Starting a business involves many important decisions, and for sectors like tech, manufacturing, or food production, selecting the right industrial cooling system is one of them.
Normative, a company in enterprise carbon accounting across the Nordics, EU, and UK, has announced its acquisition of Eivee, a carbon accounting solution provider serving some of Denmark’s largest companies. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
iFAST Diagnostics, a UK diagnostics company, has announced the successful close of its $6.5 million (£5 million) seed round.
Attara has officially launched, a fintech startup poised to transform the landscape of commodity hedging for businesses across the UK. By combining cutting-edge technology with expert advisory services and customised hedging solutions, Attara aims to democratise access to hedging solutions that were previously only available to large corporations, providing much-needed financial security to SMEs.
New analysis of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) data by London & Partners shows that more AI companies (75 companies) from London have expanded internationally than from any other city globally post-pandemic. The UK capital has also welcomed the second-highest number of AI companies (94 companies) in the world, after Dubai (112 companies).
DUKE Distribution, a provider of specialist transport and trackway installation services, has secured a debt finance funding package from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II.
Vuka Group and Africa’s Green Economy Summit are spearheading efforts to boost Africa’s inclusive economic growth by connecting project owners with a global network of investors. This strategic initiative aims to accelerate vital projects, promoting sustainability and prosperity across the continent.
Mahdi Yahya, CEO and Founder of Ori, a UK-based provider of GPUs for AI compute, argues that the UK has all the ingredients necessary to build its own sovereign cloud computing infrastructure – but it’s being held back by a lack of imagination from senior tech players.
Romanie Thomas is the CEO of Chatsie. Chatsie was founded by ex-Tide founder George Bevis and led by CEO Romanie Thomas. The company offers premium smartphones and mobile network services designed specifically for seniors. Chatsie aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors while strengthening intergenerational connections in an increasingly digital world.
Business leaders forecast massive gains from AI but are delaying implementation due to the ‘ambiguity trap’ created by a changing and fragmented legal and regulatory landscape.
The demand for specialised tech talent is rising sharply, with the International Data Corporation predicting that over 90% of companies will face IT skills shortages by 2026.
Cambridge Future Tech has entered into a relationship with Nokia Bell Labs and Nokia Ventures & Partnerships, to establish OmniBuds, for the commercialisation of Nokia Bell Labs OmniBuds platform, the world’s first ear-worn AI/ML computing platform designed to monitor vital signs, including heart and respiration rates, as well as users’ physical activities and audio experiences. This device is poised to revolutionise the health and wellness industry by providing continuous, real-time insights to care providers and enhancing patient care.
Microsoft has launched its new GenAI Accelerator programme, aimed at advancing AI-driven startups in the UK and positioning them for long-term success.
Blue Earth Summit arrived in London in October 2024, located within a former machinery, manufacturing, and innovation quarter at Woolwich Works.
Neustark, a Switzerland-based, carbon removal specialist and one of the fastest growing companies in Europe, and UK-based building materials supplier, Aggregate Industries, are introducing a new technology that permanently removes carbon from the atmosphere and locks it into recycled concrete.
Virgin Media O2 has launched an all-new Small Business Partnerships initiative with leading brands Virgin StartUp, GoDaddy, and egg, to bring exclusive offers to small business customers. This initiative aims to equip entrepreneurs across the UK with the technology, resources, and networks to succeed.
Yazen Health, the healthcare platform dedicated to combating obesity with modern weight loss medication and lifestyle changes, announced today the successful closing of an oversubscribed €19.5 million Series A funding round. With this funding, the company strengthens its position as a pioneer in obesity treatment and sets its sights on international expansion.
OptimallyMe, an innovative health optimisation startup, has secured investment from The Players Fund, the UK’s first athlete-led venture capital firm.
According to a report by CB Insights, 35% of startups fail due to not solving significant market problems. Consequently, resources are spent on products that do not meet real consumer needs or, in simpler terms, are not wanted by anyone.
Helsinki is currently one of the most prominent hotspots for deeptech innovation. Whether it’s deeptech startups operating in the city or the innovative developments happening within larger organisations, Helsinki has become synonymous with deeptech expertise.
