“There’s a point in a deep tech company’s life where momentum can stall. Bringing together space, capital, and community reduces that friction. It keeps companies moving forward.”
“MWC 2026 marked a defining moment for JOINER and for UK telecoms innovation. We showcased five demos, covering AI (including one in partnership with BT and Nvidia), Non-Terrestrial Networks, Spectrum and Holographic Telepresence, which proved that next generation connectivity is being built right now, right here in Bristol with JOINER.”
“This is a welcome shift towards the demand side. The challenge now is not just technical, but whether organisations can adopt and use these technologies.”
“The UK has never had a problem with quantum research. What it has lacked is the ability to turn that into commercial success. That’s why the government’s commitment to buy quantum systems is more important than the headline figure.”
“Quantum computing continues to dominate the discourse and budget, while the security infrastructure needed to withstand it is often overlooked. If we don’t prioritise quantum-safe communications, the UK risks losing control over its security stack.”
“When you walk around this building, what you see is a range of cutting-edge creative technology being used in all manner of ways. Creativity isn’t just art. It’s problem solving and invention.”
Working as a technology journalist and writer since 1989, Marc has written for a wide range of titles on technology, business, education, politics and sustainability, with work appearing in The Guardian, The Register, New Statesman, Computer Weekly and many more.
