI Roadshow conference near you. Taking place in Inverness on 27 Jan, Dundee on 28 Jan and Gretna on 29 Jan. Spaces are free but limited, book now! https://ow.ly/F9jp50XsYVt

Have you checked out the new DataFest website yet? 👀 Stay up to date with speaker announcements, agenda updates, and all the latest on DataFest 2026 - Scotland’s leading data & AI festival. While you’re there, don’t forget to secure your early bird tickets! 🔗 Explore now: https://datafest.global/

🚨 The Data Lab Community has announced its Monthly Themes for 2026! Monthly, we'll focus on a key topic in data & AI, guiding events, discussions, & content around the latest trends. Find out more about how you can get involved and register your interest here: https://ow.ly/pF0r50XxoRV

"Join our lunchtime webinar 'Making the Most of a Student Placement', to discover how your organisation can benefit from The Data Lab's MSc Student Placement Programme. Taking place online on Wed 3 December 2025 12:00 - 13:00 GMT" @thedatalab.bsky.social community.thedatalab.com/events/195671

🏆 Ready to turn data into a winning story? Our Data Visualisation Competition 2025 opens this Wednesday! Enter for a chance to win: 🛍️ £300 in retail vouchers 🎟️ 1 x ticket to DataFest 2026 🎉 The Data Lab Goodie Bag Register your interest and find out more, here: https://ow.ly/YkOa50XjF2l

Working with talented MSc students through our placement programme helps organisations across Scotland turn ideas into real outcomes. If your organisation has a project idea for 2026, get in touch with our team at [email protected] Find out more here: https://ow.ly/w7vQ50XinRU

An introduction to AI and its opportunities Our final executive briefing for the year is on 1 Dec (10–11AM). For leaders in SMEs or social enterprises, this free online session will help you build awareness & leadership capacity around AI. 🔗 Spaces are limited — apply: https://ow.ly/9vZi50Xin7r

Join us for a webinar on 'Accessible Data Visualisation in the Age of AI'. Jen Gates will explore how accessibility practices in data visualisation have progressed and whether AI tools are helping or hindering accessible visualisations. 📅 Fri 28 Nov, 12:30–13:30 👉 : https://ow.ly/Y84550Xic0U

Speaker Announcement 🎤 We’re excited to kick off the DataFest 2026 lineup with the return of Colin Jarvis, Head of Forward Deployed Engineering at OpenAI. 🎟️ Get your early bird tickets now: https://datafest.global/tickets

📢 Interested in hosting a Data and AI student placement next year? Join our webinar to learn how your organisation can benefit from our MSc Student Placement Programme. Hear from past hosts and student alumni and learn about the recruitment process. 🕛 3 Dec, 12-1PM 🔗: https://ow.ly/lmY250XtqrP

You can now catch up on last week's @thedatalab.bsky.social session where Jason Swan talked about the business case for good #DataViz, and I discussed designing charts for a broad audience 📊 www.youtube.com/live/wW7UfM9...

🎓 Last chance to apply! Fully funded MSc scholarships for January starts are still available. Don’t miss your opportunity to boost your data skills and kick-start your career. 👉 Find out more: https://thedatalab.com/students/scholarships/

🚀 Applications are now open for the 11th Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards. This year, we’re proud to partner with Interface to launch a brand-new Trailblazing AI Collaboration category. 🏆 Applications close: 5pm, 11 December 2025 👉 : https://ow.ly/XmBl50XqB2J

📣 Free online data & AI transformation course for SMEs - Access AI readiness, identify opportunities, & build strategic roadmaps aligned with your goals. 📅 26 Nov (Intro), 3-4 Dec (Module 1), 10-11 Dec (Module 2) https://thedatalab.com/business-support/ai-adoption/data-and-ai-transformation-course/

🚀 DataFest 26 tickets now live! Scotland’s leading data & AI festival returns for 2 days of innovation, world-class speakers, & networking. ✨ This year’s theme: Intelligent Futures – exploring how data & AI are shaping the industries, systems, & societies of tomorrow. 🔗 https://ow.ly/Neoy50XqYZE

🌍 This year’s Data Viz Competition theme: climate action. 📊 The challenge is to use data from the UK Co-Benefits Atlas to visualise how climate action can improve lives across the UK, and shift perspectives for your chosen audience. 🔗: https://ow.ly/wgI650XjEmA

Boost your digital skills with the Digital Learning Initiative from @skillsdevscot.bsky.social, in partnership with Microsoft, AWS, Cisco, Salesforce, IBM and Business Gateway. Access free online courses to help you develop in digital www.myworldofwork.co.uk/digital-lear... #ScotCareersWeek25

We're at CPD Expo today and tomorrow - come and say hi! 👋 Swing by stall C230 to chat about how we can support your professional development goals and help take your career to the next level. Don't miss Michelle's seminar today at 3:30 PM - “Understanding AI and Current Trends in Business".

