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This is the moment the MENA region has been waiting for. On 26th November 2025 at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai will host the region’s most influential sustainability and clean energy event – CARE MENA, the Climate Action, Renewable Energy & Sustainability Forum, accredited by CPD and organised by Trescon.
Smart tech company, Tewke, has announced TewkeAI, its first foray into voice-controlled home assistance. Tewke was invited by Google to present this week at Slush in Helsinki as the accelerator programme they were part of comes to a close.
Bloxx has announced the global launch of its home equity subscription platform on the centre stage of Web Summit. The platform introduces a revolutionary new route to homeownership, allowing individuals to build equity from day one without taking a mortgage.
Deeptech and life sciences startups that have spun out of Europe’s universities have a combined value of $398 billion and an increasingly influential position in the region’s technology ecosystem, according to a major new report.
Europe stands at a crossroads. There’s never been a better time to be a tech founder here: the continent has the talent, ambition, and ideas to lead. Yet Europe still hasn’t realised its full potential on the global stage. That’s why Atomico’s eleventh State of European Tech report sets out a bold roadmap for action, and a rallying call to power Europe’s first trillion-euro tech company.
In 2024, Black Friday was forecasted to boost the UK economy with £7.1 billion in sales. And with three in five adults predicted to be heading to the shops for the Black Friday weekend in 2025 – that’s 31.9 million potential customers for UK SMBs.
A new report from reputation management consultancy Infinite reveals that UK media are up to five times more likely to frame tech unicorns through the lens of failure compared to their US counterparts – a trend that reflects, and may be contributing to, the UK’s struggle to support startups in scaling.
Alibaba.com has named 15-year-old Harrison Nott as its Grand Winner of CoCreate Pitch – the product-driven startup competition – for his small business, CoolTowel.
Irish advertising technology innovator, Buymedia, has officially launched its UK operations in Manchester with the backing of Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham. The announcement marks a significant milestone in Buymedia’s international expansion and underscores Manchester’s growing reputation as a hub for digital innovation.
A new study by Markel Direct has revealed which UK universities are producing the most business founders and where student-led startups are booming.
UNiDAYS has teamed up with Student Venture and Canopy Community, to launch a nationwide Student Startup Accelerator programme, designed to discover and accelerate the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Kilo Health, the global health and wellness company, has rebranded to Kilo, to reflect the company’s expansion into new business opportunities in longevity, anti-ageing, beauty, and personal development. This change also demonstrates Kilo’s growing focus on co-founding, venture building, and early-stage startup investments.
Digital workplace solutions and managed services company Espria returns in December with another Optimise IT exhibition, leading the discussion on how IT solutions can best work together to provide the ultimate support for businesses and end-user experience.
Hydrohertz launches a battery cooling technology which not only delivers a step change in EV fast-charging times, but also significant improvements in battery range, life, and safety.
Finance leaders across the UK remain bullish about their own business prospects for the year ahead, but deep concerns persist around government policy, global uncertainty and the pace of technological change.
Michael Page has released its ‘2026 Salary Guides’, offering insight into key trends in the UK technology hiring market, highlighting the most in-demand roles and skills, and examining the priorities technology professionals are seeking in their next positions.
The second edition of Workspace Design Show Amsterdam returned to RAI on 5th – 6th November 2025, bringing together Europe’s workplace design community for two vibrant days of ideas, inspiration and meaningful connections.
On 26th – 27th November 2025, Madinat Jumeirah will host DATE – a Digitisation, AI & Emerging Technology Summit, where technology meets investment and deals take shape. An initiative by Trescon, D DATE will bring together government leaders, global innovators, investors, and technology visionaries to explore how emerging technologies – powered by cloud, hybrid, and hyper-converged infrastructure – are shaping industries and translating innovation into tangible business outcomes.
A movement is transforming the way Britain does business, with the “1% mindset” taking root in small to medium business enterprises throughout the UK. New research from Adobe, in collaboration with Steven Bartlett, found that more than 90% of UK SMB owners and directors who know the term, say the “1% mindset” can make a positive impact on both business output (91%) and business profits (91%).
Two essential Startup Masterclasses are now open for registration, designed specifically for founders and business owners navigating complex innovation, IP, and immigration requirements. Each event offers highly practical insights from experienced experts to help you protect your innovation, strengthen your funding eligibility, and secure your long-term UK status.
