Fiverr has unveiled its new Financial Services Vertical, recognising the financial sector's significant influence on the global economy and addressing the rising demand for roles such as fractional CFOs. This initiative aims to support a new wave of startups and entrepreneurs.

Feldspar, the UK-based technology company, has announced three senior appointments to its newly formed board of directors, including the role of chairperson.

As the country braces for an anticipated "painful" Budget this autumn, fresh research from independent SME funder Bibby Financial Services (BFS) highlights that UK SMEs see tax incentives and access to finance as crucial for unlocking growth.

OX Delivers has announced plans to nearly double its UK workforce, initiating a recruitment drive for various skilled roles at its West Midlands headquarters. This expansion aligns with the company's next phase in developing its next-generation electric truck, where these roles will be key to scaling up continuous truck production.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) have launched applications for their upcoming Reverse Pitch events – a dynamic initiative that brings together government and startups to drive digital transformation and enhance the citizen experience.

The Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) celebrated 30 years of the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) on 18th September.

In a nation increasingly drawn to the power of positive thinking, more than half of Brits (52%) are turning to manifestation as their preferred method for turning aspirations into reality. From daily meditations to vision boards, these practices are becoming a regular part of many people's routines.

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) opens registration for CES 2025. CES 2025 will break news of groundbreaking tech, facilitate unparalleled networking, and introduce game-changing innovations. CES is the most powerful tech event in the world and takes place January 7-10, 2025 in Las Vegas.

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and France Digitale, the leading startup association in Europe, are once again partnering to co-host CES Tech Trends, a global kickoff event for CES 2025. CES Tech Trends will be held on September 18, 2024 at the Musée des Arts Forains in Paris during France Digitale’s FDDay 2024. This top innovation event convenes European entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to discuss the latest trends in business, tech, and society. CES Tech Trends will preview what to expect at CES 2025. Owned and produced by CTA, CES 2025 returns to Las Vegas January 7-10, 2025. 

For the first time in history, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and CES are launching a shared brand identity. Also, CES.tech is transforming with a completely new design, offering an enhanced user experience. 

BlueFlame AI, a specialist in Gen AI solutions for the alternative investment management sector, has unveiled Nexus, an AI-powered tool designed to revolutionise how firms locate, analyse, and report on unstructured data within their documents.

Sage, a prominent provider of accounting, financial, HR, and payroll solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), has unveiled its Carbon Measurement API. This tool aims to equip banks with the necessary resources to assist their SME clients on the journey toward achieving net-zero emissions.

Worksmart is marking its sixth anniversary, celebrating six years of transforming the work-life balance for local professionals with its premium serviced offices in the heart of Cheshire.

A new analysis commissioned by Thermology Health, a medtech spin-out from the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), revealed that its technology for screening and detecting diabetic foot ulcers could significantly improve patient outcomes and save the NHS more than £200 million annually over the next five years.

The Baltic States' premier startup event, Startup Fair, returns to Vilnius, Lithuania, on 3rd October. This year's event expects to attract over 2,000 participants and 430 investors from 68 countries. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from over 60 speakers, watch a startup competition, and network with key players in the industry.

The Oil and Gas Automation and Digitalisation Congress (AUTOMA 2024) will be held in Düsseldorf, Germany on 14-16 October 2024. The Congress assembles leading companies from the oil and gas industry to explore the latest trends in automating and digitising processes, shaping the future of the whole value chain.

Gathr, formerly known as London Tech Drinks and London Private Equity Drinks, has stepped into the spotlight as one of the UK’s most active high-growth communities. With a trusted network of nearly 10,000 founders, operators, investors, and service providers, Gathr’s mission is to facilitate connections, foster learning, and drive growth through a range of distinct offerings, including its new Gathr to Find B2B marketplace.

Health Innovation East, the innovation branch of the NHS in the East of England, and 42 Technology (42T), a product design and innovation consultancy, are teaming up to host a free webinar focused on advancing the NHS's net zero ambitions.

Aerospace Xelerated (AX), the Boeing-supported startup accelerator, announced its sponsorship of the Vista East-West Startup Hub at the upcoming Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi on 25th-26th September.

Imperial College London announces its first physical presence in the US, with a new hub located in San Francisco.