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Skyports secures investment from Singapore heavyweight

ST Engineering and Skyports have been working closely on a range of projects since 2021, including reservoir inspection operations and beyond visual line of sight ship-to-shore parcel deliveries.

Think outside the chatbot box: 88% of over 65s feel ‘shut out’ by online brands

Twilio, the customer engagement platform, has released research that uncovers how older consumers are being left behind when businesses digitise their customer facing operations.

Further investment in digital transformation of UK’s legal sector

The digital transformation of the UK’s legal sector is to be backed by a significant uplift in government funding – keeping it at the global forefront of innovation.

James Kearns, MD of T.M Lewin discusses leading the iconic British brand to renewed success

Iconic British menswear brand, T.M. Lewin, is ‘Back to Business’ following its official online relaunch which was announced just six weeks after the heritage brand secured a rescue deal with T.M. Lewin Shirtmaker Limited.

iDenfy announces its cyber insurance by landing a contract with Lloyds

iDenfy has announced a collaboration with Lloyd’s, the leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace. iDenfy selected the Technology Errors and Omissions Coverage insurance as well as the Cyber protection package to meet the highest security standards.

Cambridge AI liquid sensor business welcomes Governor of Queensland

InferSens is honoured to have welcomed Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, Governor of Queensland to its new headquarters at the St John’s Innovation Centre in Cambridge, UK.

Squarespace launches Fluid Engine, a next-gen website design system

Squarespace, the all-in-one website building and ecommerce platform, has announced the launch of Fluid Engine, a next-gen website design system that reimagines drag-and-drop technology for a truly customizable, fast, and easy website design experience for desktop and mobile. 

SMEs face tough decisions on which subscription services to keep as they prepare for cost of living bite

Research from Barclaycard Payments – which processes £1 in every £3 spent on credit and debit cards in the UK – has found that cost of living increases are set to impact B2B subscriptions as nearly half (49%) are considering reducing the number of services they subscribe to, as they tackle rising costs.

Four Small Business Ideas for Active Retirees

After decades spent in employment, retirement can seem at once wonderful and daunting. The prospect of no longer working leaves many feeling rudderless and apprehensive about how they will fill their days, causing a case of cold feet even in those who have looked forward to a life of relaxation away from responsibility for years.

Standup if you want to Startup

Startup2Standup was founded by experienced entrepreneurs. All of them remembered the struggles of being a start-up founder, of being alone, without advice, money, and recognition. They decided to put this right, convinced that a community of start-up founders and new business owners could help each other and shorten the path to success.

SALT is ready to hit the ground running

Emanating an inexorable flow of entrepreneurial spirit, Joe Dalton the CEO of marine finance start-up SALT is someone to watch.

Flexibility will be key to keeping your next cohort of colleagues happy

Watch out — Gen Z is about to take over the office. Born between 1997 and 2012, the new generation of employees is entering the workforce. And they’re causing quite a stir.

Builder.ai data reveals over 20 million can’t live without social media

The average Brit uses just 10 of the 17 apps on their phone according to new research from Builder.ai. Yet, over a third (35%) claim that they couldn’t live without using social media apps such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

Signs indicating a phishing attack on your business

According to recent studies, four out of 10 UK businesses reported suffering a cybersecurity breach in 2021, and the average (mean) cost of each attack is estimated at £13,400. With these stats in mind, Gildas Jones, Founder of Dial A Geek, discusses the most common cybersecurity threats to businesses, as well as highlighting the scams that are rising in prevalence.

5 entrepreneurs reveal the books that shaped their lives

Reading has long been touted as a major inspiration for high profile business leaders and entrepreneurs, with Bill Gates, Elon Musk and Warren Buffet among those to highlight the benefits.

Start Up Loans Passes £90m Funding Milestone in South East England

Start Up Loans, part of the British Business Bank announces that the programme has delivered over 9,000 loans worth £90 million to startups in the South East of England. The figures point to the spirit of entrepreneurship in the region, with the average loan being just over £10,000.

Health and wellbeing support needs to adapt for the 45% now hybrid working

Research revealed today by Towergate Health & Protection shows that on average 45% of employees are now working on a hybrid basis, splitting their time between working from home and their usual place of work.

Small Business Saturday announces UK tour to celebrate decade milestone

The nation’s most loved independents have a chance to be put on the map, as the Small Business Saturday campaign announces plans to mark its ten-year anniversary with a special celebratory roadshow.

25% of freelancers wait 3 times longer than full time staff to get paid

Contract work may be on the rise following the COVID pandemic, but freelancers are still having to wait three times longer to get paid than full time staff as firms struggle with both cashflow and payroll issues, research shows.

Sage Intacct Manufacturing launches in the UK

Sage has launched Sage Intacct Manufacturing in the UK as part of an Early Adopter programme.