News by David Johnson
écrit le 23 January 2025
23 January 2025
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Techspace’s Farringdon flagship becomes official home of London AI hub

The London AI Hub has officially found its home in the heart of Farringdon. Developed by Techspace, this groundbreaking partnership establishes a new epicentre for AI collaboration and innovation and cements London and the UK in the race for AI dominance.
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Backed by Tech Nation, Merantix and Husayn Kassai and housed within the a former gin distillery, Techspace Goswell Road is 80,000 square feet of beautifully designed workspace with the second floor hosting the London AI Hub, offering up to 6,000 square feet of dedicated space for AI-native startups, academics, policymakers, and investors to collaborate, create, and shape the future of Artificial Intelligence.

Accelerating AI leadership

The initiative builds on the Government’s AI Opportunities Action Plan and takes inspiration from international AI success stories like Paris’s Station F and Berlin’s Merantix AI Campus. Launching in February 2025, the Hub will foster responsible AI development through a curated calendar of events, cutting-edge coworking facilities, and a thriving community of innovators.

"The London AI Hub is a pivotal step for the UK in its ambition to lead the global AI stage. Located in Techspace’s best-in-class workspace, this initiative will harness the collective power of London’s thriving AI ecosystem to drive innovation and cement the UK’s position as a tech powerhouse." Carolyn Dawson, CEO of Founders Forum Group

A landmark space for innovation

Techspace Goswell Road embodies the future of workspaces for high-growth companies. Boasting a BREEAM Excellent rating, the building prioritises sustainability and functionality, featuring advanced AV-equipped meeting rooms, wellness zones, a podcasting studio, and three rooftop terraces with panoramic views.

Already home to innovative scaleups like Harriet, Culted, and Whalar, the space sets the standard for empowering teams and businesses to thrive. With the addition of the London AI Hub, Techspace Goswell Road cements its role as a catalyst for collaboration, growth, and breakthrough ideas.

"Techspace Goswell Road represents our vision of creating exceptional environments that inspire innovation. As the official home of the London AI Hub, we’re thrilled to partner in advancing AI and supporting the UK’s leadership on the global stage." Jonathan Bevan, CEO of Techspace

London AI Hub: A catalyst for collaboration

London is already home to 1,300 AI-focused companies and a growing workforce of 360,000 AI professionals. The London AI Hub will unite this ecosystem, offering a physical base for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and investment.

"The London AI Hub is another stride forward for the UK’s world-leading AI sector. With initiatives like this and our commitment to turbocharging AI innovation, we’re setting the stage for a tech-driven future." Peter Kyle, the UK’s Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology

For more details about the space or to register your interest in membership with the London AI Hub, visit Techspace Goswell Road or contact Rupert Elston at [email protected].

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