New tech confidence index shows optimism for 2025 amid government policy concerns

TechMarketView, a tech analyst firm, reported that 60% of UK tech companies expect improved business conditions by 2025, despite 56% describing the current climate as poor or neutral.

5 steps for setting actionable targets for startup business growth

When it comes to going from startup beginner to startup success, setting actionable targets from the beginning is actually crucial for steering your business in the right direction.

New funding boost for UK’s £10 billion semiconductor industry

Semiconductor firms across the UK, producing crucial technologies from smartphone screens to surgical lasers, are receiving significant backing to help them expand and contribute to economic growth.

EVware: pioneering digital solutions for next gen mobility

Transport is evolving. As it has done throughout the past 200 years, mind you. But its new, and current, iteration leading the way is not airships or the petrol-guzzling automobile, but EVs.

Ambr secures investment to tackle workplace stress with AI

London-based startup Ambr, which leverages AI-driven insights to enhance workplace wellbeing, has secured new funding from Czech-based Look AI Ventures. This investment will fuel Ambr’s mission to address the root causes of workplace stress.

DOCK-Y: real-time safety for bike riders

DOCK-Y is an award-winning technology company that is gearing up to enhance the safety of any riders who travel on two- or three-wheels, be that bikes, trikes, or scooters, whilst also contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing urban congestion and carbon emissions.

Pascual Innoventures invests over $2M in future food via Mylkcubator Programme

Pascual Innoventures, the corporate venture branch of Pascual, has intensified its efforts to shape the future of food by increasing its investment to over $2 million across the initial three rounds of Mylkcubator, an innovative programme driving forward research and development in the food industry.

UK workers reject hustle culture: 1 in 5 set job boundaries

Owl Labs launches its annual State of Hybrid Work Report polling 2,000 full-time employees across the UK, as well as 8,000 respondents globally.*

TitanML’s Meryem Arik on Intel Ignite and the journey so far

TitanML was founded officially in 2021 by Dr James Dborin and Dr Fergus Finn, later being joined by Co-Founder and CEO Meryem Arik.

FlyNow, FlyAll

During his studies, Jürgen Greil began working in the aerospace industry, where he forged his career as a mechanical engineer.

National Inclusion Week: prioritise retention to empower women in STEM

The need for increasing women’s representation in STEM is widely recognised, but the challenge extends far beyond simply attracting more women into the sector. According to Forbes, after just 5-7 years in their jobs, 40-50% of technical women leave the STEM workforce. More needs to be done to not just recruit women but also retain them, urges author Lauren Neal.

Korean startup Dtonic, winner of the first edition of South Summit Korea 2024

Dtonic, a leading Korean startup in AI and data infrastructures, has emerged as the global winner of the South Summit Korea 2024 Startup Competition, co-organized by IE University, in collaboration with the Government of Gyeonggi and GBSA (Gyenggido Business & Science Accelerator).

Welinq establishes scientific advisory board to propel modular quantum computing innovations

Welinq, a modular quantum computing and interconnect company, has established a Scientific Advisory Board featuring four of the most prominent experts in quantum information science.

How Kelluu’s AI airships are elevating environmental efforts

Long-time entrepreneur and nature-lover, Janne Hietala, Co-Founder and CEO of Kelluu, and the rest of his team are operating an AI-powered airship fleet to create digital twins whilst simultaneously offering data solutions.

Convergence secures $12M pre-seed to build personal AI agents with long-term memory

Convergence, the startup building personal AI agents for everyday use, has secured $12 million in pre-seed funding led by Balderton Capital, with participation from Salesforce Ventures and Shopify Ventures.

Should your startup adopt a for-profit or nonprofit business structure?

For decades, business startups were classified as for-profit companies and charities as nonprofit. However, in recent years, some startups are turning to the nonprofit sector to meet the needs of their stakeholders better. Which you choose depends on your goals for the brand and how you intend to raise capital. The structure you settle on can shape operations for years to come.

The Achievement Algorithm set to tackle leadership burnout with neuroscience and Quantum Release methods

The Achievement Algorithm is redefining leadership development with an approach that blends neuroscience and Quantum Release techniques to help leaders overcome burnout and excel under pressure.

New Technologies for Off-Grid Power: VTT Develops Fuel Cells for Extreme Conditions

Thousands of off-grid sites—such as telecommunications towers, weather stations, railways, and construction areas—require small, reliable sources of electricity. Traditionally, diesel generators have powered these remote locations, but the VTT-led RoRePower project has identified a cleaner, more efficient alternative: fuel cell technology. This innovative approach offers reliable, remote-controlled electricity generation, even in extreme environments that range from -40°C to over 50°C.

Redbird launches conversational AI platform for enterprise business intelligence

Despite significant progress in AI and large language models (LLMs), enterprise organisations have faced challenges in adopting chat-based tools for business intelligence that are accurate, secure, and tailored to their specific needs.

OX Delivers: transforming the Global South through transport

The transportation landscape in the Global South is fraught with challenges. High costs, unreliable services, and an infrastructure that often fails to meet the needs of its population.