From NHS waiting lists to global warming, if we get it right we can use technology to address our biggest challenges, writes Russ Shaw in day three of his Tech Week diary

The UK tech ecosystem has always punched above its weight. But whereas in the 2010s it was fintech driving the sector forwards, in recent years, the most exciting, high growth businesses have been those seeking solutions to the major issues facing society.

From the overworked healthcare systems to the climate crisis, UK innovators are turning purpose into profit.

With 6,800 life sciences businesses employing over 300,000 people and contributing £100bn to the economy annually, the healthtech sector represents a pillar of national prosperity.

And the same is true of climatetech, with funding for UK firms last year increasing by 24 per cent – despite a small overall dip in global funding.

These two verticals have formed the focus of proceedings on London Tech Week’s........

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