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Skye and Kuva Space to enhance inland and coastal water quality monitoring

Finnish hyperspectral satellite and AI-powered insights company Kuva Space is launching a pilot with the Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) to test the use of hyperspectral satellite data and AI-driven insights in improving the monitoring and identification of algae blooms in Finland’s lakes and coastal waters.

Fincantieri expands its Innovation Network

As part of the open innovation strategy launched last year, Fincantieri announces the opening of its Innovation Antenna in South Korea, supported operationally by Mind the Bridge. The initiative marks a key milestone in Fincantieri’s open innovation strategy and reinforces the Group’s commitment to international collaboration on advanced maritime technologies. 

UK workers are ‘holiday hoarding and it’s making them sick

New research reveals that millions of UK workers are ‘holiday hoarders’, and it could be making them sick.

Navigate EU Carbon Border Rules with this new CBAM guide

Companies trading with the European Union can now access Tunley Environmental’s new CBAM Guide, developed to help organisations understand and respond to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulation.

85% of startup tech roles now require AI fluency

AI fluency is now a standard requirement in technical roles, according to developer hiring platform Yotewo. The company reports that 85% of full stack and backend job briefs submitted to its platform over the past six months included a specific request for AI-related skills, such as prompt engineering, OpenAI API integration, or proficiency with tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, or Claude.

Tariff turbulence costs SMEs thousands prompts rethink of trade ties

UK small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) are being significantly impacted by the upending of the global trading environment, propelled by the US administration’s tariff policies, according to new research from independent funder Bibby Financial Services (BFS).

Gen Z is ready for AI in the workplace, but don’t trust the hype

Gen Z workers are eager to bring AI into the workplace, but they’re not blindly buying into the buzz, according to a new survey from UKG which shows younger employees are leading the AI learning curve but are also questioning whether their employers truly understand the technology.

Tech employers prioritise job-ready grads, elite unis lose hiring edge

Tech employers are placing less weight on university prestige and greater emphasis on practical skills and workplace readiness when hiring graduates, according to new research highlighting a major shift in tech hiring priorities across the UK.

New ‘Maple Review’ will dismantle economic barriers to entrepreneurship
New ‘Maple Review’ will dismantle economic barriers to entrepreneurship

A new independent review to identify and dismantle the barriers to entrepreneurship caused by economic deprivation has been launched.

Europe must streamline regulations to further innovation

At the Latitude59 technology conference held last month in Tallinn, deeptech experts discussed developments in the field, emphasising that Europe needs not only the freedom to test innovation but also stronger cooperation with corporations.

New venture aims to help propel growth for startups

An initiative designed to help propel growth for startups and protect their ideas has been launched by law firm Myers & Co and intellectual property specialist Pure Ideas.

Innovation, investment & insights in action at Blue Earth Forum 2025

This year, at the heart of London Climate Action Week, Blue Earth Forum, the official Innovation Hub of LCAW 2025 soared to even greater heights.

Culture Is Strategy: The Conference Redefining Inclusive Leadership for Modern Teams

From psychological safety to AI bias, The Diversity & Inclusion Conference arms founders with actionable insights to build future-ready, values-led teams that outperform and endure.

Sleek Events on UK’s fastest-growing companies list

Founded in 2013 by Jennifer Davidson from her bedroom and without external investment, the business was built on the belief and drive to build something different. Since then, Sleek has grown into a global force, delivering some of the biggest events and experiences in the world from their London headquarters.

Billions of hours wasted on UK admin, says Dropbox

New research from Dropbox, in partnership with YouGov, reveals a surprising reality: UK office workers could be spending an estimated 11.3 billion hours a year on administrative tasks like emails and scheduling.

SMEs demand more government support as pressures mount

Ahead of the government’s small business review expected this summer, new research reveals that nearly three in five SMEs (58%) feel their concerns are overlooked by politicians, despite the recent manifesto pledge to support small business owners.

Alibaba.com launches global ‘CoCreate Pitch’ open to UK SMEs

Alibaba.com announces the launch of CoCreate Pitch – a new competition for UK and European SMEs to realise their ambitious product dreams and compete for a prize pool worth nearly £750,000.

Inbolt goes global as it expands into the US and Japan

Inbolt announces its expansion into the US and Japan as it plans to replicate the successful footprint it has built in the European market, where it is powering computer vision-aided robots at major manufacturers including Stellantis, Renault, VW, Ford, and Beko. 

77% of companies using AI fail to govern client data

New research commissioned by the secure legal AI provider LEGALFLY has revealed widespread enthusiasm for AI adoption across organisations, but a significant governance gap, as 77% of firms using AI with client data lack a fully developed AI policy.

NaviSavi’s CEO takes the stage with travel leaders

Sally Bunnell, Founder and CEO of NaviSavi, the B2B2C travel platform dedicated to User Generated Content (UGC) short videos, will take the stage at the TravelTech Show in London on June 26th.