Beyond School launches to bridge gap between education, AI, and future of work

In a world where AI is rewriting the rules of work, Beyond School is launching to meet the moment. A new platform designed to equip young people with the skills, confidence, and connections they need to thrive.

As tariffs reshape global trade, Europe emerges as a manufacturing powerhouse

Global manufacturing strategies are undergoing a fundamental shift. Tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain disruptions have exposed vulnerabilities in traditional manufacturing hubs, particularly in China. As a result, companies are increasingly looking toward Europe, not just as a market, but as a strategic centre for high-tech 
manufacturing.

Why startup founders can’t afford to skip terms and conditions

In the rush to launch, scale, and secure the next funding round, it is understandable why many startup founders treat terms and conditions (T&Cs) as an afterthought.

CFOs face mounting stress as lack of data hinders decision-making
CFOs face mounting stress as lack of data hinders decision-making

A survey of 1,000 CFOs and senior finance leaders across the UK and Ireland has revealed the growing strain facing finance professionals, with almost all (99%) saying they work evenings or weekends, and nearly two-thirds (64%) doing so often or always.

Antidote launches £2.5M to accelerate next wave of UK Bitcoin and fintech innovation

Antidote, a new London-based accelerator, has launched with £2.5 million in funding from Fulgur Ventures, Initial Capital, and a group of private angel investors.

E-magy and Rebel Cactus sign MoU to co-develop battery cell for children’s smartwatch

At CES Unveiled Europe, E-magy and Rebel Cactus announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-develop a customised lithium-ion battery cell for Rebel Cactus’s next-generation children’s smartwatch.

Vanta State of Trust 2025: AI threats outpace security expertise

Vanta, the AI-powered trust management platform, today released its third annual State of Trust Report, an in-depth analysis uncovering trends in AI, security, compliance, and trust from a survey of 3,500 IT and business leaders across the US, UK, France, Germany, and Australia.

Why AI-assisted R&D is proving a big risk for entrepreneurs and innovators

Small businesses are embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI), utilising its accessibility to optimise processes and unlock efficiencies. Resource-intensive and time-consuming tasks such as Research and Development (R&D) can be fast-tracked, shortening time to market and accelerating growth. However, entrepreneurs and innovators need to tread carefully if they want to maintain a competitive edge.

Are UK scaleups falling behind by keeping AI expertise out of the boardroom?
Are UK scaleups falling behind by keeping AI expertise out of the boardroom?

Just three years after Open AI captured the world’s attention with the release of ChatGPT, artificial intelligence (AI) is already changing the way that scaleup companies innovate, operate, and compete. Despite this, one area has so far avoided serious discussion, namely how AI could transform corporate governance and provide a competitive edge.

Nobody cares about your product yet: how to earn attention before launch

Many founders overestimate launch day. They spend months on building, testing, polishing – and expect that when they finally hit publish, people will notice it straight away. But they usually don’t – not because the product is bad, it’s because no one has a reason to care yet.

Why your startup can’t afford to ignore safety signage (and what happens if you do)

Most founders signing their first office lease are thinking about desk layouts, internet speeds, and how the space will look on Instagram. What they’re not thinking about is the stack of legal obligations that comes with those keys. Beyond sorting out insurance and fire certificates, there’s a surprisingly easy requirement to miss: workplace safety signage.

Prototyping pitfalls: common mistakes startups make (and how to avoid them)

Prototyping is a powerful way to turn ideas into something tangible fast. A prototype can help you explore different concepts, validate assumptions, and gather user feedback before investing serious time and money in full-scale development.

Snowball impresses Dragons, receives offer from all
Snowball impresses Dragons, receives offer from all

Simon Sansome, the creator of Snowball, a startup mobile app that describes itself as ‘the Trip Advisor for the disabled community’, secured backing from all five moguls on the hit BBC show, Dragons’ Den.

Honest Mobile to take on Dragon’s Den
Honest Mobile to take on Dragon’s Den

Honest Mobile, the UKʼs top-rated B Corp challenger mobile network, will appear on Dragonsʼ Den at 8pm on Thursday 30th October 2025 on BBC One and iPlayer.

Legora raises $150M Series C to accelerate rollout of legal AI platform
Legora raises $150M Series C to accelerate rollout of legal AI platform

Legora, the collaborative AI platform for lawyers, has announced the completion of a Series C round of $150 million at a $1.8 billion valuation, led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with significant investment from existing investors ICONIQ, General Catalyst, Redpoint Ventures, Benchmark, and Y Combinator, to accelerate its global expansion and growing product roadmap.

Seeing through the fog: how to drive business growth in 2026

For UK business leaders, the outlook for 2026 is cautiously optimistic yet undeniably complex. Growth forecasts hover just above one percent, while global tensions, high costs and the relentless advance of AI keep many plans in flux.

Small businesses adopt increasingly cautious hiring stance

Small business sales and jobs are still growing but losing momentum following a reasonable start to the year, according to the latest Xero Small Business Insights (XSBI) data from Xero, the global small business platform.

Muon Space: Earth intelligence for a safe and resilient world

In 2021, Jonathan Dyer co-founded Muon Space, an end-to-end space systems provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data.

Uluu raises £7M to scale seaweed plastic alternative

Uluu, an Australian startup which turns seaweed into a plastic alternative, has raised over £7 million ($16 million AUD) in Series A funding to build a demonstration plant for the industrial production of its materials.

Frankie Bridge talks building a brand beyond the spotlight

Frankie Bridge, CEO and Founder of Faves, began her career in the spotlight at just 12 years old. She never imagined her passion would evolve into a long-standing pop career. From her early days in S Club Juniors to continued success in The Saturdays, Frankie has remained a familiar face in the public eye.