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Proofworks unlocks digital transformation in the spirits industry

Proofworks has launched with a proprietary SaaS solution to digitalise the entire spirits supply chain, from production, maturation and bottling, to customer engagement and digital ownership.

Historic Opportunity to Scale Investment in European Tech, Strengthening Sovereignty and Competitiveness

Over the past several months, a group of independent experts collaborated to develop findings, opportunities, and recommendations aimed at enhancing Europe’s competitiveness and sovereignty.

Zoom’s Workvivo named preferred migration partner after Meta closes Workplace

Workvivo by Zoom has been named Meta’s exclusive preferred migration partner for customers as it phases out Workplace from Meta. Meta is phasing out Workplace, its business version of Facebook, as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline product offerings and concentrate on artificial intelligence and Metaverse technologies.

ABB Robotics launches global startup challenge to accelerate innovation in robotics and AI

ABB announced the launch of its 2024 Robotics AI Startup Challenge, a global competition aimed at accelerating the development of AI solutions in robotics.

Eight startups selected for Mega Green Accelerator to advance innovative climate solutions

Today (15th May 2024), PepsiCo, SABIC, AstroLabs and partners announced details of the eight startup companies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region that have been selected to participate in the Mega Green Accelerator. The selected participants have all submitted an innovative solution focused on either advancing the circular economy, transitioning to clean energy, or mitigating climate change through technologies to improve water use and agricultural processes. Timed to coincide with this year’s GPCA Plastics Conference, themed “Innovating for Sustainable Growth”, the selected startups also presented to industry leaders who are accelerating the development of a circular economy in the region.

Blockchain, the technology that is redefining banking to find more secure and autonomous systems

Banking and insurance companies are undergoing an unprecedented digital transformation process that is revolutionising customer experience, risk management practices and operational efficiency. In fact, just two years ago, banking in Spain was positioned as the most digitally mature in the world. Technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence or the Internet of Things are being implemented on the rise to democratise operations and advance in a new industry paradigm. In this regard, market reports reveal that 47% of banks worldwide are already planning to integrate AI in order to respond to the growing demands of their users in optimising processes.

Startups trained on how to become successful public speakers and media stars

UK startup leaders are being encouraged to take advantage of a new series of cost-effective training courses which will help them to become successful presenters and media performers.

8 Years of Record Growth: AstroLabs Launches Sector Guidebook on Saudi Tourism to Explore Untapped Opportunities

AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading business expansion platform, is pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive guidebook that shines a light on the thriving Saudi tourism industry and the Kingdom’s ascendancy as a global tourist destination.

PSNC and ORCA Computing Partner with NVIDIA on Hybrid Quantum-Classical Computing

ORCA Computing, a prominent quantum computing startup, and Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PSNC), a globally recognised research and development supercomputing centre, have announced a collaboration with NVIDIA.

Reed Global acquires Code Nation to tackle the rising tech skills gap

Reed Global – the family-run group of companies committed to improving lives through work – has acquired Code Nation, one of the UK’s fastest-growing independent digital and technical training providers.

Cloud continues to enable innovation in tough economic climate

New research from the Cloud Industry Forum (CIF) has found that 100% of organisations are now accessing Cloud-based services to meet their needs, with the most common motivation being its potential to offer greater flexibility of IT spend, and its ability to make them more agile as a business.

AI accelerator for the Innovate UK BridgeAI programme

As part of the Innovate UK BridgeAI programme, Digital Catapult has announced that seven companies from across the country will join its High Growth AI Accelerator for transport, to drive adoption of AI and machine learning (ML).

Economy has ‘turned a corner’ as UK emerges from recession

The UK economy has emerged from a recession fuelled by stronger-than-expected growth between January and March, according to official figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS).

44% of businesses prioritise digital accessibility, yet only 19% implement it effectively

Applause, a company in testing and digital quality, has released the findings from its third annual Accessibility and Inclusive Design Survey. The results indicate an increasing focus on digital accessibility and inclusive design within companies.

The 22nd everywoman Entrepreneur Awards Open for Nominations

The 2024 everywoman Entrepreneur Awards, in association with BGF, are open for nominations. Female entrepreneurs have until 3rd June 2024 to submit their entries to the UK’s longest-running recognition programme for women in business.

Most UK entrepreneurs leverage AI, blockchain and cloud computing to boost efficiency

More than half of UK business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs (56%) are expanding their focus beyond British shores, motivated by the growth potential and increased flexibility available in other global markets.

Sir Stelios calls for applications for the Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs

Leading disability charity Leonard Cheshire and Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, creator and owner of the easy family of brands including easyJet and Founder and President of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, are proud to launch the Stelios Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs in the UK 2024 now in its 16th year.

Report: opportunities for UK tech across Taiwan’s semiconductor sector

Huge opportunities for UK companies across the semiconductor industry in Taiwan are revealed in a new report, published as part of the UK-APAC Tech Growth Programme.

Artion raises €1.4M to address legally required inspections

The Belgian scaleup Artion announces that it has completed an investment round of €1.4 million.

Stratiphy leads £1M consortium for AI solutions in financial services

Stratiphy, an investment strategy builder technology firm that makes personalised investment solutions scalable, has announced the consortium it leads has been awarded a grant of £1 million from Innovate UK.