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Funding from the UK’s Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), through the 5G Innovation Regions (5GIR) programme and Open Networks Ecosystem (ONE) competition is...

Sunderland has taken a major step forward in promoting digital inclusion and improving community digital health with the launch of seven new Digital Health Hubs...

Sunderland’s journey to becoming one of the UK’s most forward-thinking smart cities is attracting national attention. This October is Sunderland’s first ‘Smart City Symposium’, a...

Virgin Media O2 customers are the first to benefit from the 5G neutral host network, delivered by the Sunderland Open Network EcosysTem (SONET) project. Boldyn’s...

Sunderland’s innovative approach to active play has hit the back of the net with their smart Yalp Sutu Football Wall and Sona Arch proving to...

As featured in a Smart Cities World Special report, we mark World Environment Day today (5th June), by shining a light on how Sunderland is...

Sunderland City Council is expanding its successful Digital Health Hubs, increasing the number of Hubs across the city from 23 to 30, ensuring even more...

The North East’s pioneering 5G Innovation Region (5GIR) programme has been awarded an additional £1.9 million in funding and extended by 12 months to build...

The North East has been recognised as a leader in digital transformation after winning the Place-Based Impact Award at the Future Networks Awards 2025. This...

Sunderland City Council is celebrating a win at last night’s Digital Leaders Impact Awards, scooping the prestigious People’s Choice Award amidst a strong field of...

As we mark International Women’s Day, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on the inspiring women helping to shape Sunderland’s smart city journey. From advancing...

A striking focal point for Expo Sunderland, the Expo Sunderland Pavilion, is set to enhance the heart of the city with a pioneering programme fusing...