Tech Council

The Tech Council will be launched in Q1 2025 and will explore key advancements in sectors such as biotech, fintech, insuretech, pharmatech, cybersecurity, AI, nuclear technology, and other emerging technologies. The aim is to foster innovation, advocate for policy support, and create business opportunities for BSCC members across these industries.

Objectives:

1. Encourage Cross-sector Innovation

Facilitate discussions and collaborations across multiple tech sectors to drive innovation.

2. Promote Slovenia as a Key Tech Hub

Position Slovenia as a leading destination for biotech and other tech industries, enhancing its attractiveness to global companies.

3. Advocate for Progressive Tech Policies

Support advocacy efforts for policies that enhance growth and competitiveness in tech, including nuclear technology.

4. Showcase UK and Slovenian Tech Excellence

Highlight success stories and business opportunities in tech.

5. Support Tech Talent Development

Address skills gaps and foster the development of a tech-ready workforce.

6. Promote Tech Synergies and Business Growth

Enable collaboration between members to capitalize on tech innovations.

Key Topics for 2025:

1. Biotech Innovations and Future Trends

• Emerging innovations in biotech and healthcare tech.
• Regulatory challenges in biotech and strategies for navigating them.
• Making Slovenia a biotech destination, supporting national strategies for creating a world-class biotechnology ecosystem.

2. AI’s Expanding Role in Business

• The impact of AI on business operations and efficiency.
• Ethical implications and regulatory frameworks surrounding AI use.
• Case studies of AI-driven transformation.

3. Fintech and Insuretech: Shaping Financial Markets

• The rise of fintech solutions and their disruption of traditional banking models.
• Insuretech advancements for better risk management.
• Digital payments, blockchain, and their influence on global markets.

4. Cybersecurity in a Digital World

• Best practices in cybersecurity for tech-driven businesses.
• How tech firms are tackling data breaches and regulatory compliance.
• Emerging threats and preventive measures.

5. Pharmatech and Digital Health Innovations

• The influence of tech on pharmaceutical research and development.
• The future of telemedicine and healthcare digitization.
• Innovations improving patient care and operational efficiency.

6. Future of Work and Tech Integration (In collaboration with the People and Culture Council)

• The impact of automation, AI, and tech innovation on the future of work.
• Flexible work arrangements and digital transformation.
• Preparing the workforce for tech disruptions.

7. Tech-Driven Talent Development (In collaboration with the People and Culture Council)

• Strategies for bridging the tech skills gap.
• Leveraging tech for employee retention and engagement.
• Upskilling initiatives for emerging technologies.

Access the Charter for Councils here.