A research report commissioned by Hewlett Packard Enterprise revealed that only 32% of IT leaders in the UK and Ireland feel their organisations are fully prepared to harness the benefits of AI, despite 96% having initiated or completed the establishment of AI goals. The report highlights significant strategic shortcomings, such as misalignment between processes and metrics, leading to a fragmented approach that could worsen implementation challenges.

Crypto Quantique, a provider of quantum-driven security for the Internet of Things (IoT), has introduced a specialised randomness test suite for Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs). Named TuRiNG, this suite tackles the unique challenges associated with testing PUFs, which are increasingly embedded in semiconductors to generate secure, regenerable random numbers.

hofer powertrain, a global company in efficient drivetrain solutions, has announced an initiative aimed at slashing electric drive design time by 80% using advanced AI and deeptech innovations.

Aghanim, a fintech company specialising in mobile gaming, has announced a strategic partnership with Adyen, the global financial technology platform favoured. This collaboration will enhance Aghanim’s direct-to-consumer platform, providing mobile game developers and publishers with robust payment processing capabilities worldwide.

Discovering Safety, a programme of work delivered by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Britain’s health and safety regulator, has started work with Safetytech Accelerator, a technology accelerator specialising in safety-critical industries, and a group of technology providers and construction organisations to help develop products that use its regulatory information to accelerate productivity and compliance in construction.

Recent research highlights the substantial impact of immigrants on the UK's entrepreneurial landscape, revealing that 39% of Britain’s top 100 fastest-growing companies were founded by individuals born outside the UK.

Aurora Media Worldwide, a multi-award-winning production house providing content services across live and non-live channels, has just announced its expansion to Saudi Arabia and the opening of its new office, facilitated by AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading expansion platform.

Andrew Smith, Kyocera’s CISO, has shared his top five tips to make sure any organisation can take advantage of AI, without the security pitfalls.

As traditional banks increasingly withdraw from small business lending, accountants and business advisers face mounting pressure to find viable funding options for their clients. In response to these challenges, Paddock Capital has emerged, offering a fresh, ethically-guided approach to finance.

Silver Telegram PR Agency has unveiled its "State of Tech" white paper for Summer 2024, offering a comprehensive analysis of the latest trends, data, and insights shaping the global technology sector.

Altery, a fintech startup based in the UK, has joined forces with Uzum Bank, a prominent digital bank in Uzbekistan, to deliver advanced and cost-efficient money transfer services tailored for the rapidly expanding Uzbek market

Virgin Bet is proud to announce its inaugural Personal Safety Partnership with WalkSafe, the UK’s top personal safety app.

The EMERGE International Tech Conference is returning to Yerevan with the mission of showcasing innovators from emerging markets to the world and connecting experienced VCs with fresh IT talent. This year, the conference is shifting from its traditional format for the first time, placing networking and relationship building at the center of the agenda. EMERGE Conference will be held on September 25-26 at o2 Gardens, Armenia’s first-of-its-kind oxygen-rich environment.

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has unveiled a pioneering initiative aimed at transforming energy and resource consumption within the forestry and textile industries. The initiative, named "Energy First," introduces innovative low-carbon, water-efficient technologies with the potential to reduce water consumption by up to 90% and cut overall energy use by more than half.

IBASE Technology Inc., a provider of embedded computing solutions, has unveiled the MI1002 Mini-ITX motherboard, featuring Intel® Core™ Ultra processors Series 1 (Meteor Lake-PS platform) with LGA1851 socket support. The newly launched motherboard integrates advanced AI capabilities, superior graphics performance, and impressive energy efficiency, making it ideal for demanding applications in AI, edge computing, and IoT environments.

James McPherson, a 25-year-old entrepreneur from Bournemouth, has soared to new heights with the support of two SWEF enterprise grants from the Dorset Community Foundation.

Reboxed, a circular economy startup, has launched ReboxedOS, a comprehensive platform designed to simplify and accelerate the recommerce of consumer electronics. The platform enables brands to quickly establish and scale co-branded resale, trade-in, and recycling programmes, boosting both revenue and sustainability efforts.

Small businesses are gaining traction with a positive growth outlook for the coming year. According to the latest Enterprise Nation Small Business Barometer, 20% of small businesses are now gearing up to revive their growth strategies, marking a seven-percentage point increase compared to last year.

Between 16-18 October 2024, Blue Earth Summit will land in London with an action led schedule and a mission led manifesto: Inspire. Connect. Act.

Koa Health, a global provider of mental healthcare services, has announced the launch of Koa Care 360. Koa Care 360 is a comprehensive mental health platform designed to help employers offer personalised care to their employees, including preventative services, online therapy, and customised solutions tailored to each individual’s needs.