Evolution of Enterprise IT and AI: DTX + UCX Europe 2023 prepares teams for new realm

As 2023’s advancements in technology pose more questions than answers, the industry’s most insightful minds come together at Digital Transformation EXPO Europe (DTX) – the home of digital transformation – and UC EXPO (UCX) – the home of customer and workplace tech.

Why the UK is still attractive to investors

I believe the culture of innovation in the UK is something quite unique. Other than its thriving financial and business service sectors, the country has nurtured over 70 unicorns over the past 20 years.

Top 5 WordPress Website Designs for Beginners

WordPress is a versatile and user-friendly website platform that has become one of the most popular content management systems (CMS) in the world. With over 43.2% of all websites running on WordPress, it is easy to see why it is the preferred choice of many businesses and individuals.

BlackDice – the startup pioneering AI-powered cybersecurity

BlackDice, an emerging player in cybersecurity, is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to combat evolving cyber threats. The firm, headquartered in Leeds (UK), has recently expanded to Malaga (Spain), and is poised to reshape the cybersecurity scene with its innovative solutions.

HiBob named to the 2023 Cloud 100

HiBob, the company behind Bob, the HR platform transforming how organisations operate in the modern world of work, today announces it has been named to the Forbes 2023 Cloud 100. The list is the definitive ranking of the top 100 private cloud companies in the world, published by Forbes in partnership with Bessemer Venture Partners and Salesforce Ventures.

Blueshift Memory computer vision AI accelerator chip

Blueshift Memory, designer of a novel proprietary high-speed memory architecture, has announced the successful completion of a 13-month R&D project to demonstrate the performance of its Cambridge Architecture, which was funded by an Innovate UK Smart grant.

China deflation risks could hit investors worldwide

As China grapples with a serious deflation threat, investors worldwide must prepare for the fallout and adjust their strategies accordingly, warns the CEO of one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory, asset management and fintech organisations.

Top 5 tips on how to embrace sustainability as a startup

Embracing sustainability as a startup is not only a responsible decision for the environment but can also contribute to your business’s long-term success and reputation. The concept of sustainability has transcended its status as a buzzword, and has transformed into a fundamental ethos that drives businesses towards responsible practices, long-term viability, and positive societal influence.

Humans to provide energy source for smart devices of the future

Scientists may have finally found a solution to effectively harvesting energy from humans into electrical energy.

Cytomos secures £4M to advance new approach to cell analysis

Cytomos, an Edinburgh-based life science company that has developed a proprietary new approach to analysing cells, has secured £4 million to scale up market-testing of its technology platform Cytomos Dielectric Spectroscopy (CDS).

How AI can revolutionise productivity for startups

AI has emerged as a prominent focal point in the minds of startup businesses in 2023. The remarkable advancements in AI are impossible to overlook, capturing global attention and dominating headlines worldwide. Around 15% of all businesses have adopted at least one AI technology, which translates to 432,000 companies.

Paid Social strategies that will build your B2B audience

A successful B2B marketing strategy hinges on two things – building awareness and generating qualified leads that can be easily converted into paying customers.

Growth metrics to measure success as an early stage startup

Launching a startup is difficult to say the least. Common thought is that the average time it takes for a company to begin turning a profit is three years – and some of the largest companies today have been through the so called “valley of death” – when a startup is still generating negative cash flow.

How does crafting a solid business plan lead to success?

When an idea begins to take shape, it often exists as a vision within an entrepreneur’s mind, a business plan breathes life into this vision by converting thoughts into goals and objectives. It compels entrepreneurs to dive into market research analyse industries meticulously and gain insights about customers. Through this process clarity emerges, transforming what once seemed elusive into a defined path.

Sizekick launches AI for size recommendations

Munich-based startup Sizekick has launched a new AI technology to reduce size-related returns in e-commerce. The artificial intelligence tool, backed by strategic partner and investor Hohenstein, has attracted well-known brands and retailers.

0xKYC partners with Onfido to provide fraud protection protocols on blockchain

Onfido, a global player in automated digital identity verification, has announced that they have partnered with 0xKYC, an innovative startup bringing zero-knowledge proof identity solutions to Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs).

UK Business Confidence slides and hiring falls

Hiring intentions and business confidence saw declines across both the services and manufacturing sectors in July with economic growth set to slow, according to the latest Business Trends report from accountancy and business advisory firm, BDO.

Embracing the trend of Lazy Girl Jobs

If you’re yet to hear about the Lazy Girl Job trend, then perhaps you’ve been working too much and not spending enough down time scrolling the internet. This new movement has gained popularity quickly and for good reason.

GoStudent raises $95M as investors back the future of education

GoStudent, one of the world’s leading tutoring providers and education platforms, has announced a strategic $95 million raise, with funds being used to realise the company’s hybrid vision and double-down on AI integration.

How to measure progress on a business’s sustainability journey

One of the things you need to set in motion as an early part of your journey is set up the indicators you will use to measure progress and ensure that lessons are continuously captured as new iterations of your product or service emerge.