Join The Data Lab Community next Wednesday for our webinar 'Beyond Graphs: The Art of Data Storytelling'. Discover how to turn your data visualisations into compelling stories that connect with your audience. 📅 19 Nov, 12:30–13:30 👉 Register: https://community.thedatalab.com/networks/events/193978

🎓 Funding opportunity for Scottish universities The Data Lab invites Scottish universities to apply for SFC-funded scholarships to support students on data and AI-related Masters programmes for academic year 2026/27. Learn more and apply by 16 January 2026: https://ow.ly/Rovc50XpP4S

Understanding AI and Current Trends in Business Michelle Scott will be speaking at CPD Expo this Wednesday, exploring how AI is reshaping industries — from personalisation in marketing and customer service to boosting efficiency and cutting costs. 📅 12 Nov, 3:30–4:00pm 📍 ExCeL London

Join a webinar on 17 Nov to find out how you can boost efficiency & confidence with AI & access fully-funded project support. ‘Hands-on Data and AI support for SMEs’ provides practical, bespoke support for Scottish SMEs & social enterprises. Register: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...

⏳ Still time to apply! Fully funded MSc scholarships for January starts are still open at top Scottish universities. ✨ Don’t miss this chance to boost your data skills and accelerate your career! 👉 Check eligible courses and apply: https://thedatalab.com/students/scholarships/

“Know Your Audience: Communicating with Data Viz” We’ll explore how great data visualisation bridges the gap between analytics and impact, covering both the creativity and strategy of visual storytelling. 📅 Wed 12 Nov, 17:30 - 19:30 📍 Bayes Centre, Edinurgh + Online 🔗: https://ow.ly/qX1650XjC8B

An introduction to AI and its opportunities For leaders in SMEs/social enterprises, this free online session will help you build awareness & leadership capacity around AI. 🗓️: 19 Nov, 1 Dec 🔗: https://thedatalab.com/business-support/ai-adoption/executive-briefing-for-senior-leaders-and-managers/

Ready to Boost Your Professional Development? We'll be exhibiting at the CPD Expo 2025 in London next week! Visit us at stall C230 to chat about how we can help you achieve your professional development goals & take your career to the next level. 📅 12 - 13 Nov 📍 ExCeL London #CPDExpo #CPD2025

💡 Applications Now Open: Data Skills Credits Funding for Training Providers! Training and education providers across the Tay Cities Region can apply for up to £12K to deliver digital and data upskilling courses. 👉 Apply before 5pm, Monday 14th November: dataskillsforwork.com/funding

Scottish organisation looking to tap into emerging data and AI talent? 🧑‍💻 Whether you’re short on project resource or want to build data capability into your business, our Student Placement Programme can help. 👉 Learn more: https://thedatalab.com/business-support/accessing-talent

🎉 The Data Lab Community’s Data Visualisation Competition is back for 2025, with a top prize worth over £500! 🔗 Register your interest now – competition opens 26 Nov! https://thedatalab.com/data-visualisation-competition-2025/

📣 Free online data and AI transformation course for SMEs Assess AI readiness, find opportunities & build a data-driven roadmap. Intro: 26 Nov, 10-11AM Module 1: 3-4 Dec, 10- 2PM Module 2: 10-11 Dec, 10-12PM 👉: https://thedatalab.com/business-support/ai-adoption/data-and-ai-transformation-course/

We were very happy to have the Minister for Business of Scotland, Richard Lochhead MSP, in The Data Lab today to talk about our work in fostering #data and #AI innovation, skills development and cross-sector collaboration across Scotland and beyond 🌍

