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Bridgio and Infineon launch pre-acceleration programme to boost European industrial startups

Fuelled by technological advancements, the smart manufacturing sector, or Industry 4.0, is experiencing a remarkable annual growth rate of 16.3%, with projections reaching $279.75 billion by 2028.

Lineage Launches Global Food Chain Innovation Challenge to Tackle Food Waste

Lineage, a global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, has launched the Food Chain Innovation Challenge, a pioneering global competition aimed at combating food waste, especially postharvest losses. This initiative invites students and startups to present innovative solutions addressing one of the world’s critical issues: food waste reduction.

Anaerobic digestion startup SEaB Energy to collaborate with Shimizu Corporation

SEaB Energy, the innovator behind an anaerobic digestion system that generates energy from organic waste, has secured a partnership opportunity with Shimizu Corporation, one of Japan’s civil engineering, construction, and architecture firms. SEaB Energy representatives have been invited to Shimizu’s NOVARE innovation facility in Singapore to discuss collaboration possibilities.

Surface Technology International Secures £11.3M Lending Facility from Cynergy Business Finance

Surface Technology International Limited (STI), a contract electronics manufacturer located in Hampshire and Cheshire, secured an £11.3 million asset-based lending facility from Cynergy Business Finance (CBF).

DMWF Global 2024 records a fantastic 150% growth rate in event attendees

The Digital Marketing World Forum (DMWF) has unveiled that their 2024 Global edition sustained a fantastic 150% growth rate in attendance across the board.

Robin AI appoints Carina Negreanu as Vice President of AI

Robin AI, the legal AI assistant startup, has appointed Carina Negreanu, PhD, as Vice President of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Carina joined from Microsoft, where she held the position of Principal Research Manager.

Cemex Ventures invests in the digitalisation of construction

Cemex Ventures, the corporate venture capital and open innovation unit of Cemex, the Mexican multinational building materials company, is doubling down on its commitment to digitalise construction and improve industry efficiency through a follow-on investment in the Chile and UK based startup ObraLink.

Midlands manufacturers to future-proof with regional AI integration programme

Led by AND Digital and TechWM with support from SF Technology, Browne Jacobson, Technology Supply Chain, and Oxford Innovation Advice, this week saw the kick-off event for the innovative AI Adoption Acceleration Programme.

Malverde launches to transform financial crime prevention

Malverde, a London-based company dedicated to combating fraud and financial crime, officially launched in June.

European impact demo day sparks mental health discussions

ULTRA.VC, an EU-based impact accelerator and early-stage investor, released the second cohort of purpose-driven startups at the Demo Day, held in Warsaw on June 27.

Project Brains Wins Innovate UK Smart Grant for Responsible AI

Project Brains, a Future of Work startup, has proudly announced its receipt of the prestigious Innovate UK Smart Grant for its AI-powered B2B platform, ‘ProdigyPB’. This award represents a significant milestone for the company, addressing the critical skills shortage faced by UK businesses, particularly startups, scaleups, and SMEs.

Female Foundry Partners with Google for Startups Cloud Program to Empower Female Entrepreneurs

Female Foundry has announced a partnership with the Google for Startups Cloud Program. This partnership will provide eight innovative female-founded companies going through a six-week Visionaries AI Programme access to a breadth of Google resources designed for early-stage startup founders, including its latest innovations in AI.

Taxfix Group acquires TaxScouts and enters UK market

Taxfix Group, a European financial platform for digital tax filing, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire TaxScouts, a company working in accountant-assisted digital tax filing.

Revyve debuts egg replacer ingredient for plant-based burgers

Revyve, a foodTech startup, has innovated a solution to eliminate animal-derived texturisers and additives from burgers while maintaining a meaty bite.

Nyobolt EV Prototype Sets Benchmark for Ultra-Fast Charging and Efficiency

Nyobolt has advanced its high-power density, fast-charging battery technology from the lab to practical application with the debut of its first operational EV prototype.

A look at The Hustle Awards judging day 2024

The 16th May saw our prestigious group of judges come together for The Hustle Awards judging day 2024, sponsored by Anglia Unicorn. Taking place at MYO in London Victoria, the judges vast and diverse array of knowledge and expertise equated in a fantastic day.

8 in 10 British businesses recognise the strategic value of data governance

New research from Experian has revealed British businesses recognise the critical role effective data governance plays in today’s modern economy but cite inherent obstacles in putting these practices into action.

Wayve Launches PRISM-1 for Enhanced Autonomous Driving Simulation

Wayve, a startup pioneering Embodied AI for self-driving technologies, has introduced PRISM-1, an innovative 4D reconstruction model that enhances the testing and training of its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving technology.

Techspace and Capreon Partner on New Flagship Site in Clerkenwell

Techspace, a provider of flexible workspaces tailored for the tech industry, is launching a new location in Clerkenwell, London, following a major acquisition by Capreon. This new site will accommodate 900 desks and over 1,000 new members.

DeepL Expands Globally, Introducing Language AI to 165 New Markets

DeepL has unveiled the global launch of its business translation solution, DeepL Pro, expanding to 165 new markets across APAC, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Antarctic regions and territories.