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CSEM opens Switzlerand’s first dry room to accelerate next-gen battery innovation

CSEM, the Swiss technology innovation centre, has launched the country’s first dry room as part of its Battery Innovation Hub (BIH). This facility – unparalleled among Swiss research institutions and universities – is set to become operational in in September 2025 and will be instrumental in advancing next-generation battery technologies toward industrial production.

Uppbeat launches new motion graphics library to become one-stop shop for creators

Uppbeat has announced the global launch of its new motion graphics library, expanding the platform’s existing asset offering beyond copyright-free music and sound effects.

UK SMEs prioritise trendy, high-quality products as direct sourcing takes centre stage

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK are set to make major changes to their product sourcing strategies this year, according to new data from Alibaba.com, a platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce.

Tech Summit Europe 2025 Set to Unite Global Innovators

Tech Summit Europe 2025 returns on 3 April 2025, bringing together the brightest minds from across the globe to explore the future of technology. The event will take place at RAI, Amsterdam and promises groundbreaking insights into AI, Web3, fintech, and emerging tech trends shaping the next decade.

Poor quality performance data hindering SME sale and refinancing ambitions

Economic challenges have prompted an increase in the number of UK SMEs considering a sale of their business in 2025, according to new research from strategic advisory firm K3 Advantage. However, their ambitions to divest or refinance their company may be seriously hampered by a lack of access to the meaningful data needed to support these critical milestones.

UK CTOs share their biggest data challenges

Almost half of CTOs (47%) say that a lack of data is slowing down their decision making, according to a newly released poll from data streaming platform Confluent.

MockAI Wins Burning Heroes Startup Competition in London

The Burning Heroes Founders Association announces the winners of the London Pitch Competition. Selected startups had the opportunity to pitch in front of investors from top VC firms, including Begin Capital, Future Planet Capital, Main Set, Mercia Ventures, Palta, Ultra.VC, Wayra and others.

Demand for cybersecurity in Asia presents opportunities for UK tech

The growing adoption of digital technologies, coupled with a sharp rise in cyber threats, is fuelling demand for advanced cybersecurity solutions in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Rise of AI models: can organisations keep up?

AI evangelist explains the challenges that the recent emergence of new AI models creates for enterprises and provides what might be a solution.

Tech titans descend on Manchester for DTX & UCX 2025

DTX & UCX Manchester, the North’s enterprise IT and technology event, is set to return to Manchester Central on April 2-3, 2025, bringing together world-class speakers, cutting-edge technologies and an agenda dedicated to “Innovation with Integrity.”

Empowering Women in Business, Innovation, and Leadership

Female Founder Space is excited to announce the Global Female Entrepreneurs Summit, which will take place virtually on April 3-4, 2025. This year’s summit aims to connect women entrepreneurs from around the world, allowing them to learn, grow, and redefine the future of business, innovation, and leadership.

UK employees push for bigger say in shaping their workplace amid AI and economic shifts

New research from monday.com reveals that UK employees are seeking greater influence over strategic decisions as workplaces undergo rapid change.

E-commerce Berlin Expo 2025 has ended – moving to a prestigious venue next year

Since 2016, E-commerce Berlin Expo has been a key event for the e-commerce industry in Germany. This year marked its first-ever two-day format, a change that will continue in future editions. The expanded schedule led to a significant increase in attendance, with over 12,000 visitors compared to around 10,000 in previous years.

Cutting taxes is key to SME growth, say finance brokers

More than a third (38%) of finance brokers say lower taxes are needed to boost SME growth this year, according to iwoca’s latest SME Expert Index. This is double the next choice of reforming business rates (19%).

FemTech Conference 2025 brings together female industry leaders and entrepreneurs

FemTech Conference 2025, organised by Women in Tech, unites women from Belarus and beyond to explore the potential of FemTech. Is your chance to explore FemTech, join the movement, and make an impact. You will find useful formats such as networking, speed mentoring and real success stories. The main program will be held offline on March 3 at Google Campus (Warsaw), while side events will run online from March 3 to 6.

South Summit brings together leading unicorns and investment funds in London to strengthen connections in the European ecosystem

South Summit, in collaboration with IE University, is organizing a new edition of the ‘Scaleup Series’ in London on February 27. This series of events aims to strengthen connections among leading European scaleup entrepreneurs and founders, create a space to share best practices, trends, and insights, and explore business, investment, and economic growth opportunities.

RegNav partners with MedTech Innovator

RegNav, an AI-powered compliance management platform, and MedTech Innovator (MTI), the large accelerator of medical technology companies, have announced that RegNav has joined MTI’s Industry Partners ecosystem.

Ai Pin scrapped as HP acquires Humane assets
Ai Pin scrapped as HP acquires Humane assets

Humane’s Ai Pin has been on a journey since it was originally teased at Paris Fashion Week. Becoming one of the most talked about gadgets in recent years, to receiving scathing reviews upon launch and dropping the price of the product, to the news of Humane’s assets being acquired by tech giant HP.

STFC Daresbury Laboratory welcomes first businesses to 5G Ecosystem

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) has welcomed the first businesses to join its new 5G Ecosystem at Daresbury Laboratory, designed to support and accelerate innovation among businesses.

Latitude59 unveils 2025 theme, pushing for Integrity & Perspective in tech

Latitude59, a startup and technology event in the Baltic States, New Nordics, and Kenya, is set to return to Tallinn in May 2025 with a new theme: Integrity & Perspective.