Liverpool’s tech sector is thriving in 2025, with over 50 new startups securing £100m in investments, creating 1,200 jobs.
Key players include AI-driven health tech firm MediScan and eco-friendly logistics platform GreenFreight.
The city’s Baltic Triangle hub, backed by council incentives, fosters innovation with co-working spaces and tax breaks.
Liverpool Echo reports a 30% rise in tech employment since 2024, outpacing Manchester.
Challenges include retaining talent, with some firms relocating to London.
Government grants and EU partnerships have bolstered growth, drawing comparisons to Bristol’s tech scene.
Local universities contribute through graduate programs, with 70% of startups led by under-35s.
Community events like TechFest 2025 showcase advancements, boosting tourism.
Newsletters provide updates on funding rounds.
This boom positions Liverpool as a northern tech powerhouse, addressing regional economic disparities while navigating post-Brexit trade challenges.
Public support and infrastructure investment are key to sustaining momentum.
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