CIBER-SHUBE, THE LARGE SPANISH ECOSYSTEM OF OPEN INNOVATION IN THE FIELD OF CYBERSECURITY, STARTS ITS ACTIVITY WITH GREAT SUCCESS

The CIBER-SHUBE project, implemented under the public invitation for collaboration in the promotion of Strategic Cybersecurity Projects in Spain, is co-funded by INCIBE and the University of Salamanca under the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, financed by the European Union (Next Generation EU).

Pi Labs research reveals that AI could reduce the annual carbon footprint of the built world by 50% by 2030

Global proptech venture capital firm Pi Labs has today launched ‘Sustainably Intelligent: AI for a Greener Built World’, a research report that uncovers new details about the transformative impact that artificial intelligence will have on reducing carbon impact in the real estate industry and built environment.

Spyrosoft Ltd. will support British public broadcaster with Digital Engineering Augmentation services in the UK

Spyrosoft Ltd. will support the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) with Digital Engineering Augmentation services in the UK. According to the cooperation agreement signed in December 2023, Spyrosoft will act as an external partner providing technology expertise and resources to expand its media technology teams in the United Kingdom.

Oxford University Innovation unveils five-point plan to increase the proportion of women founders to 50 per cent by 2030

Oxford University Innovation proposes a new target to increase the proportion of women founders or co-founders from 15 per cent in 2015-16 to 50 per cent by 2030. The University of Oxford’s Increasing Diversity in Enterprising Activities (IDEA) initiative aims to promote inclusivity in entrepreneurial activities, first tackling the under-representation of women in entrepreneurship. Over the past eight years, the proportion of women founders and co-founders of spinout companies at the University of Oxford has roughly doubled to over 28 per cent.

Gamestream raises €4.5 million to continue the revolution in the video game industry

Gamestream, global leader in white label Cloud Gaming solutions, today (14th March 2024) announces that it has fundraised 4.5 million euros to continue revolutionising the video game industry and establishing itself as a world leader in Cloud Gaming solutions for B2B with Audacia and Bpifrance, via its Tech and Touch fund, to join the team of investors to participate in a second fundraising.

FinTech tools for UK startups

Financial management for startups is of paramount importance. The instruments utilised in financial planning empower startups to preserve their financial wellbeing and strive for sustainable growth.

New guide goes back to basics on contract law

UK Businesses of all sizes, and in all sectors, can benefit from a new free information guide that has been launched to give a clear, concise, and up-to-date overview of the key aspects of contract law for their everyday operations.

Intuit QuickBooks launches standalone Bureau Payroll product for accountants, accelerating payroll for UK businesses

Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU), the global financial technology platform that makes Intuit TurboTax, Credit Karma, QuickBooks, and Mailchimp, announces the launch of QuickBooks Bureau Payroll, a standalone, full-cloud solution built for UK accountants and bookkeepers with diverse client needs. Integrating with major accounting solutions such as Xero, Sage, Iris and more, QuickBooks Bureau Payroll helps accountants streamline and speed up their payroll processes.

Autonomo secures £2M funding

Autonomo – the startup behind checkout-free software that enables retailers to convert existing stores into a cashierless shopping experience – has successfully closed a £2 million seed funding round, it has been announced.

How my 25-year journey battling dyslexia, ADHD, and autoimmune disease inspired wellbeing business, KAYLO

I don’t really like talking about myself, because Kaylo is about the community, not one person. But I do know that everyone has a story, and sharing our stories and hearing the stories of others is an important part of the healing journey.

Diversity focused Ada Ventures closes oversubscribed £63M fund

London-based Ada Ventures, an inclusive VC firm that supports breakthrough ideas, has announced the close of an oversubscribed £63 million fund designed to support a diverse cohort of early-stage founders.

Tech UK calls for Gov to advance AI action with “industrial strategy”

Tech UK, a trade organisation representing the UK’s technology sector, has urged the government to adopt an “industrial strategy” focused on hastening the integration of AI within businesses. This call to action is among seven critical policy recommendations put forward by the UK technology sector.

Payment terms are non-negotiable for 8 out of 10 B2B buyers

Hokodo, the B2B eCommerce Association, OroCommerce, and Greenwood Consulting have unveiled a collaborative report that delves into the purchasing behaviours and e-commerce expectations of business buyers.

Meet the 11 startups selected for University of Cambridge Start 1.0 accelerator

Founders at the University of Cambridge, the premier initiative aimed at empowering and expediting the impact of University founders, has announced the 11 venture science startups participating in its inaugural Start Accelerator programme.

Necture raises €7 million to accelerate electrification of fleets

Necture, previously known as Ubiq, a technology firm at the forefront of accelerating the adoption of electric fleets, recently declared that it has secured additional investment, elevating its total Series A funding to €7 million.

New event launches funding scheme for South London businesses

The University of Roehampton, in collaboration with BIG South London, is set to host an event on the 20th March, which will introduce an Innovation Voucher funding scheme designed to assist businesses in collaborating with academic experts to achieve their business objectives.

CIBER OLÉ WAS CREATED TO PROMOTE ENTREPRENEURIAL CULTURE AND ACCELERATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF CYBER INSURANCE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

This joint programme between INCIBE and the University of Salamanca starts activity in Madrid from 13th to 15th March and will include talks, workshops and events.

Banque Saudi Fransi and AstroLabs announce 2nd cohort of the “Banker Technologist” to empower Saudi Arabia’s next-gen talents in financial sector

Following the success and impact of its first cohort, Banque Saudi Fransi (BSF) has announced the start of the second cohort of its “Banker Technologist” to nurture the growth of new tech talent pipelines in Saudi Arabia. The program is held in partnership with AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading expansion platform.

BotGuard OÜ raises €12M to defend web hosting providers

BotGuard OÜ, an Estonia-founded cyber security software company that helps web hosting providers control traffic and protect their infrastructure from malicious threats, has secured a €12 million Series A funding round led by MMC Ventures.

Motherhood penalty: UK mothers earn less per hour than fathers

The disparity in the gender pay gap has intensified, with the median hourly pay difference between mothers and fathers expanding by 93p since 2020.