Construction tech startup Automated Architecture (AUAR) has been awarded a Smart Grant of £341K by Innovate UK. The grant is for a project aiming to overcome the technological challenges that lie in scaling up AUAR’s building system and micro-factory platform to manufacture mid-rise timber housing, up to 6 storeys.
The evolution of technology has always been a catalyst for redefining industries, workplaces, and individual career paths. From the Industrial Revolution to the digital era, each wave of innovation has reshaped the world’s professional landscape.
The majority (85%) of finance leaders need a six-day work week to complete their tasks, causing stress and a general feeling of loss of control. That’s according to a survey by AccountsIQ, a provider of fully cloud-based accounting software, which surveyed 260 CFOs and finance leaders across the UK and Ireland.
Roto VR, designer of the world’s first interactive VR chair has secured £2.4 million in funding to capitalise on market appetite for enhanced VR gaming. The rollout of the Roto VR Explorer chair was launched globally on 8th November 2024.
The rapid adoption of AI is unlocking significant opportunities for organisations across the UK, enabling them to innovate, streamline operations, and compete on a larger scale. Yet, as businesses integrate AI into their operations, many face serious security risks for which they are often unprepared.
Lineage, the largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, has announced the winner of its Food Chain Innovation Challenge. Ryp Labs, the winner of the San Francisco regional event, was selected for its innovative solution for tackling postharvest food waste, securing the global grand prize of $50,000 and an invitation into a six-month, Lineage executive-led incubator programme.
There has been a significant increase in the number of employers who report on the proportion of their staff with disabilities, according to research from GRiD. In 2023, only half (50%) of employers said that they collect information on the proportion of disabled people in their workforce, but this has risen to 71% in 2024, an increase of 21 percentage points on 2023.
Clone, the Paris-based European foodtech startup that has secured €105 million in funding, is officially launching in the Netherlands. The company aims to help restaurateurs maximise their kitchen capacity through a unique supply chain model paired with virtual restaurant brands focused on delivery.
Newly released research* reveals a troubling reality: UK employees are struggling with confidence in using AI at work, feeling under-trained yet eager to learn.
Creating a company from the ground up is an experience that is marked by countless challenges, and it is often an isolating experience as well. There is no one that quite understands the journey of a founder more than someone who has gone through it themselves. From the highs of secured funding rounds and breakthrough innovation to the lows of co-founder conflict and customer churn, it’s a shared experience to which only other founders can truly relate.
In the startup world, success isn’t determined solely by innovation or luck; it stems from a combination of vision, responsibility, and adaptability. Aspiring founders who rise above the chaos of entrepreneurship are those who anchor themselves and their teams in core principles that remain steadfast, no matter the challenge.
Pathway, the data company that builds live AI, has announced a $10 million seed round to build live AI systems that think and learn in real-time as humans do.
Lucanet, a global provider of end-to-end CFO software solutions, is releasing the first of its GenAI capabilities – a addition to its CFO Solution Platform. This release will add advanced Copilot features for Lucanet’s Consolidation and Financial Planning and Disclosure Management solution, in addition to the Copilot for the XBRL Tagger made available in October.
Bboxx, a data-driven super platform that transforms lives by unlocking access to clean energy and digital products across Africa, has announced an agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to integrate generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) into its Bboxx Pulse platform.
Payment data breaches are a threat with costly consequences for businesses. In fact, a major breach of a major payment system uncovered in September 2024 revealed that an unauthorised party accessed sensitive consumer data for nearly ten months. The compromised information included names, addresses, credit card details, expiration dates and more. Such incidents not only erode consumer trust but also leave businesses facing significant financial, legal and reputational repercussions.
Effective communication is a key factor for any successful business in today’s fast-paced digital world. The ability to stay connected with clients, partners, and employees regardless of location is a significant advantage. One tool that has become increasingly popular for ensuring smooth and seamless connection is the virtual telephone number with SMS capabilities. They provide flexibility, cost savings, and a range of features unavailable with traditional phone lines.
Every decision impacts the future of a startup. Careful planning is essential in an environment where even small mistakes can have significant consequences. A Product Requirement Document (PRD) provides the structure to turn ideas into a clear, actionable plan for success.
A year and a half after its creation by real estate private equity experts Maxime Parpex and Nathan Zappelli, Wally, the French startup and club-deal real estate investment platform, has announced a €1.7 million fundraising round. This funding aims to strengthen Wally’s value proposition and support the development of its platform.
Absence prevention and getting employees back to work are the key reasons companies with overseas employees offer health and wellbeing support, according to research by Towergate Employee Benefits.
NGP Capital, the global venture capital firm, has unveiled the results of its latest comprehensive data report, “A Decade of European Startup Founders.” The new research offers an unparalleled examination of the European startup ecosystem and the visionary founders who have driven its growth over the past ten years.
