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UNICORN startup competition: Unveiling Results and winners

Sigma Software Group announced the results of the UNICORN Startup Competition for startups from Ukraine and the EU. The first place and a cash prize of $3000 went to if.team, a comprehensive service for project cost management.

iGrafx Partners with Wassching to Drive Process Excellence in the Netherlands

iGrafx, a provider of process intelligence and process management software, has announced its strategic partnership with Wassching, a consultancy firm from the Netherlands specialising in sustainable process excellence and Business Process Management.

Was enough done at Bletchley Park? UK businesses call for increased AI investment

Just over two-fifths (43%) of businesses that responded to a recent Zoho survey have urged the Government to boost funding for businesses developing AI technologies, to foster innovation, as the UK strives to become a global AI leader.

Eye-catching LED Display to Transform Fira de Barcelona Gran Via’s South Access for ISE 2024

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) is preparing to unveil an innovative Welcome Screen at the South Access of Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via venue for its landmark 20th edition, scheduled for 30 January – 2 February 2024.

The Business Show 2024!

The world’s largest business show expands into Miami on the 6th & 7th of March 2024. It takes place at The Miami Beach Convention Center with co-located shows Going Global Live, Working From Home Live, and The Retrain Expo. This edition of The Business Show will host an audience of 15,000 SMEs and startups, providing all the help and guidance you need to start or grow your business.

ABB accelerating creation of circular innovations through startup challenge

ABB’s commitment to fostering a low-carbon society and preserving natural resources is evident in its 2023 ABB Accelerating Circularity Challenge.

Less than a tenth of UK deeptech companies are female founded

First ever report on the state of the national deeptech ecosystem from the Royal Academy of Engineering shows that UK deeptech is dominated by men.

Support launches for digital and quantum computing startups

Two business support programmes dedicated to digital and quantum computing startups in the UK, have launched with a first call for participants.

UK Small Businesses See £10K Cost Increase Year-on-Year

Liberis, a specialist in embedded business finance solutions, has disclosed that UK small businesses (SMEs) are facing costs £10,000 higher than last year during the same period.

Fourfive leverages WeWork to scale wellness business

WeWork, the global flexible space provider, today announced that fourfive, a wellness brand specialising in CBD and premium vitamin supplements, is leveraging WeWork All Access to provide its growing workforce with access to over 50 WeWork locations across the UK and 700+ globally, as the company prioritises well-designed and scalable workspace that caters to its ambitions for fast expansion.

ISE commemorates two decades of pro AV and systems integration excellence

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the global exhibition for professional audiovisual (pro AV) and systems integration, is excited to celebrate its 20th anniversary with the 2024 edition of the show.

Humane Selects Optiva BSS for Launch of New Ai Pin

Humane, a company at the forefront of innovative user experiences, has recently unveiled Ai Pin and chosen Optiva’s comprehensive BSS solution to enhance billing, network integration, and value-added services for its users.

BGF attains B Corp certification

BGF, one of the largest and most experienced growth capital investors in the UK and Ireland, has become a certified UK B Corporation (B Corp).

Sleepwave developer granted patent for motion-sensing tech

Reviva Softworks, the developer of tracking and smart alarm app, Sleepwave, has been granted a UK patent for its novel technology that enhances the detection of movements by a phone using inaudible sound waves.

MIDƐM+ reveals startup battles finalists from 17 countries

MIDƐM+ makes an anticipated return to Cannes, France from 24—27 January 2024 and ahead of the main event the final details of the MIDƐM+ Startup Battles can be revealed.

About:Energy forges technology licensing agreement to advance battery modelling

About:Energy, a player in battery development software, has announced a technology licensing agreement with the University of Portsmouth and the University of Southampton. This partnership is set to advance battery modelling and expedite electrification in the automotive and energy storage sectors.

PowerUP Energy unveils hydrogen energy solution

PowerUP Energy Technologies, formerly specialising in portable hydrogen fuel cell generators, announces a strategic pivot to offer a hybrid solution to its clients.

Return announces second €100M growth equity investment

Return, the Dutch renewable energy project development investor, has announced that they have closed a €100 million investment earmarked for expanding its solar and utility-scale storage pipeline and portfolio.

CorrActions raises $7.25M to prevent accidents through AI-based brain activity monitoring

CorrActions, an Israeli startup specialising in AI-driven driver safety, recently concluded a highly successful Series A funding round, securing $7.25 million.

How SMEs can benefit from used industrial robots

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly recognising the advantages of industrial robots, focusing on user-friendliness and cost as primary selection criteria.