Mitsubishi invests in Advanced Ionics

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has announced that it has invested in Advanced Ionics, a high efficiency, low-temperature water vapour electrolysis technology startup company headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Is tech the universal force for good?

The technology industry has developed in broadly three phases to date. The era of the nerds, the reverence, and now the tech-lash. But first, let’s rewind to an earlier simpler time.

Celebrating the Achievements of Women in Technology

The annual everywoman in Technology Awards, celebrating the most inspirational women working in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), are open for nominations for 2024 and have announced their new title partner, Bupa Global & UK.

Over a quarter of women have left their job after being made to feel uncomfortable

Law firm, Irwin Mitchell, has recently conducted a nationally representative study into the ‘trend’ of quiet firing. 

Small business growth planning hits 3 year high

The proportion of UK small businesses working on specific initiatives to secure business growth has reached its highest level for three years – with 71% of enterprises working on specific strategies to improve their future prospects – according to new research from Novuna Business Finance.

Veli.io app launches to democratise the crypto world

Blockchain is set to revolutionise our world, even more than the internet itself, according to financial experts. While the cryptocurrency market evolves and new investment platforms continue to emerge, lucrative crypto investments continue to only be accessible to large investors with access to wealth managers and behind-the-scenes know-how. With the launch of Veli.io app across Europe, this is going to change.

Flying high: a Q&A with George Richardson, CEO of AeroCloud

George Richardson is the CEO and Co-Founder of AeroCloud Systems, a provider of operation automation software for small to medium-sized airports worldwide. Prior to his startup venture, Richardson was a young professional sports car endurance racing driver.

BDD secures £2 million to fuel expansion for clinical trials

Integrated drug formulation and clinical trials company, BDD has secured a further round of investment for £2 million to aid the company’s expansion in response to growing demand for both its patented drug delivery technology and specialist clinical trial services.

Support for UK fintechs with new FinTech Growth Fund

UK FinTech Growth Partners will launch the FinTech Growth Fund, the first investment fund of its kind focused on supporting growth stage fintechs as they scale.

Octopus Energy finds brokers negatively impact small businesses

Transparency about level of commissions, a commission cap, and an end to cold calls, are some steps that could be taken to bring the spiralling energy broker market under control, a new report by Octopus Energy for Business reveals. 

IT is the best sector to invest in, new study reveals

The study, conducted by InvestinGoal.com, analysed the consistency, reliability, and average returns of all sectors that the companies within the S&P 500 index are divided into to identify the most lucrative investment opportunities.

Labour scheduling in the time of a tight market

Demand for workers is higher than ever before − one in three employers struggled with staff shortages at the end of 2022. As a result, businesses seeking to increase retention and boost engagement levels need to ensure they are delivering flexible schedules that meet the needs of all employees.

Phasecraft raises £13 million to become first to reach practical quantum advantage

Phasecraft, a startup led by top academics developing quantum algorithms, has raised a £13 million Series A funding round led by Silicon Valley deeptech VC, Playground Global. AlbionVC also joined the round along with participation from existing investors Episode1, Parkwalk Advisors, LCIF, and UCL Technology Fund.

Football Star Bukayo Saka and Fiverr Launch Incubator Programme

Fiverr, the company reshaping global collaboration, has unveiled the next phase of its partnership with England and Arsenal football star Bukayo Saka, which centres around the launch of Ideatorr, a brand-new incubator programme.

Embedded AI could add over $500 billion in value to SMEs globally

Enterprises that successfully embed AI across all business functions will see their long-term value spike, says Lee Chin Jian, Vice President at DAI Magister

Affordability cited by employers as biggest challenge in supporting staff

According to new research from GRiD, the industry body for the group risk sector, affordability – competing with budget for other business needs – was cited as the biggest challenge in supporting the health and wellbeing of staff, by 30% of employers. However, 98% of those that measure the impact to the business in supporting staff say it is positive.

Rodez AF Partners with Wiremind for enhanced ticketing

Rodez Aveyron Football (Rodez AF) has entered into a strategic collaboration with Wiremind to upgrade its ticketing management and operations. This partnership heralds a new era for the club’s ticketing system, as they integrate the all-encompassing ticketing management platform, EVENTORI, into their existing system.

Essity Ventures joins forces with FemTechLab to support women’s health

Global hygiene and health company Essity has partnered with FemTech Lab to support startups in the area of women’s health, hygiene and wellbeing this Autumn 2023.

How can AI supercharge B2B Customer Success?

AI is the word on everyone’s lips. Its possibilities are being explored in every industry, from AI improvising along with musicians to new tech allowing restaurant workers to replicate Michelin star meals.

bp Leads $12.5 Million Series A Investment In Hydrogen Electrolyser Innovator

Advanced Ionics, the developer of a new category of hydrogen electrolysers useful for expanding green hydrogen production, closed a $12.5 million Series A financing led by bp ventures, with additional investors including Clean Energy Ventures, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and GVP Climate.