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Work smart! AI virtual assistant hits UK market

Warsaw-based technology firm SmartyMeet announces its UK expansion with the debut of ‘Boe,’ an inventive AI chatbot hailed as your “best AI buddy,” designed to transform video meetings into productive work sessions.

Best practice for tech recruitment for in-house talent teams

Quality Engineering consultancy Roq has released a whitepaper called From Recruiting To Onboarding to share best practice for tech recruitment for in-house talent teams.

Small businesses taking protective measures to strengthen their businesses

With the threat of a recession this year significantly reduced, new research from Novuna Business Finance suggests a mixed picture of optimism and caution amongst small business owners’ plans for the next three months.

UK battery pack startup appoints Dr. Andy Palmer as Chairman

IONETIC, the UK startup specialising in electric vehicle (EV) battery pack technology, is further strengthening the expertise of its senior leadership team with the appointment of automotive executive, Dr. Andy Palmer, as its Chairman.  

Oil price surge could force central banks to hold interest rates higher for longer

Surging oil prices are likely to mean higher interest rates for longer as the price rally adds to inflationary pressures, warns the CEO of one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory, asset management and fintech organisations.

How to Know When Your Small Business is Ready for a Server

We work with businesses that are just getting started or just hitting a period of growth every day and one common frustration among passionate owners is servers: what they are when they are needed, and how to go about getting one. 

BREATHE – WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK

The Hustle Awards, Startups Magazine’s annual event that celebrates and recognises the achievements of entrepreneurs and startups, has announced that the deadline for submissions has been extended to midnight on the 7th of April.

Worried about VoIP security?
Worried about VoIP security?

Office architecture has been changing for three years. Meetings have become Zoom calls, a quick phone call is an email, and an email an instant message.

Government-backed report reveals ethnic minority discrimination still prevalent

A research-driven business toolkit, which seeks to increase opportunities for a more diverse workforce within the tech sector, has been unveiled by Colorintech at an exclusive event in London (30th March, 2023).

New study reveals top catalyst for employee exodus is others leaving

Data from Employment Hero’s Talent Insights Report shows a big risk of ‘turnover contagion’ in the UK workforce.

iwoca research reveals top 5 SME concerns in 2023

As Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced measures intended to lift the UK economy in the Spring Budget, data from iwoca highlights what small businesses were most worried about as they entered 2023.

Soft skills make all the difference: a third of programmers say problem-solving skills are their most important asset

Research from STX Next, Europe’s largest software development company specialising in the Python programming language, has found that 32% of programmers say an ability to think logically, critically and analytically is the key to becoming a great Python developer.

Investing in the startup stars of tomorrow

Investing in Britain’s most promising young businesses has become increasingly popular, resulting in record years for venture capital fundraising.

Meet the Manchester tech trailblazers forming Exchange’s latest cohort

Seventeen exciting and innovative startups are joining the fifth cohort of the Exchange programme with plans to scale, grow and raise funds over the next six months.

National Cyber Security Centre to help startups stay secure online

Cyber security experts have launched two flagship new services designed to help millions of UK small businesses stay secure online and protect their livelihoods. 

How to cultivate a mentally healthier workplace

Creating a mentally healthier workplace requires a proactive approach which addresses the root cause of mental health issues and provides specific support to struggling employees. In this article, we will discuss some actionable tips that employers can implement to cultivate a mentally healthier and happier workplace.

Snap poll shows 50% employers guilty of ‘wellbeing washing’

The term ‘worker wellbeing’ appears to be trending these days as more employers switch on to the fact their workforce is their greatest asset, especially in the current workers’ jobs market.

Soft skills make all the difference to programmers

Research from STX Next, Europe’s largest software development company specialising in the Python programming language, has found that 32% of programmers say an ability to think logically, critically and analytically is the key to becoming a great Python developer.

Colorintech and Meta launch new 100 worlds in 100 days initiative

Colorintech, a non-profit organisation that supports diversity and inclusion in the tech industry, has announced its largest UK metaverse programme today, ‘100 Worlds in 100 Days.’

HANNOVER MESSE an ideal showcase for Industrie 4.0

Industrie 4.0 and HANNOVER MESSE are closely intertwined. More than ten years ago, the term “Industrie 4.0” celebrated its premiere at the Hannover-based tradeshow. Since then, the topic has developed and evolved. But what’s next? Visitors to the show can find out – in Hannover, from 17 to 21 April.