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The North of England is home to thousands of technology businesses, Universities, large tech employers and supporting organisations. Together they employ hundreds of thousands of people, attract investment, create intellectual property and shape the future of the Northern economy. This section is dedicated to the people and companies building that future, and to the ideas, decisions and trends influencing where it goes next.
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Tech Unicorn joins Silicon North
"Employment Hero joined Silicon North because the North is where some of the UK's most ambitious businesses are being built - and we want to be part of that conversation. As an all-in-one HR, payroll, and hiring platform built for growing businesses"
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The One Point joins Silicon North
The One Point has joined Silicon North as our latest Partner. Founded in Hull in 2005 and now operating from Hull, Leeds and Newcastle, the managed technology provider is investing in its Northern presence and building new relationships across the region's technology economy.
10 Aug 2026
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The corporate advantage: Why the North’s biggest companies could be its greatest innovation asset
5 Aug 2026
Venture Capital Hasn't Disappeared. It's Simply Become More Selective.
5 Aug 2026
The deal you don't know about won't come in your feed
The North's greatest opportunity may not be creating another innovation hub or another annual conference. It may be making it easier for people to discover people.
29 Jun 2026
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