Cardiff Capital Region is among three UK cities and regions receiving support from the UK Government's £500m local innovation fund.

The memo details budget changes in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology as outlined in HM Treasury's 2025 to 2026 Main Estimates. It provides insights into the allocation and adjustments made to the department's financial resources for the upcoming fiscal year.

Multiple studies are being conducted to create a new definition of the digital economy that will cater to the policy requirements of DSIT. The goal is to establish a more refined understanding of the digital economy for effective policy-making.

The UK government is conducting research to analyze and measure the country's cyber security workforce and industry. The initiative aims to provide valuable insights into the current state and future trends of the UK cyber security sector.

Steve Bates OBE has been named to promote research, innovation, and technology integration in healthcare to boost the UK's economy. Bates will work on advocating for technological advancements and their role in improving health outcomes and stimulating economic growth.

An international expert advisory panel has been established to provide guidance on the International AI Safety Report through a defined set of principles and procedures. The panel will offer expertise and recommendations to ensure the report upholds standards of AI safety.

The University Enterprise Zones (UEZ) programme was established in 2016 to promote collaboration between research and development (R&D) companies and universities. The programme aims to facilitate engagement and promote innovation in these sectors.

The report discusses diversity challenges within the UK tech sector, focusing on issues related to industry, entrepreneurship, and skills, particularly for underrepresented groups. It highlights barriers faced by these groups in accessing opportunities and achieving success in the tech industry.

The government is seeking input on the security of enterprise IoT devices, inviting public feedback on the matter. The call for views is open to all individuals interested in sharing their input on the security of connected devices used by businesses.

A call for evidence has been issued to gather information that will aid in designing policies, promoting trusted data access and sharing, and addressing potential harms from third-party data control. The goal is to use this information to better manage data and ensure its responsible use.