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New sustainability report reveals local solutions to global challenges

In a world facing growing environmental pressures and global uncertainty, small businesses across the UK are stepping up – proving that meaningful change often begins closer to home.

Germany needs a Federal Office for Entrepreneurship

German-born entrepreneur and investor Dr. David von Rosen is calling for the creation of a Federal Office for Entrepreneurship with one mandate: to make starting and scaling a business in Germany easier.

London launches first-in-kind Frontier Innovation Fellowship to grow UK’s next tech giant

London & Partners and the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology (FCAT) have announced the launch of the Frontier Innovation Fellowship, an accelerator set to grow the next frontier tech giant.

1 in 7 businesses lose day or more to cyber events

One in seven businesses have lost a day or more to a cyber event in the last 12 months, according to global research[1] for commercial insurer QBE, which also emphasises that a major share of cyber attacks stem from a supplier’s vulnerability.

Hustle Awards 2025 speaker announcement

The countdown to the 2025 Hustle Awards is on, and we’re super excited to announce our headline speaker… Stephanie Melodia!

Sir Keir Starmer and Jensen Huang kick off London Tech Week 2025
Sir Keir Starmer and Jensen Huang kick off London Tech Week 2025

London Tech Week has started, kicking off with some huge announcements. Sir Keir Starmer opened the show with his opening address, in which he announced a further £1 billion in funding to scale up national computing capacity by a factor of twenty. This is part of essential support to the UK’s ambition to lead in the global AI race, and what will make the UK an “AI maker, not an AI taker.”

Alzheimer’s Society helps ease pressure on NHS

An app that monitors changes in dementia symptoms and a device that keeps an eye on dehydration are a step closer to helping change the lives of people living with dementia, thanks to Alzheimer’s Society’s award-winning Accelerator programme.

JPMorganChase launches accelerator to support UK founders

One of the company’s initiatives is to work with founders and business leaders in financial services to accelerate their ability to have an impact.

CEOs demand AI as engineers push back in AI fatigue

As enterprise leaders race to integrate AI into every corner of their software stacks, software engineers are sounding the alarm with integration burden becoming a major source of frustration.

Applications open for global pitch event at Cambridge Tech Week

Cambridge Tech Week has officially opened applications for its headline pitch competition – with exciting new updates for 2025.

$1.2 trillion ecosystem but founders say scaling is the real challenge

The annual state of the nation report on UK tech from Tech Nation, part of Founders Forum Group and a UK growth platform and industry body for startups, finds that UK startup founders are raising bigger early-stage funding rounds than ever before and reaching unicorn status faster.

Meet the future of business travel: Business Travel Show Europe Innovation Faceoff Finalist presenters set to inspire

Get ready for a powerful display of creativity, technology, and purpose at this year’s Business Travel Show Europe Innovation Faceoff, where the most forward-thinking travel solution providers will take centre stage. Hosted at Excel London on 25–26 June 2025, this dynamic competition is a highlight of the show’s programme and a must-attend for anyone serious about the future of business travel management.

WombWise entrepreneur backed to develop women’s health app

An Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) student and emerging entrepreneur has secured funding to develop her women’s health app after winning a competitive pitching competition.

Itana signs MOU with Nigeria’s Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment

Itana, Africa’s first Digital Special Economic Zone, has signed a landmark memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Nigeria’s Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment to boost digital trade, create jobs, and attract global tech investment.

Most UK tech firms adopt AI as sector shows resilience amid global uncertainty

A new survey of 200 tech decision makers commissioned by CommsCo PR has revealed that the UK is embracing AI at speed, with a clear sense of its positive impact in the face of global uncertainty. These findings make for positive reading in advance of London Tech Week.

5 Practical Benefits of Customized Pens for Your Brand

Customized pens are small but mighty tools. They are easy to give away, useful every day, and quite budget-friendly. They give a solid boost to the visibility of your brand. So, whether you are launching a new business or looking to boost recognition for an established one, these small tools offer big marketing value. The best part is that pens stick around. On the other hand, flyers or digital ads that get tossed or ignored. So, if you are looking for an affordable, practical way to keep your brand in front of people, start with personalised pens. In this article, you will learn about their benefits.

Marc Randolph, co-founder of Netflix, stated at South Summit Madrid that “success doesn’t come from having a good idea, but from having a culture that allows you to fail.”

South Summit Madrid 2025, the leading global event for the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem, co-organized with IE University, featured a standout appearance on the afternoon of its second day by Marc Randolph, co-founder of Netflix.

Spain’s startup scene sees 38% surge

Spain is solidifying its position as one of Europe’s most vibrant startup ecosystems. According to the 2025 National Tech Companies Report by Ecosistema Startup, the country now has 8,580 active tech companies, a 22% increase from the previous year. Of these, 5,010 are startups, representing a sharp 38% year-on-year growth.

King Felipe VI Declares at the Opening of South Summit Madrid 2025: “Thanks to Entrepreneurs, Spain Is Becoming a Benchmark in Europe”

“Thanks to entrepreneurs, Spain is becoming a benchmark in Europe. We are the seventh country in venture capital investment and the fourth in number of operations: figures that reflect that we have created a dynamic ecosystem.” With these words, His Majesty King Felipe VI officially inaugurated South Summit Madrid 2025, the benchmark meeting for the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem worldwide, co-organised with IE University and which this year celebrates its 14th edition at La Nave in Madrid.

São Paulo to Host Global Congress on the Internet of Things Featuring National and International Leaders

iCities, Brazil’s pioneering smart cities hub, in partnership with Fira Barcelona, a global leader in organising major events, announces the next edition of the IoT Solutions Congress Brasil. This is the Brazilian version of the IoT Solutions World Congress, an annual international gathering of industry leaders, technology experts, and C-level professionals from across the globe.