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NASA will award funding to more than 200 small business teams to develop new technologies designed to protect the health of astronauts, lower risk of collision damage to spacecraft, and more. The new awards from NASA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program invests in a diverse portfolio of American small businesses and research institutions to support NASA’s future missions.

Surgeons must look beyond the operating theatre and tackle three major challenges with the most potential to reduce major causes of death and improve access to surgical care, according to an international group of experts.

Employee share schemes give businesses a way to share company ownership with their employees.

EcoSend, the first ever provider of environmentally conscious email marketing solutions, has launched a partnership with Treeapp, a B Corp organisation dedicated to restoring forests and ecosystems.

Solar Monkey is launching its award-winning software in the UK, with a mission to boost productivity for solar installers while accelerating the energy transition.

The nationwide search for the UK’s 100 most inspirational small businesses has kicked off as part of exciting plans to celebrate this year’s Small Business Saturday UK.

Online fraud and financial crime prevention platform, SEON has released its latest ‘Global Banking Fraud Index’, which analyses the cost of fraud to banks and other financial institutions around the world in 2023.

IQ Capital, a London-based deep tech venture capital firm, announces the final close of its fourth Venture Fund at $200 million (Fund IV), taking its assets under management to more than $1 billion.

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the power of artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the way businesses approach marketing. Loop Digital, a UK-based digital marketing agency, explores the profound impacts of AI on the industry and how businesses can leverage this technology to drive unprecedented success.

Startups across the UK are facing an uphill struggle in the current economic climate. Global VC inflows were down 44%-54% in Q1 2023 year on year. On top of this, the pressure (and inclination) for SMEs is no longer simply to survive, but also to operate within the realms of environmental responsibility, with research suggesting that 50% of SMEs intend to invest in sustainability in 2023.

British fintech payments company PayFuture is announcing it has been granted an agent Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence by UK regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). With this licence, PayFuture is poised to deliver a comprehensive suite of localised payment products and methods, designed to offer convenience and efficiency in an increasingly digital world. The company’s advanced technology platform, combined with its deep understanding of online merchant’s needs, will enable businesses to access untapped markets effortlessly.

Online fraud and financial crime prevention platform, SEON has released its latest ‘Global Banking Fraud Index’, which analyses the cost of fraud to banks and other financial institutions around the world in 2023.

Tracxn, a global SaaS-based market intelligence platform, has released its Tracxn Feed Report – Environment Tech.

Startups Magazine and The Hustle Awards are delighted to announce Maisie Adam as the host of the Hustle Awards taking place on 20th July at Steelyard, London.

Brand new inclusive dating app Bonkers has launched, putting the fun back into dating and the safety of its users – both on and off the app – at the heart of its mission.

Identity Digital helps pave the way for LGBTQ+ businesses to succeed with new web addresses. As the LGBTQ+ community celebrates Pride Month, it is an opportune time to showcase how these web addresses can enhance branding, visibility, and connectivity in the digital landscape.

Vizibl has launched its first edition of Vizibl Quick Insights, culminating in a new report: Procurement’s Decarbonisation Readiness Report. This report polls the procurement industry, asking vital questions about how prepared enterprises are to work with suppliers in reducing scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions.

vidby, a Swiss startup for AI-powered translation and dubbing, urges colleagues to direct their efforts on creating a code of ethical use of advanced artificial intelligence technologies in translations. 

Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced digital technology, is collaborating with NVIDIA to fast-track the development of cutting-edge tools and technology to enable next-generation content and experiences