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Lawtech companies helping UK SMEs with business growth

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) make up a staggering 99.9% of the business landscape, yet for many, navigating the legal landscape remains a complex, challenging, and often costly endeavour.

Data reveals 42% of SMB owners overconfidence in cash flow control

Small business owners are, on average, 42% overconfident in their money management, according to a new survey of +750 small and medium businesses (SMBs) by online banking and money management platform, Relay, and independent research company, RKI.

New Scientist Live Partners with AstroAgency to Promote Space Sector Opportunities

AstroAgency, a space-focused communications firm, has announced a strategic partnership with New Scientist Live, the annual science and space event in London. The collaboration aims to highlight the opportunities within the UK’s rapidly growing space industry while inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in space. The partnership also seeks to educate the public on the critical role satellites play in our daily lives and challenge common misconceptions about space travel and exploration.

JetLearn partners with NHS to provide coding, robotics and AI education for families

JetLearn, a company in online one-on-one education in coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence for children and teenagers, has recently formed a partnership with the NHS Staff Benefits Programme. This collaboration is set to extend JetLearn’s highly rated tech education programmes – praised on platforms like Trustpilot and Google Reviews – to the families of NHS employees.

Tech problems cost UK SMEs £10k a year

New research from TalkTalk Business has uncovered that nearly a quarter (23%) of UK SMEs faced technical failures in the past year, leading to significant financial strain. The study found that 17% of SMEs incurred costs between £500-999 due to these tech issues, while 12% reported losses of £2,000-3,999, and 7% suffered a staggering £8,000-9,999 hit.

Fiverr and Martha Stewart launch witty campaign to inspire freelance potential

Fiverr has unveiled a new partnership with Martha Stewart, the renowned entrepreneur, author, and television personality, who is set to become the face of its latest advertising campaign and social media content.

Robin AI Brings the Power of Generative AI to its Legal Assistant with AWS

Robin AI, a legal artificial intelligence (AI) assistant for businesses, has teamed up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to streamline complex legal processes and advance the development of a significant new AI-driven legal market.

Network X 2024 returns to Paris with a refreshed agenda

The global B2B telecommunications industry is set to converge in the heart of Paris this October for Network X, the premier event that unites leaders, innovators, and visionaries from across telecoms network infrastructure. Held from 8-10 October at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Network X 2024 promises an immersive experience, showcasing the latest network technologies, fostering invaluable connections, and setting the stage for the next wave of advancements in connectivity.

Small businesses lose sales due to mismatch in consumer payment preferences

New research from Xero, a global platform for small businesses, highlights a growing disconnect between how UK consumers prefer to pay and how small businesses prefer to receive payments.

UK Firms Turn to GenAI for Productivity and Profit

New research from Deltek, a provider of software for project-based businesses, highlights that while 79% of professional services firms plan to boost their investment in emerging technologies, significant hurdles are slowing down adoption.

CKGSB and University of Sydney partner to nurture unicorns in Australia and Asia-Pacific

On 13th August 2024, the Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) and the University of Sydney formalised a strategic alliance in Sydney aimed at nurturing the next wave of unicorns, with a particular emphasis on new energy, digitalisation, and the transformation of traditional industries.

ASA bans misleading adverts by Steven Bartlett

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned a series of advertisements promoted by Steven Bartlett.

Allbright acquires everywoman to amplify global impact on women’s advancement

AllBright, the global organisation dedicated to advancing women’s careers at every stage, is set to acquire everywoman, an international leader in learning and development, in a strategic move that will amplify both organisations’ efforts to promote gender equality and professional growth.

Tech Founders Lead UK Business Appeal to Reevaluate Visa Restrictions

Centuro Global, an AI-driven SaaS platform transforming global business operations, is urging the newly established Labour government to reassess the recent limitations imposed on the Skilled Worker visa route.

Peanuds puts scalability first with Weavr partnership

Peanuds, a financial application tailored for digitally driven startups, freelancers, and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), has announced a strategic partnership with leading embedded finance provider, Weavr.

Enfield Council Launches Kerbo Charge Pilot to Revolutionise EV Charging for Street Parking Residents

Enfield Council has initiated a pilot programme for an innovative through-pavement Electric Vehicle (EV) charging system designed to simplify the transition from petrol and diesel vehicles to electric for residents who rely on street parking.

deepc becomes first radiology AI platform to achieve ISO 27001:2022 certification

deepc, an AI platform in radiology and healthcare, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Radiology AI platform globally to earn the ISO 27001:2022 certification for information security.

Definely unveils Vault: AI-driven knowledge tool for legal teams

Definely, a legaltech startup, has unveiled Definely Vault, an AI-driven knowledge management tool poised to revolutionise how legal professionals tap into and utilise their firm’s collective wisdom.

Trustly UK surpasses £13bn in first half of 2024, outpacing 2023’s total

Trustly, a scaleup in open banking payments, is solidifying its foothold in the UK as it forges stronger ties with pivotal partners amid a surge in payment volumes and the widespread adoption of open banking technologies.

Zapp secures twin patents for i300 electric urban motorcycle

Zapp Electric Vehicles, the UK-based maker of high-performance electric two-wheelers, has secured European patents for two key components of its i300 electric urban motorcycle, which is set for its first customer deliveries later this year.