myPlane, the online booking engine for commercial passenger charter flights, has reported soaring demand from airlines and travel buyers as it seeks to modernise the €100 billion commercial air charter market.
Dojo, a payment technology provider, has announced a major milestone in its mission to support SMEs across the UK. Through its long-standing partnership with global embedded financing platform YouLend, Dojo has extended over £1 billion in flexible funding since 2020.
Space Forge, known for driving a new era in clean industry by advancing research, development, and production of high-performance materials in space, has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Voyager Space. This agreement is setting the groundwork for collaboration between the companies, with a focus on expanding the possibilities for space-based research and manufacturing.
The market has rapidly shifted towards digital and contactless transactions. This means that choosing the right payment solution has become essential for small businesses. SumUp and LoPay are two prominent contenders, each providing versatile tools tailored to support various industries, including retail, hospitality, and freelance services.
The UK faces an unprecedented housing shortage, with government targets aiming to deliver over 300,000 new homes yearly.
CybaVerse, a rapidly advancing player in the cyber security space, has secured over £1.1 million in funding, fuelling its vision for growth and innovation. Backed by FSE Group, Haatch, Founder & Lightning, and several angel investors, including FSE angels and the University of Sussex Business Angels group, this milestone highlights CybaVerse’s momentum as it redefines the future of cyber security with its SaaS platform, CybaVerse AI.
UK startups need more support in understanding an increasingly complex early-stage funding process. A new survey from Angel Investment Network (AIN), an online angel investment platform, reveals that less than half of respondents (44%) said they had a good understanding of the fundraising process when dealing with investors. Less than one in seven (15%) described this as very good.
Inventions in fields such as vaccines or mRNA research, materials science, or advances in laser technology, all owe their existence to university research. A new report published by the European Patent Office (EPO) has found that patent applications for inventions originating in European universities have been on the rise over the past two decades, and now account for 10.2% of all patents filed at the EPO by European applicants.
Globally acclaimed digital analyst, author, and visionary Brian Solis will take the stage at ISE 2025 on Tuesday 4 February to present the Opening Keynote. Known for his profound insights into the intersection of technology, business, and culture, Solis will share his vision on how the pro AV and systems integration industry can change and innovate through the latest developments in AI.
Cambridge has set out a plan to supercharge the impact of the Greater Cambridge area by doubling the rate at which it builds unicorns, doubling the venture capital investment the city’s startups receive, and creating twice as many science and innovation companies – all within a 10-year timetable.
Fcode Labs, a software development and IT consulting services provider, has announced the release of its latest whitepaper, “The Pivotal Role of Quality Assurance in Tech Startups.”
Nancy Steidl is excited to announce the upcoming release of her business book, The Art of Analogies in Business, How to Start a Business in Layman’s Terms, set to launch in December 2024. This essential business book aims to simplify the process of starting and running a business, making it accessible for individuals with little to no prior knowledge, as well as offering valuable insights for seasoned business owners.
Starting a B2B business can be an exciting yet challenging endeavour, especially when it comes to managing logistics. For any new business dealing with physical goods, transportation is a crucial aspect that can impact costs, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Inicio AI, a fintech startup based in the West Midlands has been awarded £1.25 million as part of the One To Win pitch competition at Birmingham Tech Week’s Tech Awards. One to Win is spearheaded by TechWM, set up to promote tech in the region, with support from sponsors Rigby Group plc, SCC, Haatch, and the West Midlands Co-Investment Fund (delivered through Midven, part of Future Planet Capital). It is the largest single prize for any pitch competition in the UK.
Vanta, the trust management platform, has released its annual State of Trust Report 2024, an in-depth analysis uncovering global trends in security, compliance and trust.
JLR has announced the launch of its latest Open Innovation Hub in India to identify and work closely with startups to develop the next generation of products and services that will help to define JLR’s future client experiences.
Chiller units are an essential part of many industrial and commercial operations. They help maintain the necessary temperature for various processes, from manufacturing to data centres, keeping systems running efficiently. However, like any equipment, chiller units have a lifespan. Over time, they can become less efficient, more costly to operate, and prone to breakdowns. Knowing when to upgrade your chiller can save money and improve overall performance.
Resurge Growth Partners has announced the launch of a new “venture equity” vehicle designed to bridge the critical gap between venture capital and private equity for high-potential scaleups. Resurge will aim to invest over €120 million via the vehicle over the next three years, with nearly half of the capital already committed from the founding GPs and a leading family office.
Nationally, 86% of UK small business owners are fearful of Autumn Budget announcements that could negatively impact the growth outlook and finances of their enterprises – according to new research from Novuna Business Finance.
Oxford Capital, the Oxford-based venture capital firm, has sold part of its Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) investment in Moneybox, the award-winning savings and investment platform, achieving a return of up to 17x.
