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Business News Wales
25-06-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Wales Tech Week 2025 Announces Three Key Themes
Wales Tech Week 2025, Wales' largest international tech summit, has unveiled its three defining themes for this year's edition, taking place 24–26 November at the ICC Wales, Newport. The themes – Tech for People, Tech for Performance, and Tech for the Planet – set the stage for an ambitious programme that invites all private and public sectors to connect, collaborate and do business. In a world where technological innovation is reshaping economies at breakneck speed, the challenge facing global businesses, policymakers, and communities is no longer whether to adapt, but how to lead responsibly and inclusively, the organisers said. Wales Tech Week 2025 offers a powerful platform to shape that future, they added. With a firm focus on driving economic growth through the adoption of emerging technologies, promoting digital inclusivity to ensure no one is left behind, and aligning with the UK's upcoming industrial strategy, the international tech summit creates space for collaboration, action, and long-term impact. From global boardrooms to local businesses, Wales Tech Week connects innovation with real-world opportunity. The Three Themes Tech for People Technology is woven into every part of the human experience, shaping how we grow, learn, connect, and live. But it also raises vital questions about ethics, privacy, AI, and human rights in the digital age. This theme challenges participants to reflect on how technology can uplift humanity, positively impacting mind, body, and soul throughout every stage of life. Tech for Performance Thriving in tomorrow's fast-changing world requires more than survival, it demands innovation. This theme spotlights how technology powers new business models, drives efficiency, boosts productivity, and keeps organisations resilient and competitive amid ongoing challenges. Tech for the Planet Sustainability is a shared responsibility, and technology stands at the forefront of protecting our planet. With urgent environmental challenges and rising regulatory demands, this theme focuses on the role of innovation in leading the charge toward a greener, more competitive future – because the time to act is now. 'We're at an incredible inflection point,' says Avril Lewis, Managing Director of Technology Connected, the organisation behind Wales Tech Week. 'The conversations happening in Wales today are shaping global technology tomorrow. Our three themes this year highlight the critical challenges that every organisation, every innovator, every leader needs to grapple with right now. Wales Tech Week 2025 is where those conversations turn into real action.' Opportunities to partner, exhibit and attend are outlined at
Business News Wales
19-06-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Entry Deadline Extended for Prestigious Wales Technology Awards 2025
The entry deadline for the highly anticipated Wales Technology Awards 2025 has officially been extended to Friday, 18 July 2025, giving more time for Wales' most innovative companies, rising stars, and standout leaders to enter. Now in its 10th year, the Wales Technology Awards, created by Technology Connected and taking place on 26 November, mark a decade of championing the businesses and individuals powering Wales' dynamic and world-class tech industry. And in a first for the event, this year's Awards will be held as the ultimate grand finale to Wales Tech Week 2025 – Wales' largest international tech summit, taking place 24–26 November at ICC Wales. 20.10.2022Wales Technology Awards WALES NEWS SERVICE Avril Lewis, Managing Director of Technology Connected, said: 'We know how much passion and dedication goes into building a tech business, and that deserves to be celebrated. That's why we've extended the entry deadline, to give everyone a little more time to pull their stories together. With over 11 award categories, there's something for nearly every tech company in Wales – whether you're just starting out, scaling up, or going international. 'This year's awards are extra special – it's our 10th anniversary. It would be fantastic to see the whole community there. So if you've been thinking about entering… now's your moment.' WALES NEWS SERVICE Jacqui Murray, Chair of the Judging Panel and Director of South Wales for the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, added: 'The calibre of talent and innovation coming out of Wales is exceptional. As judges, we want to give every submission the attention it deserves. This deadline extension ensures that entries can be as strong as possible, and that the recognition we give is truly meaningful and competitive.' Award categories include: ● The Sir Michael Moritz Tech Start-up Award ● The Aled Miles International Impact Award ● Rising Star of the Year Award ● Best Tech Leader Award ● Best AI Application Award ● Best Digital Transformation Award – Public Sector ● Best Digital Transformation Award – Private Sector ● Best EdTech Application Award ● Best GreenTech Application Award ● Best Healthtech Application Award ● Best Digital Inclusion Award The Wales Technology Awards 2025 are free to enter, and entries to multiple categories are welcome. Enter here:
South Wales Argus
14-06-2025
- Automotive
- South Wales Argus
Vishay Intertechnology joins Wales Tech Week 2025 partners
Vishay Intertechnology, a US-based firm with operations in Newport, has been announced as a gold partner for the event, which will take place at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Wales from November 24 to 26. The company, which employs 23,000 people worldwide, manufactures semiconductors in multiple countries and acquired its Newport site—now the UK's largest semiconductor manufacturing facility—in March 2024. Avril Lewis, managing director of Technology Connected, organisers of Wales Tech Week, said: "Compound semiconductors play a vital role in the world around us and we're delighted that a world-leading company such as Vishay Intertechnology has partnered with Wales Tech Week to help showcase some of the cutting-edge work that they do, in what is such an important industry. "Their recently announced investment shows the confidence that they have in the manufacturing potential of Wales, and it's great to see the South Wales semiconductor cluster continuing to grow and attract international interest and recognition." Vishay recently announced a £250 million investment in the Newport facility to expand production of silicon carbide semiconductors. These advanced components are crucial to electric vehicle (EV) technology. The company says they enable faster battery charging, more efficient energy delivery to motors, and longer driving ranges for EVs. The investment is expected to directly support more than 500 high-value jobs in Wales and create further opportunities throughout the supply chain. Roy Shoshani, executive vice president and chief operating officer – semiconductors and chief technical officer at Vishay Intertechnology, said: "When Vishay acquired Newport Wafer Fab last year, we wanted to take advantage of the global growth opportunity in compound semiconductors. "We knew we would benefit from Wales's track record in innovation, its highly skilled and committed workforce, and the spirit of collaboration within the South Wales Compound Semiconductor Cluster. "As gold sponsors of Wales Tech Week 2025, we're excited to showcase Wales's expertise in semiconductors on the world stage." Vishay is also working with further and higher education providers to promote careers in the semiconductor industry.
