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TIS2023 to explore how AI is driving personalised, sustainable tourism

AI technologies are revolutionising the travel industry across all segments, from improving the customer experience and planning events to attracting and retaining tourists.

Pleo announces new product updates to bolster spend management capabilities

Pleo, one of Europe’s spend management platforms, has launched a slate of major new updates for its customers, which aims to provide businesses with a more comprehensive set of tools to help them effectively manage and optimise their spending and catalyse mid-market growth.

Startups Magazine at Tourism Innovation Summit

Startups Magazine is excited to announce that we will be attending the Tourism Innovation Summit (TIS) at the Fibes in Seville on the 18th-20th October! We will be conducting interviews, attending the different conference sessions, and learning all about new innovations within the tourism sector.

Walmart to Keynote CES 2024, Revealing Its Vision for Continued Retail Disruption

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced that Walmart CEO Doug McMillon will keynote at CES 2024. This opening-day keynote at the world’s most powerful tech event will explore the digital transformation spearheaded by Walmart, the world’s leading retailer.

Majid Al Futtaim Announces Winners of the Second Edition of its Launchpad Accelerator Programme

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, announced the winners of the second edition of its Launchpad Accelerator Programme in collaboration with AstroLabs, DIFC Launchpad, and Microsoft. Supporting the UAE’s vision to become the most entrepreneurial nation by 2031, Majid Al Futtaim welcomed seven startups to its ecosystem from the climate tech, homegrown brands, and retail tech sectors.

Lomar collaborates with Alicia Bots to implement Roverclean tech on vessels

In a development poised to redefine hull maintenance and maritime sustainability, Lomar has announced its collaboration with Alicia Bots Inc.

climate-tech startup raicoon secures €4 Million in Seed Funding

raicoon, a climate-tech company in autonomous solar operations, proudly announces a €4 Million seed funding round to tap into new markets, enhance its product offering and expand the team.

Terrafame initiates operation of Kelluu’s autonomous airships

Terrafame, a responsible battery chemicals producer for electric vehicles, has selected Finnish airship development company Kelluu to provide accurate and geo-referenced terrain data for continuous monitoring of its 60 km² industrial site in Finland.

Merantix AI Campus and Huckletree London brings AI leaders together

Huckletree’s Oxford Circus location is set to become London’s new AI hub. Beginning in October, Merantix AI Campus is teaming up with Huckletree to offer a series of events on the burgeoning topic of AI, bringing leaders in the field together for conversation and friendly debate at the “Huckletree x Merantix AI Campus Pop-Up.”

Virgin Media O2 supports British businesses recycle 12M unused mobile phones

As new figures reveal UK businesses are holding onto almost 12 million unused mobile phones and tablets, Virgin Media O2 is boosting its O2 Recycle initiative, making it easier for companies to sustainably dispose of their unwanted devices.

Burning Heroes Africa Product Manager’s contest now live

The Burning Heroes Founders Association is excited to announce the 2023 Burning Heroes Product Managers Contest: Africa Edition, following the success of the inaugural global PM contest held in Winter 2023.

Burning Heroes Association Goes Offline with Live Pitch Sessions

The Burning Heroes Founders Association is launching its inaugural series of offline pitch sessions worldwide, designed to establish direct connections between the most promising startups and top global VCs. The first competition will be held in Tbilisi renowned for its thriving startup ecosystem.

Experiences such as comedy will always be human: Dara Ó Briain and Hannah Fry explore the power of people in the age of machines at DTX + UCX Europe 2023

As our world becomes increasingly digitised. humans will always bring their own unique, unreplicated experiences – according to keynote speakers at Europe’s biggest digital transformation show. 

WOLF Qanawat launches AI virtual assistant Yasmine to enhance Arab-speaking user experience

WOLF Qanawat, the British audio entertainment communities app, has launched its first customised AI Virtual Assistant, named Yasmine. The development marks a significant milestone for the UK-based startup, which has rapidly grown into one of the largest online communities for the Arabic-speaking market.

Silico Partners with mindzie to Revolutionise Business Process Improvement

Silico, the leading Business Process Simulation platform, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with mindzie, a prominent North American-based leader in AI-Driven business process mining and automation.

‘No excuses – try harder’: Martha Lane Fox and lineup at DTX + UCX Europe challenges tech leaders to double-down on diversity and sustainability

Baroness Martha Lane Fox has launched a rallying cry for the tech world to invest in diversity as organisations have “no excuses” not to improve representation in the sector.

Amsterdam Gears Up for Workspace Design Show from 11 to 12 October: A Sneak Peek at Upcoming Workplace Design Conversations

Workspace Design Show, a premier event dedicated to the future of workspaces, is taking place in less than a week from Wednesday 11 October to Thursday 12 October 2023, at the RAI Amsterdam. This two-day event promises to bring together industry leaders, experts, and innovators to explore the latest trends, insights, and strategies in workplace design and management. Here is a deep dive into the agenda that will be explored in detail at the conference stages next week. All of the panel discussions are free-to-attend; register here for a complimentary visitor pass.

South Summit launches ‘Deep Dive’, the podcast to listen, learn and reflect with the leading voices of innovation and entrepreneurship

South Summit, the leading meeting of the global ecosystem of entrepreneurship and innovation, has premiered today the podcast ‘Deep Dive’, a series of conversations with international leaders and speakers participating in the different editions of South Summit to listen, learn and reflect on the trends and opportunities that condition the entrepreneurial and innovative ecosystem.  

Global mobility isn’t a workplace perk, it’s a critical enabler of growth

A new report from Localyze has revealed significant positive impact that enabling employee mobility across borders is having on business growth and productivity.

Hotel executives to explore the future of hospitality at TIS2023

The hotel sector is making steady progress, leaving behind a season of uncertainty marked by a turbulent economic situation. In 2023, the industry is committed to transformation and is supported by its good business prospects. According to a report by Statista and Booking, 65% of Spanish hoteliers foresee record revenues at the end of 2023.