Founders: here are the 4 questions investors will ask about your Intellectual Property

David Fisher, Senior Investment Director at IW Capital discusses the 4 key criteria to consider when it comes to Intellectual Property (IP).

AI is set to supercharge cyber threats by 2027

The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has released a landmark cyber threat assessment, warning that rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) will almost certainly make cyber attacks more frequent, effective, and harder to detect by 2027 – while deepening the digital divide between organisations able to keep pace with AI-driven threats and those left vulnerable.

The dark side of going viral: why startups must prioritise IP protection

In today’s digital-first world, platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube can push a product into the public eye within hours. We’ve all seen it: a quirky gadget, an innovative beauty tool, or a clever design catches on, and suddenly it’s everywhere. Sales spike, followers grow, and demand explodes.

The shift to a 4-day week – effect, lessons, and takeaways

Last year, the advanced electronic sensor manufacturer GSS undertook a trial to investigate the potential benefits (or drawbacks) of switching to a 4-day week in terms of staff moral and the effect on production.

Gen Z are pioneering a new era of business leadership

Gen Z are now the largest generation group globally, and as the youngest cohort in today’s workplace, they are already stepping into leadership roles that will drive the future of business for many years to come. With nearly a quarter of a million directors of UK companies already being Gen Z in 2024, their growing influence is clear.

Founder-focused lender platform Juice secures £25M in funding

Fintech alternative lending platform for digital founders, Juice, has announced that it has raised £25 million in funding to support its aim to democratise finance by providing SME founders with capital and confidence to achieve growth ambitions.

3 out of 5 businesses are exploring quantum AI

Quantum computing and related technologies like quantum AI are regarded as the next big wave after AI. A global survey of 500 business leaders across industries found that interest in quantum is very high, with more than 60% of respondents indicating they are actively investing or exploring opportunities in quantum AI.

Doubleword raises $12M Series A to make self-hosted AI inference effortless

Doubleword, the self-hosted inference platform for enterprises, has announced a $12 million Series A led by Dawn Capital.

Transreport receives King’s Award for Enterprise

Transreport has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise, in the category of Innovation. Transreport is one of 197 organisations nationally to be recognised with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise.

Loxa secures £125K investment through Angel Investment Network

Loxa, a UK-based insurtech firm focused on revolutionising product protection, has successfully raised £125,000 through Angel Investment Network (AIN) as part of a £1.69 million seed round.

Governments propel cybersecurity conversations on multi-layered defence strategies at GISEC Global in Dubai

Governments and their roles in adopting a multi-layered approach to cybersecurity were at the top of the agenda on the second day of GISEC Global 2025, the world’s third-largest cybersecurity event, and biggest in the MENA region.

GoTo unveils 100+ next-gen omnichannel and AI features for SMEs

GoTo has announced over 100 new features for GoTo Connect that combine omnichannel customer experience, powerful AI solutions, and streamlined management to help small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) communicate smarter and faster.

CryoCloud announces €2M seed funding round

CryoCloud announces it has closed a €2 million seed funding round led by specialist healthcare transformation VC firm Nina Capital, with participation from Value Creation Capital, ROM Utrecht, and Utrecht Health Seed Fund.

Hosting choices that support startup growth

Early-stage startups face hundreds of decisions in a short time. Most are focused on product development, market fit, and funding. But as the digital infrastructure of a business takes shape, hosting becomes a factor that can influence speed, security, and long-term scalability.

Future of Compute powers UK’s deeptech evolution

New research conducted by AlbionVC and Beauhurst reveals the UK’s deeptech ecosystem is entering a transformative phase. Future of Compute, in particular, is emerging as a key subset – essential not only for economic growth but also crucial for the UK’s ambition to become a science and technology superpower.

LOCKA: the wearable security device that locks your computer when you walk away

In an era when a single unlocked computer can lead to catastrophic data breaches, London-based tech innovator Laurence Moore is launching a solution designed to change the way businesses think about workplace security.

European AI Continent Agenda Gains Global Momentum at the Largest Inaugural Tech, Startup & Digital Investment Event

As Europe accelerates its mission to supercharge the continent’s AI readiness and digital economy, influential leaders rallied together at the GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything press preview this Wednesday in Berlin to address the strategic imperatives, progressive commitments and investments aimed at transforming Europe’s tech industry and talent pool into powerful engines driving the AI leadership agenda.

Ex-Rolls-Royce team launches Floral Energy to address grid strain

Floral Energy, a next-generation microgrid startup founded by a world-class team of former Rolls-Royce leaders, has emerged from stealth to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of the energy transition: delivering clean, reliable power at scale.

Workspace Design Show returns to Amsterdam this November

Following its successful launch in 2023, Workspace Design Show is set to make a powerful return to the Dutch capital from 5 – 6 November 2025 at the RAI Amsterdam. As the UK and Europe’s leading exhibition dedicated to workplace interiors, the Amsterdam edition will bring together the most creative minds in architecture, design, occupier strategy, and sustainability to explore how we can create more effective, inspiring, and future-proof working environments.

MOTH unveils first-ever song powered by quantum tech

UK technology startup MOTH is today unveiling the world’s first commercially available music track created using quantum-powered generative AI – a breakthrough that signals the arrival of quantum computing into the hands of everyday creatives and consumers.