$60M raise accelerates carbon in the advanced manufacturing race

Silicon Valley–based additive manufacturing company, Carbon, announces it has raised $60 million in new funding. The round was headlined by current investors Sequoia Capital, Silver Lake, adidas, Baillie Gifford, Madrone, and Northgate.

Functional tech is costing UK businesses revenue, but AI could help

As UK organisations strive to boost productivity in a challenging economy, new research from TeamViewer highlights concern about dysfunctional technology. Digital friction, the study reveals, is quietly eroding business performance and limiting productivity gains across industries. 

89% of businesses adopt AI workloads, but fail to manage exposures

According to the ‘State of Cloud and AI Security 2025’ report by Tenable, developed in collaboration with the Cloud Security Alliance, 89% of organisations today are either running (55%) or piloting (34%) AI workloads.

Build your AI career path with AWS

The World Economic Forum estimates 40% of core job skills will change by 2030, with employers already paying an average of 47% more for workers with AI skills, according to Skillsoft’s 2024-2025 IT Skills & Salary Report.

How startups can use PR to build trust in an AI-driven world

In an age where algorithms generate headlines and AI-written content floods our feeds, audiences are craving something more human, which means truth, credibility, and connection are more important than ever.

Why employees are ditching the office Christmas party

Once the highlight of the corporate calendar, the office Christmas party has long symbolised celebration, team spirit, and a well-earned end to the year. But recent headlines – and countless social media horror stories – suggest that the shine has worn off.

How instant payments are driving a new era of short-term lending

In today’s fast-paced economy, managing cash flow can be a balancing act. For many, the timing between income and expenses isn’t always perfect. A sudden, unexpected cost or a planned purchase can create a temporary need for a financial boost.

Startup founder joins UK review tackling barriers to entrepreneurship

Finance lecturer, author, and award-winning entrepreneur, Tara Askham, has been appointed to the Steering Committee for the Maple Review, a government-backed independent review led by Small Business Britain and supported by Xero, focused on tackling the barriers that economic deprivation creates for UK entrepreneurs.

Half of UK small businesses need funding to power growth into 2026
Half of UK small businesses need funding to power growth into 2026

Ahead of the Autumn Budget, with small business owners already worried about the prospect of tax hikes, 53% of UK small business owners say they need to secure funding or finance in order to invest in growth plans for 2026.

Making the numbers add up in outreach strategy

Outreach is a network problem. Stop the scattergun strategy; data-driven networks are the smarter way to solve it, explains Luke Ibbotson, Manager at commercial data solutions provider JMAN Group.

59% of UK SME founders abandon loan applications midway

A new report released at Web Summit, Lisbon, by one of the UK’s fastest growing fintech lenders, Juice, uncovers the hidden behavioural forces driving the UK’s £65 billion SME funding gap, and how lenders, fintech’s, and policymakers must act to close it.

How virtual events can help startups build credibility

For most startups, building credibility takes a lot of hard work, as they must demonstrate consistency and competence to build trust. They may have a great product or service, but until people trust the brand, growth stalls.

Gen Alpha: flexibility and tech to revolutionise the workplace by 2040
Gen Alpha: flexibility and tech to revolutionise the workplace by 2040

New research has revealed that Generation Alpha expect their jobs to be dramatically different to those of their parents, from the death of the daily commute and email to working regularly with robots at work. 

Partnership allows companies access to Chinese innovation

Companies can now access China’s fast-growing innovation ecosystem via a new partnership between UK innovation scaleup Wazoku and InnoMatch, the Chinese open innovation platform.

OptAI wins CES 2026 Innovation Award

OptAI has announced that it has been named a CES 2026 ‘Innovation Award Honouree’ for its proprietary platform, OptHancer. The award recognises OptAI’s technological achievements ahead of CES 2026, the world’s largest consumer electronics and IT exhibition, taking place this January in Las Vegas.

World’s first AI app measuring period blood volume launches in UK

Menstrual health startup Joii is launching the world’s first AI-powered app that measures period blood volume in the UK, transforming a guessing game into data that doctors can’t dismiss.  

AI RAMS software
AI RAMS software: a smarter way for startups to manage health and safety

For many startup businesses in the UK, managing health and safety can be one of the most time-consuming and complex parts of running operations. Between writing detailed risk assessments, preparing method statements, and keeping up with HSE compliance, it’s easy for small teams to feel overwhelmed. That’s where RAMS software can make a real difference.

Ada Ventures launches AI “Deck Genius” to help founders fine-tune their pitch
Ada Ventures launches AI “Deck Genius” to help founders fine-tune their pitch

Ada Ventures, the pre-seed investment firm backing inclusive alpha founders across the UK and Europe, has launched an AI-powered pitch deck review tool for founders that allows them to access VC-grade feedback before they share their materials with prospective investors.

How to start a mobile app development business: a practical UK guide
How to start a mobile app development business: a practical UK guide

If you’re looking to launch a mobile app development business, now is a great time. With millions of mobile devices in use across the UK, demand for innovative mobile applications continues to rise. Whether you’re interested in building native apps, hybrid apps, or cross platform apps, this guide will help you get started. For expert insight and inspiration, you can explore how UK app designers approach the process from concept to launch.

Small Business Britain and Starling partner to boost female entrepreneurship

Starling has teamed up with Small Business Britain for a campaign to empower women across the UK to start and grow their businesses.