Upcoming Trade Shows in UK for IT & Technology

The UK’s IT & technology industry has never been in a better position and right now the country ranks first as the largest information and communication technology (ICT) market in Europe. With an annual digital tech turnover of $170 billion and over 100,000 software companies operating within its borders, the UK continues to offer lucrative opportunities for businesses and professionals alike. The UK ranks second globally in ICT spending per capita, following the US, and London is the second most connected place for tech, right after Silicon Valley. This connectivity and investment in tech infrastructure have made the UK the top scaling tech nation in Europe. Cybersecurity provides the IT & technology industry in the UK with the biggest opportunities for further expansion as the rates of cybercrime have increased, driving up demand for sophisticated cybersecurity solutions. For both public and private sectors, IT security is mission-critical. The UK’s growing need for advanced, tailored cyber solutions presents substantial opportunities for companies that specialise in protecting digital assets. This is particularly relevant in industries such as finance, healthcare, and government, where data protection and security are paramount. The UK has embraced the shift toward software as a service (SaaS), moving away from one-time purchases and adopting subscription-based models. The widespread use of mobile devices across enterprises creates an ideal environment for SaaS and cloud service providers to thrive. The UK’s data centre market, the largest in Europe, further boosts demand for cloud services, creating a strong ICT infrastructure that supports a mobile and connected workforce. Here we also have to mention the potential of AI. Valued at over $21 billion, the UK AI market is set to grow exponentially, potentially reaching over $1 trillion by 2035. Today, the UK is the third-largest AI market globally, after the U.S. and China.