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Top cyber security concerns for SMEs in the UK revealed

A new study by Markel Direct has revealed the top cyber security issues facing SMEs – with the increasing sophistication of cyber threats named as the top concern for business owners.

Ai Everything Global 2025: Insight-fuelled debates & thought-provoking discussions show AI’s divisive power on enthralling first day in UAE capital

After weeks of rising excitement across the international AI community, Ai Everything GLOBAL is officially underway in the UAE after a thrilling opening day kicked off the year’s largest public-private global AI gathering.

AI-enhanced drone technology can reduce the demining process

A new whitepaper from UK-Ukraine TechExchange, a collaborative forum around the key issues affecting the war in Ukraine and its future rebuild, explores how cutting-edge innovation can expedite the demining process and Ukraine’s post-war recovery.

Final countdown: how to prepare for E-commerce Berlin Expo 2025

The wait is almost over – E-commerce Berlin Expo 2025 is right around the corner. For the first time ever, the Expo spans two full days, 19th and 20th of February, offering more opportunities to connect, learn, and explore. With free entry and a packed agenda, it’s the ultimate event for anyone in e-commerce. Want to make the most of it? Follow this guide to prepare like a pro – from now until after the Expo.

Steven Bartlett steps down from Huel board
Steven Bartlett steps down from Huel board

Steven Bartlett, star of BBC’s Dragon’s Den, and host of Diary of a CEO podcast, has stepped down as a Director of Huel, the meal-replacement drink brand.

Sidekick launches bespoke investment solution for big tech employees

Sidekick, the wealth management platform for the financially ambitious, has launched Custom Index portfolios explicitly designed to help Big Tech employees invest more strategically.

Windows end of life challenges ahead in 2025

Cloudhouse, a company in application compatibility and cloud enablement, has reported a sharp increase in enquiries from large organisations seeking guidance on Microsoft Teams and legacy technology upgrades.

Meet the judges of the Hustle Awards 2025

The Hustle Awards offer a golden opportunity for startups, and those within the startup ecosystem, to celebrate their achievements, gain industry recognition, and showcase the fantastic work they’re doing.

Abu Dhabi to Host Ai Everything Global 2026: Accelerating the UAE’s Ambition as a Global Hub for AI Innovation and Investments

The UAE’s journey of spearheading AI progress worldwide has marked another milestone, with the announcement that Ai Everything Global Summit & Expo will be hosted in Abu Dhabi in 2026. This launch reinforces the UAE’s commitment to becoming a premier global hub for AI excellence.

Number of businesses operating in the UK hits record high

The UK set a new record of 5.63 million active companies registered with Companies House at the end of 2024, an increase of 3% on the year before, according to the NatWest and Beauhurst New Startup Index.

AllBright assets acquired by Cain International investee company

Following rumours that AllBright entered into administration, news has broken that the organisation’s assets have been acquired by a Cain International investee company, to enable the long-term growth of the business. Cain International remains committed to the management team, long-term strategy, and of the organisation.

US data collection professionals lead AI adoption compared to UK counterparts

86% of data collection professionals believe AI adoption in web scraping saves time and resources as the demand for web intelligence continues to rise. This is one of the key findings from the new Oxylabs white paper, Meeting the Increasing Business Demand for Web Intelligence, which demonstrates the growth and impact of web intelligence solutions.

‘YC for VC’ selection announced for Europe’s first VC accelerator

Mountside Ventures has announced the selection of Europe’ first Emerging VC Manager Programme.

Female Advisory Board launches peer group to accelerate growth of Yorkshire businesses

The Female Advisory Board (FAB), the UK’s first all-female peer advisory group, has launched FAB Enterprise to help female-led businesses with a turnover of £3 million+ to accelerate growth. Building on the success of its FAB Scale and FAB Grow groups, the Yorkshire-based company continues its mission to unite like-minded business leaders, offering a collaborative space to support, challenge, and learn from shared experiences.

South Summit Extends Registration Deadline for Madrid Startup Competition

South Summit, the leading international event for the entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem, co-organised by IE University, has extended the registration deadline for its Startup Competition in Madrid until February 28. Startups interested in participating can register using the following link.

Barclays boosts London’s tech ecosystem with Eagle Labs expansion

In a significant boost for London’s thriving tech sector, Barclays Eagle Labs is set to expand its footprint by partnering in seven sites across the city, designed to support tech startups and entrepreneurs on their growth journeys.

AllBright enters administration, claims suggest

Rumours circulating suggest that AllBright, the women-only members’ club, has entered administration.

President of ACM to address critical AI themes at “AI Everything Global” Summit

ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, has announced that its President, Yannis Ioannidis, will deliver key insights on AI at the AI Everything Global conference. The event, scheduled for February 3-6 in the United Arab Emirates, brings together more than 500 Chief AI Officers from companies like Amazon, Meta, and more to address the rapid acceleration of AI adoption worldwide.

Melt&Marble and Valio to develop next-gen food products

Melt&Marble announces a strategic partnership with Valio, an innovator and biggest food and dairy company in Finland.

Gift-giving trends in Europe and the UK: where, how, and what were they buying in 2024?

Flowwow, a global gifting marketplace for local shops in 40+ countries, has shared new insights from its 2024 market research, revealing a remarkable surge in cross-border gift orders across Europe. The European personalised gifting market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.01% from 2023 to 2029, driven by disposable income increases and product innovations.