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Reading Celebrates 60 Years as UK's First Tech Town

3/17/2025

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An exhibition in Reading commemorates the 60th anniversary of Digital Equipment Corporation, showcasing the town's remarkable transformation into the UK's first "Tech Town." This evolution from traditional industries to a thriving tech landscape has drawn giants like Microsoft and Huawei, solidifying Reading's status as a vital ICT hub in the UK.

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An exhibition in Reading commemorates the 60th anniversary of Digital Equipment Corporation, showcasing the town's remarkable transformation into the UK's first "Tech Town." This evolution from traditional industries to a thriving tech landscape has drawn giants like Microsoft and Huawei, solidifying Reading's status as a vital ICT hub in the UK.