06 Oct 2016

Spain, the next tech-hub?

When you hear Madrid you may think primarily of culture, football, nightlife, but not necessarily the tech industry. But over the past three years much has changed and the tech industry is booming thanks to startups and agile ways of thinking.

Spanish startup funding is up 83% in 2015, according to a report by ASCRI (Spanish Association for Capital, Growth and Investment) and with 78% of that investment going into ICT and digital projects, Madrid is fast becoming the new tech-hub of Europe.

The Spanish economy has been hit hard by the economic downturn but the fast paced, agile thinking of the tech industry has come out stronger than ever and shows a great future ahead of it.

Tech leaders such as Google and Amazon are embracing the potential of Madrid. In 2015 Google opened Google Campus, and summer 2016 saw Amazon opening their tech-hub, one of only 3 in Europe. There are several other impressively backed incubator and startup hubs too.

“Tech talent in Spain is abundant and of high quality, but most importantly it is available.”

Adam Sedó, Amazon Spain

Earlier this year (2016) Catch opened its Madrid offices, expanding its services into the Spanish market and to access the tech talent pool Madrid has to offer.

This is exciting news for Catch and the future growth of Madrid as a cornerstone of the European tech scene. With the recent launch of Catch Studios and opening of our office in Madrid Catch are in a great position to capitalise on the burgeoning tech scene in Madrid.

19 Aug 2015

Just launched: Stonewall

We're proud to unveil the new website for Stonewall, the leading charity for lesbian, gay, bi and trans equality.

Stonewall appointed us to design and build the website following a competitive pitch at the end of 2014, the new website www.stonewall.org.uk also reveals a fresh new look for the 26-year-old charity.

New features include clearer designs and easier search functions, a new information structure to enable better more intuitive navigation and a responsive design. All of Stonewall’s websites – Stonewall Scotland, Stonewall Cymru and Young Stonewall – have also been integrated to sit across one site.

Stonewall has also recently added the tagline - Acceptance without exception, to its famous star logo, demonstrating its commitment to making real change to ensure everyone, everywhere is free to be themselves.

Content has also been refreshed to make the information engaging and clear, with new film and photo content to be developed to ensure the site is fully accessible. The new website now also hosts Stonewall’s expansive library of research and publications in a new format so they're easier to browse and download. 

The website also has a new section – Stonewall Says – to communicate the charity's view on news, recent trends and issues affecting LGBT people, as well as a spotlight on Stonewall volunteers to celebrate their achievements and demonstrate the benefits of volunteering as well as encouraging others to get involved.

As part of this commitment, Stonewall is strengthening its networks and developing deeper relationships with people from ethnic minorities, faith-based groups and those who live in rural communities to secure equality for all.

Stonewall’s website is used by a variety of audiences such as schools and corporate businesses working to create inclusive and accepting cultures; LGBT people and groups seeking legal guidance or information on support in their area; volunteers, donors and supporters looking for how to get involved; journalists looking for information and research on LGBT issues; and UK and international human rights activists looking for ideas and resources.

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