Tech Nation
Tech Nation, founded in 2014,[1] is a UK-based organization dedicated to fostering the expansion of technology firms and the wider tech ecosystem within the United Kingdom. Through a range of programs, initiatives, and resources, Tech Nation aids tech entrepreneurs and startups in scaling[2] their ventures, securing funding, and establishing connections with mentors and investors.[3]
| Industry | Technology, Computing |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2014 |
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| Website | https://technation.io |
Tech Nation's Programmes[4] and Events consist of a range of initiatives and activities intended to strengthen the advancement of the UK's technology sector.[5] These programs and events serve the purpose of convening entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and other stakeholders to facilitate innovation, collaboration, and the exchange of knowledge within the tech ecosystem.
Tech Nation's Global Talent Visa is a program designed to attract highly skilled individuals from around the world to work in the UK's technology sector. Formerly known as the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent Visa, the Global Talent Visa allows tech professionals with exceptional skills or promising potential to live and work in the UK without needing a job offer beforehand.
The Global Talent Visa[6] is open to talented individuals in various technology-related fields, including but not limited to software engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Applicants must demonstrate their exceptional talent or potential through a rigorous endorsement process conducted by Tech Nation or one of its endorsing bodies.[7]
Once endorsed, successful applicants receive a visa that allows them to work for any employer or be self-employed in the UK's technology sector. The visa also provides opportunities for permanent residency and eventually British citizenship for those who meet the necessary criteria.[8]
Tech Nation's Global Talent Visa program[9] aims to strengthen the UK's technology ecosystem[10] by attracting top talent from around the world, fostering innovation, and driving economic growth.
References
change- ↑ Clawson, Trevor. "Britain's Tech Nation Rises From The Ashes But What Role Will It Play?". Forbes. Forbes. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ Conchie, Charlie (16 October 2023). "Hoberman-led Tech Nation pledges £10bn UK tech bonanza". CityAM. CityAM. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ Clawson, Trevor. "Tech Nation Prioritizes Support For Britain's Diverse Founders". Forbes. Forbes. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ "Tech Nation launches first programme since government funding cut". Sifted. Sifted. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ "Tech Nation is back with £10B private investment and support for disabled founders". Tech.eu. Tech.eu. 16 October 2023. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ "Global Talent visa: New system to keep UK 'open to talented scientists'". BBC. 27 January 2020. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ "Global Talent Visa brings 5,000 tech workers to UK". UKTN. UKTN. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ "Tech Nation reveals underrepresented founders programme cohort". UKTN. UKTN. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ Team, The Startups (16 October 2023). "Tech Nation To Run Visa Programme 'Til 2024 End I Startups.co.uk". Startups.co.uk. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ↑ Sharkey, Carys (30 October 2023). "Tech leaders call on government to cultivate 'AI ecosystem' to rival Silicon Valley". CityAM. CityAM. Retrieved 27 February 2024.