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Martin Warner launches world’s most advanced AI productivity app

warpSpeed, a productivity app designed for consumers and SMBs, has entered preview mode with an imminent 2024 launch.

PLD Space selects Deimos to co-lead development of GNC System for MIURA 5

PLD Space has selected Deimos to co-lead the development of the Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) system for MIURA 5 orbital launcher, scheduled to begin its launch campaign by the end of 2025.

The top five myths about working in cold temperatures

With the colder months now upon us, average temperatures in the UK are expected to drop well below 10°C. For those working in the construction industry and other jobs where the work is predominately based outdoors, this means measures must be taken to ensure their safety and wellbeing.

Northern Data Group chooses five future tech entrepreneurs for AI Accelerator

Northern Data Group, a provider of high-performance computing (HPC) solutions, has announced the five successful startups selected for its inaugural AI Accelerator, designed to fast-track AI innovation by offering access to the AI technology that powers generative AI chatbots and content creation.

97% of organisations faced security incidents related to GenAI this year

Ninety seven percent of organisations using generative AI have faced security incidents or data breaches linked to the technology this year, according to Capgemini Research Institute.

Algorithmiq to speed quantum computing advancements with NVIDIA Accelerated Computer

Algorithmiq has announced a venture to accelerate error mitigation techniques for near-term quantum devices.

Revolut secures UK license to offer UK and EU stock trading

Fintech giant Revolut has revealed that it has now secured a UK trading licence granted by the British financial regulator. This milestone will enable the platform to facilitate the trading of UK and EU-listed stocks, as well as exchange-traded funds, starting in 2025.

Mindstone and Intuition partner to accelerate enterprise AI adoption

Mindstone, a global training platform and community focused on the practical use of AI for non-technical staff, and Intuition, a global company in knowledge solutions with a track record approaching 40 years of corporate excellence, has announced a partnership to accelerate AI adoption across banking, financial services, and the broader corporate sector.

Data delays: C-suite say data is out of date by the time it reaches them

Half of C-suite executives (52%) say that data is ‘out of date’ by the time it reaches their desks. That’s according to newly released research findings from data streaming platform Confluent.

Wazoku expands into UAE to bring its AI-connected innovation ecosystem to the GCC countries

Innovation scaleup Wazoku is expanding into the GCC region, with the establishment of a dedicated presence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Veriam launches integrated access and subscription management platform

Veriam has announced the launch of its platform that combines identity management, access control, and subscription services into a single, efficient solution. This new platform aims to make complex processes simple by eliminating the need for multiple tools, helping organisations manage user access and subscriptions with minimal effort.

Fret Zero: 3 in 4 UK business leaders suffer from sustainability stress

Three-quarters of UK business leaders (72%) say they are stressed out over sustainability targets and the pressure to reach Net Zero, according to research by BT.

Serial entrepreneur Bev Hurley CBE recognised with IED Outstanding Contribution to Economic Development award

Bev Hurley CBE, Executive Chair of YTKO and previously CEO for 25 years, has been recognised for her Outstanding Contribution to Economic Development at the Institute of Economic Development (IED) Annual Awards 2024.

AI makes companies hire more managers

The rise in AI adoption by companies encourages the hiring of more managers – rather than fewer – relative to other positions, to supervise the implementation of this new technology. That’s according to a working paper co-authored by IESE Business School professors Mireia Giné, Sampsa Samila, and José Azar that analyses 375 million US job vacancies over more than a decade.

Mimica wins Lineage’s London Food Chain Innovation Challenge 2024

Lineage, the large global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, has announced the winner of its pioneering initiative, the Food Chain Innovation Challenge London. After a full day of pitching at the Science Museum to an esteemed judging panel, Mimica, the brand behind dynamic food expiry labels, was crowned regional champion and walked away with the $5,000 prize.

Tech Cornwall accelerates startup support following Slush’D event

Cornwall’s flourishing tech ecosystem took centre stage last month at the highly anticipated Cornwall Slush’D 2024, showcasing the region’s most innovative startups and highlighting Tech Cornwall’s strengthened commitment to supporting early-stage businesses.

Slow tech adoption cost the UK economy £111 billion

Virgin Media O2 Business and Cebr have published a new report, ‘The economic and social benefits of digitalisation’, revealing the significant growth potential UK businesses have left untapped. The report highlights that if all British-based firms had increased their digital technology usage in 2021, the economy could have seen a staggering £111 billion boost in turnover by 2023.

THE CIBER-SHUBE PROJECT BRINGS THE BEST STARTUPS IN THE FIELD OF CYBERSECURITY TO SLUSH 2024 IN HELSINKI

This international hub on cybersecurity, co-funded by Instituto Nacional de Ciberseguridad (INCIBE), an entity under Ministerio para la Transformación Digital y de la Función Pública, through Secretaría de Estado de Digitalisación e Inteligencia Artificial, and Universidad de Salamanca continues its activity connecting Spanish companies with international investors by attending the Finnish event from 20 to 21 November.

London number one in Europe for life sciences

A newly released report has named London the number one city in Europe and number three globally for life sciences, behind Boston and New York, and ahead of Amsterdam, Munich, Paris, San Francisco, and Singapore.

KAOUN International and MODON Announce WAM Saudi Expo 2025: Catalysing Saudi Arabia’s Industrial Future

In a momentous cooperation signalling a new era of industrial progress, KAOUN International, in strategic partnership with the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), announces the World Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics Summit & Expo Saudi 2025 (WAM Saudi). During the WAM Summit 2024, a significant cooperation agreement was signed, marking a landmark commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia’s status as a leading global industrial powerhouse.