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Zally and SoSquared flip the script for founders and investors to unite

Zally, the Manchester-based trailblazer in continuous user authentication, has joined forces with SoSquared, one of the UK’s top influencer marketing platforms to host FLIP MCR on the 25th of January at Peak’s headquarters in Manchester.

Provizio unveils VizioPrime 6K radar at CES 2024

Provizio, the specialist vehicle perception company, has announced the launch of its newest product, VizioPrime 6K, at this year’s CES event in Las Vegas.

eCom Business Live: unleashing the future of e-commerce in london

The e-commerce revolution is about to hit London with full force as eCom Business Live gears up for an unforgettable two-day experience at the ExCeL London on the 27th and 28th of February.

Encouraging Londoners back to the office in the New Year

Forest, the sustainable shared e-bike service, and Stubble & Co, a lifestyle brand in the UK, have announced a digital marketing collaboration.

The Consumer Technology Association Announces CES 2024 Innovation Awards honours

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced its CES 2024 Innovation Awards honours – including 36 products recognised as the year’s ‘Best of Innovation.’ The CES Innovation Awards is an annual competition honouring outstanding design and engineering in consumer technology products across 29 product categories. The programme was ALL ON for CES 2024, receiving more than 3000 submissions, a record high, and a 40% increase over CES 2023.

WePower’s energy harvesting generators at CES 2024

WePower Technologies, a pioneer in wireless and batteryless kinetic energy harvesting solutions, announces the debut of three production-ready energy harvesting generator (EHG) prototypes which the company will demo live at CES 2024, as well as an enhanced production-ready version of their G200 EHG within a water sensor.

Manchester fintech Ryft Secures Innovate UK Grant

Ryft, a PSD2 compliant payments provider, announces that it has obtained a grant from Innovate UK under the ‘Innovation within Professional and Financial Services’ tender.

Virgin Media O2 offers savings for small business customers this January

In January, Virgin Media O2 is offering significant discounts on mobile and broadband products for its small business clientele.

How business leaders can achieve a net zero workplace

Reducing environmental impact means investing in the right technology, adopting effective initiatives, and ensuring employees are invested in the process.

Website design trends for 2024

For those who are looking to ensure that their businesses are staying ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of web design, Squarespace has summarised the top three design trends to watch out for in 2024.

eSync: golden thread in software-defined vehicles at CES 2024

More than 10 automakers, Tier-1 suppliers, and software defined vehicle developers will showcase eSync technology at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) from 9–12 January in Las Vegas.

UK fintech companies see funding drop

The Tracxn Geo Annual Report: UK Fintech 2023, based on Tracxn’s extensive database, provides a round-up of funding and other major developments in the UK fintech space in 2023.

2 in 5 UK businesses struggle with inflation concerns

A recent Zoho Digital Health Study* has revealed that almost two in five (39%) UK businesses surveyed have cited high inflation as a top concern beyond their control, as they attempt to recover from recent turbulence including rising costs, rampant inflation, disrupted supply chains, and the great resignation.

MSPs can support SMEs with the right AI infrastructure

As we move into the new year, it’s vital for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to stay attuned to the top priorities of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) to maintain their interest.

Workspace Design Show reveals speaker programme

The speaker programme at Workspace Design Show (27-28th February 2024, Business Design Centre, London) has been an integral part since the event’s inception in 2021 and this year is no exception with over 120 speakers featuring across four key elements of discourse.

Glasgow aims to be leading IoT startup hub

Glasgow is aiming to become the largest Internet of Things (IoT) innovation hub in Europe following the launch of a £2.5 million public-private sector partnership.

Business Companion: a reliable voice in the misinformation age

Business Companion offers a comprehensive and reliable source of guidance, applicable to any sector, entirely free of charge.

Let’s Do Business Group Secures Start Up September Trademark

Let’s Do Business Group has acquired the trademark for its campaign, ‘Start Up September’. Celebrating four years of month-long campaigns tailored to budding entrepreneurs, this acquisition is a significant achievement, cementing the company’s dedication to nurturing startups and supporting economic growth in the South East and East of England.

Forest adds Pensioners to ‘Friends of the Forest’ e-bike scheme
Forest adds Pensioners to ‘Friends of the Forest’ e-bike scheme

Forest, one of London’s most cost-effective shared e-bike providers, is broadening its ‘Friends of the Forest’ discount programme to encompass individuals aged 60 and above.

Anglo Scottish Asset Finance Completes Management Buyout

Anglo Scottish Asset Finance, based in Durham has shared the news of its recently completed management buyout (MBO), marking a significant step in regaining control of the business.