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Exclusive: silicon.com reveals the world's Tech Hotspots

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By Steve Ranger

Published: 3 June 2008 13:13 BST

Silicon Valley, Bangalore and London have been named the most innovative and influential locations for technology development by a panel of experts brought together by silicon.com.

The silicon.com Tech Hotspots special report lists the 20 locations around the globe that are making the biggest contribution to the technology landscape.

Silicon Valley was named as the world's most influential Tech Hotspot, with judges citing its long heritage in technology innovation and continued influence as key factors. Bangalore, ranked the second most influential Tech Hotspot by the panel, is at the heart of India's technology boom, while London was ranked third by the international panel including CIOs, entrepreneurs, academics, lawyers and technology editors.

Silicon.com editor Steve Ranger said: "The silicon.com Tech Hotspots list shows that technology innovation is really a global industry. While Silicon Valley still claims top spot, competition from India and China will increasingly give it a run for its money."

The silicon.com Tech Hotspots special report profiles each of the 20 cities on the list and explains what makes them so important, and even offers handy information for the executive business traveller including details of local airports and ideas for where to eat.

Check out the special report, which you can find here. Find out more about each Tech Hotspot by using the interactive map at the top of the page, or the list on the right hand side.

If you don't agree with our ratings you can vote locations up and down yourself, using the buttons on each profile - or add your comments or business tips.

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