Join us for 'Data Visualisation Decoded: How to Make Charts that Work'. This online session breaks down the science behind effective visuals. Hear from Maria Fernanda Callejon, Data Visualisation Specialist & Marketing Analyst at Flourish (part of Canva). 👉: https://ow.ly/wISA50XibFB

Our MSc Student Placement Programme is returning for 2026. Each year, we connect Scottish organisations with talented students to support real-world data projects. Learn more: https://thedatalab.com/business-support/accessing-talent

Join us this Thursday for 'Breast Cancer and AI: From Evaluation to Implementation in the NHS'. Prof Gerald Lip, a leading figure in breast screening and medical innovation, will explore the research and implementation of AI in diagnosing breast cancer. 🔗: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...

Delighted to host an exclusive Business Breakfast at the Bayes Centre this morning. We were joined by senior data & AI leaders to discuss the future of AI in Scotland and beyond. Great conversations, networking, and ideas on the opportunities and challenges in today’s AI landscape!

Our data and AI meetup in Aberdeen is one week today! Join us for Clarity by Design: Practical Data Visualisation. In this session, we'll focus on how design choices can make complex information clearer and more meaningful. 👉 Reserve your spot: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...

🧠 AI is transforming dementia diagnosis in a UK first. A new study led by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is using AI and blood biomarker tests to detect Alzheimer’s earlier and more accurately — aiming to reduce waiting times and improve patient outcomes. 👉 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Abel Aboh, Board Member at The Data Lab, reflects on what Black heritage, creativity, and inclusivity mean for Scotland’s data & AI future. He shares how representation and opportunity make a real difference across education, careers, and communities. 🔗 thedatalab.com/guest-blog/r...

We’re supporting Elementz with Compass & ONE Digital Tech for the Tide Breaker AI accelerator launch—connecting start-ups & operators in subsea energy to drive real impact. 📅 30 Oct 📍ONE Tech Hub, Aberdeen Secure your spot: www.eventbrite.com/e/tide-break... #TideBreaker #AIinEnergy

🚀 Clarity by Design – Practical Data Visualisation Join us in Aberdeen for a Data & AI Meetup exploring data visualisation. Learn practical techniques and see real examples you can use immediately! 🗓️ 29 Oct 2025, 15:00–17:00 📍 ONE Tech Hub, Aberdeen 👉: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...

🎓 Fully funded MSc scholarships are still available for January starts on selected courses at top Scottish universities. ✨ A great opportunity to boost your data skills and kick-start your career. 👉 See which courses are eligible: thedatalab.com/students/sch...

Applications open for the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards — celebrating business–academic collaboration. We’re proud to launch the Trailblazing AI Collaboration category with @interfaceonline.bsky.social, spotlighting innovation in data & AI. 🏆 Deadline: 11 Dec 👉 thedatalab.com/news/scottis...

Join us for 'The Future of Healthcare Systems' on 22 Oct in Glasgow Explore how data & AI help clinicians diagnose faster, tailor treatments & improve operations. Hear from experts, see real-world applications, and discuss ethical AI use. 🔗: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...

An introduction to AI and its opportunities: Executive briefing Designed for leaders and senior managers in SMEs or social enterprises, this free session will help you build awareness and leadership capacity around adopting AI. 🗓: 21 Oct, 19 Nov, 1 Dec 🔗 thedatalab.com/business-sup...

@edinburgh-uni.bsky.social students — come and see us at the Discover Careers exhibition in McEwan Hall from now until 6 pm 👋 Learn how we can support you with mentorship, connections across Scotland’s data & AI ecosystem, skills development, and access to the latest events.

We’re excited to welcome our new cohort of students to the 2025 Masters Scholarship Programme! 🎓✨ The launch event marks the beginning of a year of learning, growth, and collaboration, and we look forward to supporting their journey ahead. Find out more here: thedatalab.com/academy/mast...

From faster, earlier diagnoses to smarter, more personalised treatments, AI is already transforming healthcare 🧬 But the question is: how do we make sure it’s safe, fair, and effective for everyone? 👉 We explore this in our latest blog: thedatalab.com/community-ev...

What Should an Auditing System for Predictive AI Look Like? Join The Data Lab Community and PHAWM for a webinar on participatory AI auditing—exploring real-world work with @publichealthscot.bsky.social’s predictive AI models (SAPRRA + SAM). Register here: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...