All articles by Alexander Love

The Future of Tech – Key Themes for 2026 and Beyond

Tariffs, scarce power and a splintered map: the macro forces reshaping technology investment to 2035

Over the next decade, technology companies will operate in a world shaped by tariffs, resource constraints and regional rivalries. For investors and dealmakers, the implications are profound: supply chains will be rewired, capital allocation strategies will shift and access to power and water will emerge as critical determinants of value creation.

AI and data: The Scottish innovations driving transformations in fintech

Financial services are embracing advanced technologies for data and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimise processes, with Scottish companies at the forefront of industry innovation. We learn about the use of large language models (LLMs) of AI by banks and the pioneering uses of synthetic data in finance, as well as the fintech ecosystem in Scotland that enables companies to grow at impressive rates.

Advanced semiconductor packaging: The specialist capabilities in Scotland

Advanced semiconductor packaging is a crucial process of manufacturing these in-demand components, but specialist manufacturing facilities are limited in Europe. That is all set to change with the opening of a dedicated advanced packaging line in Glasgow. We explore the capabilities of this new facility, its connections with the Scottish advanced tech ecosystem, and the market opportunities that await.

Podcast: Blockchain and cybersecurity

In the latest episode of the Blockchain in Scotland podcast, brought to you by Scottish Enterprise, we explore the role of the technology in cybersecurity. The guest is Professor Bill Buchanan from Edinburgh Napier University.

Podcast: The benefits of blockchain in healthcare

Blockchain has numerous potential benefits for healthcare, which is the topic of episode three in the Blockchain in Scotland series.

New podcast series: Blockchain in Scotland

A new podcast series explores the growing uses of blockchain in Scotland and the potential for future applications.

Quantum tech: How specialist hubs are advancing capabilities in Scotland

Expertise in Scotland is helping unlock the full potential of quantum, a key component of the country’s £10bn Critical Technologies Supercluster.

Cybersecurity in insurance and fintech: The vital considerations

Cyberattacks on insurance businesses and fintechs are on the rise, causing severe financial impacts. We identify the five key areas to look out for in cybersecurity and highlight the importance of talent in the solution.

How Scotland is building trust in blockchain as a commercial product

Scotland’s Blockchain and Digital Trust Taskforce aims to expand the adoption of blockchain, which could dramatically improve data privacy and transparency across several industries.