SkootEco and Addison Lee drive greener London schools with Earthwatch Europe

SkootEco, an ESG consultancy and top 5% B-Corp certified ESG platform, is proud to announce a transformative partnership with Addison Lee and Earthwatch Europe to create nature-rich spaces within two London schools, with support from the Royal Horticultural Society and Natural History Museum

Jarvis partners with Sonovate to replace legacy pension provider

Jarvis, a pension fintech redefining workplace pension management, has partnered with Sonovate, a funding platform for recruitment agencies, consultancies, freelancers, and contractors. This collaboration will permit Sonovate’s thousands of customers to utilise Jarvis’ innovative pension management solution, providing a tailored alternative to Nest pensions.

Silent crisis among older workers as one third take time off with poor mental health

New research reveals that older workers are suffering from a silent mental health crisis at work, with almost a third (32%) of workers over 55 having taken time off sick with poor mental health in the last year.  With workers aged 50+ now making up a third (33%) of the UK workforce, addressing this issue has never been more urgent.

Fuse Vectors secures $5.2M to advance cell-free gene therapy technology

Gene therapy’s biggest obstacle isn’t science – it’s manufacturing. While the field races forward with breakthrough treatments, production remains stuck in the 1980s, relying on unpredictable cell-based methods that make therapies costly and slow to develop. Fuse Vectors has announced $5.2 million in pre-seed financing led by HCVC to revolutionise gene therapy development with its cell-free viral vector technology.

CSEM opens Switzlerand’s first dry room to accelerate next-gen battery innovation

CSEM, the Swiss technology innovation centre, has launched the country’s first dry room as part of its Battery Innovation Hub (BIH). This facility – unparalleled among Swiss research institutions and universities – is set to become operational in in September 2025 and will be instrumental in advancing next-generation battery technologies toward industrial production.

Uppbeat launches new motion graphics library to become one-stop shop for creators

Uppbeat has announced the global launch of its new motion graphics library, expanding the platform’s existing asset offering beyond copyright-free music and sound effects.

Funding and appointments support AUDITSU growth

A Leeds-based accessibility startup has secured early funding and expanded its team as it rebrands and accelerates its growth. AUDITSU, formerly known as IMAGINaiTION, was founded by Jason Crispin, a multi-award-winning entrepreneur.

Backing SMEs: why the logistics industry must step up to help drive UK economic growth

Amid a drop in UK goods exports, international logistics specialist Aramex UK has urged logistics providers to offer greater support to SMEs in expanding their reach to overseas markets.

UK leads with record number of female leaders in FTSE350

Nearly half (43%) of board roles and 35% of leadership roles in FTSE350 companies are now held by women, as the UK leads the way with a record number of female leaders, according to the latest FTSE Women Leaders Review 2025.

Tech Summit Europe 2025 Set to Unite Global Innovators

Tech Summit Europe 2025 returns on 3 April 2025, bringing together the brightest minds from across the globe to explore the future of technology. The event will take place at RAI, Amsterdam and promises groundbreaking insights into AI, Web3, fintech, and emerging tech trends shaping the next decade.

Why salary benchmarking is key to future-proofing organisations in the AI era

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has led the global job market to the brink of radical transformation and is poised to push it into uncharted territory. As AI takes hold, industries are rapidly evolving in response to groundbreaking new technologies. As part of this major shift, the global marketplace is set to see 92 million traditional roles displaced by 2030, along with the creation of a reported 70 million new roles.

How do you protect business interests during a divorce?

When determining how to allocate wealth on divorce, a court must conduct a two-stage process: quantification, i.e. what are the available assets and incomes, and distribution, i.e. how should those resources be apportioned between the parties to achieve a fair outcome.

Five ways to add passive income to your startup’s income streams

Earn more money while working less time – sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? It seems to go against everything we’ve ever thought, working hard at something and dedicating a lot of time is the way to a high income.

The business case for Access to Work: what is it and why should it stay?

For startups and entrepreneurs, building a thriving business often means navigating financial constraints, talent acquisition, and operational efficiency, all while fostering an inclusive workplace.

Knowledge is capital: using AI to harness what we already know

We are in an era of work defined by two things – constant change and information abundance. That means despite the arrival of new technologies and working policies, simply keeping up with where records and details are stored is one of the most significant challenges to overcome.

Why your marketing doesn’t work

The biggest reason marketing fails for small businesses isn’t that “marketing doesn’t work” – it’s that they haven’t built a system that does.

Magdrive raises $10.5M seed to enable new era of sustainable space exploration
Magdrive raises $10.5M seed to enable new era of sustainable space exploration

Magdrive, the startup creating the next-generation of spacecraft propulsion, has announced its $10.5 million seed funding round led by pan-European VC Redalpine.

The critical role of presentation skills in modern business

Strong presentation skills are no longer optional; they are critical leadership competencies that can drive profitability, enhance team engagement, and improve long-term operational efficiency.

Cambridge Innovation Capital launches £100M Opportunity Fund
Cambridge Innovation Capital launches £100M Opportunity Fund

Cambridge Innovation Capital (CIC), the venture capital firm embedded in the Cambridge ecosystem, has launched a new £100 million Opportunity Fund – anchored by Aviva Investors and British Patient Capital – to invest in growth stage deeptech and life sciences companies.

Poor quality performance data hindering SME sale and refinancing ambitions

Economic challenges have prompted an increase in the number of UK SMEs considering a sale of their business in 2025, according to new research from strategic advisory firm K3 Advantage. However, their ambitions to divest or refinance their company may be seriously hampered by a lack of access to the meaningful data needed to support these critical milestones.