Funding and support from HIE
8 October 2026 • Sarah Medcraf
Funding and support from HIE
Discover the latest funding, expert advice, support and events from Highlands and Islands Enterprise.
Our AI Mentoring support offers a tailored one-to-one session with an experienced specialist to help organisations identify practical AI opportunities and develop a clear action plan for adoption.
Up to £10,000 is available through our Digital and Technology Entrepreneurship (DaTE) programme, delivered in partnership with BT, to help entrepreneurs and start-ups develop and test new digital or technology-led products, services and processes.
Funding of £10,000 to £25,000 is available through our DaTE programme, delivered in partnership with BT, to support innovation in areas such as AI, software, data, robotics and digital platforms, helping organisations move beyond early-stage concepts, validate their ideas and accelerate the development of commercially viable products with strong growth potential.
Technology Advice and Mentoring Grant
Access up to £5,000 through our DaTE programme, delivered in partnership with BT, to secure specialist advice and mentoring that can help turn innovative technology ideas into viable products and services. Support is available across areas including AI, software, data innovation, robotics and digital platforms.