The US housing market is short 6.5 million homes after more than a decade of under-building relative to population and demand growth. Cedar has announced a $3 million seed funding round to take this problem head on, with software that helps real-estate developers and professionals maximise the housing potential of urban infill properties.
UK climate tech startup Levidian has announced its first international expansion with the establishment of a new base in Abu Dhabi.
iQ3Connect, a provider of a web-based immersive training and collaboration platform, has announced a seed round of funding through the NOVA Prime Fund, a venture capital fund created by global innovator LG Electronics.
Mangopay, a platform-specific payment infrastructure provider, has announced that it has been authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI).
Over a third (38%) of small businesses have used, or are considering using, AI according to new research from Small Business Britain and the global hiring platform Indeed, which underlines the growing appetite for the nation’s 5.5 million small businesses to embrace cutting-edge technology.
Robin AI, which enables businesses globally to harness the power of AI for legal work, announced that its large language model (LLM)-powered contract copilot can now be added to Microsoft Word as a free add-in.
The quality of mental health, both at the individual and community level, has become a matter of global concern. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 15% of working-age adults were estimated to have a mental disorder in 2019. It is also estimated that $1 trillion is lost every year due to depression and anxiety among workers.
Humane, a startup founded by ex-Apple design and engineering team Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiornio, revealed its first AI device, the Humane AI Pin, at Coperni’s Paris Fashion Week show, ahead of its official unveiling on November 9th.
Government urged to prioritise the development of industry ethical frameworks to boost business confidence and make the UK a global pioneer in responsible AI innovation – ahead of the inaugural UK AI Safety Summit.
The average UK household could save an average of £285 next year on their electricity bills using the latest home energy monitoring sensors, says UK-based energy startup Voltaware.
New data from small business lender iwoca reveals that while more than half of SME owners (55%) feel they have a good understanding of AI, the majority are nervous about how it will impact their business.
Prepare to be captivated and unnerved as we explore the realm of innovation where cutting-edge technology meets creepy creativity. In this journey, we’ll explore the dark corners of the tech startup world, uncovering the top spine-chilling tech startups that are redefining the boundaries of what we ever thought was possible. From trying to bring back extinct species, to a startup aiming to preserve the brain and keep its memories intact, to a lifelike artificial human corpse that can bleed.
New research from Twilio reveals that 50% of UK consumers want the brands they engage with to offer the communication channels they most commonly use in their day-to-day interactions.
Only a fifth (21%) of employees say they have a very good understanding of all the health and wellbeing benefits they’re offered.
Newconomics, the brand new web3 event in Lisbon this November is running an exciting startup pitch competition where participants can win a share of $15,000 to get their business off the ground.
Neteera Technologies, an Israeli-based startup disrupting the contactless patient monitoring market, has announced the successful closing of a $6.7 million Series B extension. The round was led by Aescuvest, a healthcare investment firm, alongside Foxconn Technology Co (FTC), an associate of Hon Hai Precision Industry, a large electronics manufacturer globally.
Dr Renos Savva, Head of Innovation at Discovery Park, shares his experiences working with early-stage life science companies and what founders can do to give their innovation the best chance of successful commercialisation.
Neartail helps local businesses connect directly with their customers, instead of going through marketplaces. By doing so, they are able to create their own brand identity with customers.
A national roadshow to support and raise the profile of small businesses all around the country is being launched by Small Business Saturday to help firms cope with persistent economic challenges.
New research from Novuna Business Finance indicates encouraging signs in small business attitudes, revealing a substantial shift towards prioritising sustainability and a growing recognition of the business benefits it brings.
