The Leeds Digital Festival has returned for its ninth year, spotlighting the city’s vibrant tech scene.
- Running from September 16-27, the festival features over 200 events across key venues in and around Leeds.
- Focal areas of the festival include AI, online safety, equality in tech, and smart cities.
- Stuart Clarke, the festival director, highlights Leeds’ growing digital economy and the festival’s role in fostering connections.
- The festival receives substantial support from sponsors, ensuring a diverse programme of events.
The ninth iteration of the Leeds Digital Festival has made a prominent comeback, positioning Leeds at the centre of the digital map once again. With its reputation for fostering innovation and collaboration within the tech sector, the festival promises to be a key event for industry professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Scheduled from the 16th to the 27th of September, attendees can look forward to engaging with a wide array of over 200 events. These events are set to take place at various locations throughout Leeds, offering convenient access points for participants.
Key topics for this year’s programme prominently include discussions on artificial intelligence (AI), strategies for online safety, achieving equality in the tech sector, and the concept of smart cities. These themes reflect the current critical issues and trends within the global tech landscape.
Festival director Stuart Clarke expressed excitement about this year’s line-up, stating: “There is a great deal of anticipation as we prepare to showcase Leeds in the digital spotlight.” This sentiment underscores the festival’s ambition to enhance Leeds’ prominence as the fastest growing digital economy beyond London.
The festival thrives on the goodwill and financial backing of its sponsors, notably premier sponsors BJSS and PEXA, among others. Their support facilitates a robust year-round digital platform and the mini-festival hosted each April. In essence, sponsors play a pivotal role in the festival’s continuity and success.
Jay Patel, head of technology at Leeds Building Society, articulates the significance of their involvement: “We’re looking forward to being involved… and are privileged to be launch sponsors.” This statement encapsulates the drive towards innovation and inspiration within the city’s tech community, which aligns with their organisational goals.
The Leeds Digital Festival reaffirms its commitment to driving tech innovation and collaboration within the city.
