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Mindstone and Pearson partner for new Gen AI certification programme

Mindstone, an international training platform known for its focus on practical AI education for non-technical professionals, has teamed up with Pearson to introduce Pearson’s new Generative AI Certification programme.

Report reveals UK’s growing global VC position in EV batteries

A recent report has shown that the UK’s electric vehicle (EV) battery sector has reached record levels of VC investment, with UK-based EV battery startups securing $2.7 billion in funding since 2018.

Manchester’s £1.7bn innovation district, Sister, opens

Manchester’s £1.7 billion innovation district has officially launched its first building and revealed its new name: Sister. The district’s first tenant, Sustainable Ventures, Europe’s climate tech hub, is set to move into the Renold Building this November.

EMERGE Tech Conference Gathers Top Tech Talent in Yerevan

The EMERGE International Tech Conference has transformed Yerevan into a vibrant startup hub, connecting pioneering founders from emerging markets, tech enthusiasts, and leading venture capitalists from across the globe. A two-day event, held on September 25-26 at the oxygen-rich o2 Gardens, brought together global industry leaders and sparked important public discussions at the intersection of AI, Humanity, Entrepreneurship, and Creativity.

The potential of agricultural technology, the new CAP, and sustainable development strategies set the agenda for Expo AgriTech 2024

Expo Agritech 2024 is preparing to become the major European trade fair dedicated to innovation in the agricultural sector. From 26 to 28 November, the event will turn Malaga, Spain, into the meeting point for players in the agricultural field, who will discuss how the latest generation of machinery, irrigation and water management systems, post-harvest equipment, fertilisers, agricultural yield solutions, agro-energy, biotechnology, plant nutrition and 4.0 technologies are making farms evolve, boosting their profitability, quality and sustainability.

Network X insights set to shape telecom industry

The organisers of Network X, have announced key agenda highlights for this year’s event, promising an unmissable experience for attendees. From October 8–10, 2024, over 5,000 industry leaders including disruptive startups, regulators, and technology providers will gather in Paris at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles to shape the future of connectivity. With a record 200+ exhibitors and a comprehensive conference programme, Network X will showcase the latest innovations, offer exclusive networking opportunities, and provide key insights for businesses looking to stay competitive across telecoms.

BorrowMyDoggy investor launches £30m Growth fund

Growth investor IW Capital is set to launch a new £30 million fund aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK, following the successful completion of a management buyout.

Carmoola completes £100m debt deal with NatWest

UK-based fintech Carmoola has announced a significant £100 million debt deal with NatWest, a move aimed at expanding its reach and further enhancing its innovative approach to car financing.

Data Centre & Cloud Innovation Summit 2025: Transforming the Future of Data Centres and Cloud Computing in Philippines

TraiCon Events will be hosting Philippines premier Data Centre Summit event titled “Data Centre & Cloud Innovation Summit” on 11th & 12th March 2025 in The Heritage Hotel MANILA – Rising Digitalisation Across Multiple Sectors.

New tech confidence index shows optimism for 2025 amid government policy concerns

TechMarketView, a tech analyst firm, reported that 60% of UK tech companies expect improved business conditions by 2025, despite 56% describing the current climate as poor or neutral.

New funding boost for UK’s £10 billion semiconductor industry

Semiconductor firms across the UK, producing crucial technologies from smartphone screens to surgical lasers, are receiving significant backing to help them expand and contribute to economic growth.

New Technologies for Off-Grid Power: VTT Develops Fuel Cells for Extreme Conditions

Thousands of off-grid sites—such as telecommunications towers, weather stations, railways, and construction areas—require small, reliable sources of electricity. Traditionally, diesel generators have powered these remote locations, but the VTT-led RoRePower project has identified a cleaner, more efficient alternative: fuel cell technology. This innovative approach offers reliable, remote-controlled electricity generation, even in extreme environments that range from -40°C to over 50°C.

Welinq establishes scientific advisory board to propel modular quantum computing innovations

Welinq, a modular quantum computing and interconnect company, has established a Scientific Advisory Board featuring four of the most prominent experts in quantum information science.

Redbird launches conversational AI platform for enterprise business intelligence

Despite significant progress in AI and large language models (LLMs), enterprise organisations have faced challenges in adopting chat-based tools for business intelligence that are accurate, secure, and tailored to their specific needs.

UK workers reject hustle culture: 1 in 5 set job boundaries

Owl Labs launches its annual State of Hybrid Work Report polling 2,000 full-time employees across the UK, as well as 8,000 respondents globally.*

Vochlea and Deaftawk win annual global MediaTech Pitch Day

Denmark’s DeafTawk and the UK’s Vochlea stood out as the winners of the Global MediaTech Pitch Day, selected from a pool of over 400 contenders. The event, part of the Annual Mediatech Investment Programme, was hosted by Raw Ventures on 26th September.

Korean startup Dtonic, winner of the first edition of South Summit Korea 2024

Dtonic, a leading Korean startup in AI and data infrastructures, has emerged as the global winner of the South Summit Korea 2024 Startup Competition, co-organized by IE University, in collaboration with the Government of Gyeonggi and GBSA (Gyenggido Business & Science Accelerator).

Skillsoft simplifies transition to skills-based organisations with new solutions

Skillsoft, a platform for transformative learning experiences, has introduced several platform enhancements to help organisations transition to skills-based talent strategies.

SHAPING A GOLDEN FUTURE FOR BUSINESS

Business Show Media ends the year excited to launch into their next chapter; a golden 50th edition of the expo that started it all, the longest-standing business event; The Business Show London.

Tech experts join forces to launch eco-friendly web agency

Two entrepreneurs from Northamptonshire, Marie Cox and Daniel Lister, have teamed up to launch a web design agency focused on delivering low-carbon WordPress websites.