Rachael Hesno

How this tech spin-out is transforming the way we see X-rays — and why its CEO chose the North - Prolific North This University of Surrey spin-out moved to Stockport in 2022 and is developing affordable X-ray detector technology that could bring colour-detail to scans.

How this tech spin-out is transforming the way we see X-rays — and why its CEO chose the North.

Really interesting conversation with the founder of Silveray recently: www.prolificnorth.co.uk/feature/how-...

Hats off to Channel 4. Just finished watching Trump v Truth, a 3 hour compilation fact-checking over 100 things Trump has said. An absolute must watch.

Northern freelancers working in film/tv - i want to hear from you about workplace culture, job security - and any thoughts on the current state of the industry. Drop me an email via rachael@prolificnorth.co.uk - can remain confidential if preferred. #journorequest #prrequest

Stephen Fry and David Baddiel feature in new documentary on life of Theodor Herzl, the 'man behind Israel' - Prolific North EXCLUSIVE: ‘If there’s any controversy - people have missed the point’ - new film digs into Herzl’s life, legacy and the formation of the state of Israel.

Stephen Fry and David Baddiel feature in a new documentary on the life of Theodor Herzl - the ‘man behind Israel’.

I had an exclusive chat with the filmmakers behind the doc...

Read more: loom.ly/gMnNB7M #Israel #Herzl #Documentary

‘There is a thread of ambition’: Why Irish tech firm Galvia AI is betting on Manchester for its UK expansion - Prolific North The founder of Galvia AI reveals the two key reasons his firm picked Manchester.

Irish tech firm Galvia AI has revealed why it selected Manchester for its UK expansion - mainly thanks to two key reasons...

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18 years with TechCrunch | Mike Butcher ✍️ | 122 comments An announcement: After 18 years, TechCrunch and I have parted ways. The backstory: Recently, Regent LP, a US private equity firm, acquired TechCrunch and its staff in the US, from Yahoo. During this...

TechCrunch editor at large Mike Butcher has been made redundant along with a number of Europe-based colleagues following the title's takeover by Regent LP from Yahoo www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Swipe right for your dream hair: how dating apps inspired this haircare tech start-up - Prolific North “I want this to be a haircare destination - it’s much more than products,” says Bhive’s CEO and founder.

Meet the AI-powered ‘dating app’ for your hair.

“66 percent of women still struggle to find the right products for their hair,” says Marina Fallahi, founder of Bhive London.

“I wanted to fix that.”

www.prolificnorth.co.uk/feature/swip... #Tech #Haircare #Manchester

How tech firm Partful Is assembling the right pieces to scale - and why its founder is taking a different approach to investment - Prolific North "I don't buy into the ‘we’re poor’ and ‘we’re worse off up in the North’ statements. You have to go after the opportunities."

There are a few tech features I did recently that I didn't get time to share.

Here's the story behind Manchester tech firm Partful - and how its founder is assembling the right pieces to scale.

www.prolificnorth.co.uk/news/how-tec... #Tech #Manchester

Went along to PN's GRAFT event at UA92 today. There were some really insightful conversations about the opportunities / challenges when it comes to scaling a tech biz in the North. Key takeaway? Founders need to focus on profit & sales first, not personal brands, as that's what validates success.

... but I'm keen to see what else is out there! If you need an experienced journalist & features writer to cover shifts / freelance etc, please get in touch!

Some ✨personal news✨ after 4 years, I have now left Prolific North as deputy editor as I'm diving into the world of freelance!

After a mini break away until next week, I already have some projects lined up & I'll be back in June to focus on features for PN 1 day a week.. 1/2

I know the world has gone a bit mad... but need to give a shout out to Doves for their new album Constellations For the Lonely. What a powerful masterpiece 🔥

The government has now opened bidding for its AI growth zones - I'm looking for comments on what it could mean for the North? Email in bio! #journorequest #prrequest

UK confirms plans to criminalize the creation of sexually explicit deepfake content The U.K. is forging ahead with plans to make the act of creating sexually explicit “deepfake” images a specific criminal offence. A deepfake refers to manipulated media, often video or audio, created using AI to make someone appear to say or do something…

UK confirms plans to criminalize the creation of sexually explicit deepfake content

Absolutely love this. Such a good read!

Now i've dusted the cobwebs off of my laptop after a long break, I'm back to it at PN and looking to feature more Northern people across digital/tech/marketing through our weekly features. Email is in my bio 📧

Please get in touch if you have any stories or tips too!

#journorequest #prrequest

2024 was one of the worst years of my life after losing my dad at the end of October. The last few months have been a blur. I'm hopeful for 2025, though. Onwards and upwards!

Brian Afande, CEO at BlackRhino VR, speaking at the Beyond at MediaCity.

Picture of MediaCity's Lowry Theatre

Fascinating afternoon of sessions at @beyondconference.org, especially hearing about Kenya's 'Silicon Savannah' and how a 'phygital revolution' is emerging and transforming Nairobi from Brian Afande, CEO at BlackRhino VR.

As Salford Lads and Girls Club is at risk of imminent closure, the North West’s media community has come together to help save it.

The GoFundMe campaign is currently at 92% of its goal of £250,000 today.

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“Meta Liverpool” as city prepares to harness AI for growth - Prolific North “Liverpool is well set to become a leader in responsible AI” according to the CEO of IBM UK and Ireland.

“Liverpool is well set to become a leader in responsible AI,” according to the CEO of IBM UK and Ireland.

Dr Nicola Hodson was the keynote speaker at Liverpool’s first AI Summit yesterday.

www.prolificnorth.co.uk/news/meta-li...

Liverpool ecommerce specialist acquires Scottish PPC and social agency - Prolific North North West ecommerce specialist, Velstar, has acquired Scottish PPC and paid social agency, Yatter.

Liverpool ecommerce specialist acquires Scottish PPC and social agency

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Venture funding in Europe in 2024 fell to $45 billion, says Atomico Funding for European tech appears to have stabilised in 2024 after dropping precipitously in 2023, but the signs continue to point to more tough times ahead, according to the latest State of European Tech report.  The annual survey — produced by European…

Venture funding in Europe in 2024 fell to $45 billion, says Atomico

Another one bites the dust? Not us - In The Style’s marketing director opens up about mental health struggles and the brand’s future - Prolific North Prolific North visited In The Style's HQ in Manchester to chat with the brand's marketing director, Phoebe Russell.

Another one bites the dust? Not us – I chatted to In The Style’s marketing director this summer, who opened up about mental health struggles and the brand’s future.

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Oh yes please that would be fab, thank you!

Looking for tech leaders in the North to contribute to an end of year piece on the next big thing in tech for 2025 #journorequest #prrequest

I'm a bit late to the party but I'm finally signed up and loving the Bluesky features so far!

Expect lots of Northern tech, digital and creative sector news from me on here 👋