UK tech scaleups now have access to invaluable insights into the most sought-after technologies in the APAC region, thanks to a newly launched online library from the UK-APAC Tech Growth Programme. This resource features a collection of free workshops and detailed reports designed to help UK businesses make their first foray into this dynamic market.

The EMERGE International Tech Conference is set to return to Yerevan, bringing together trailblazers from emerging markets and seasoned venture capitalists eager to discover the next wave of IT talent.

Zoom has launched a new single-use webinar service, capable of accommodating up to 1 million participants. Expanding beyond its existing monthly and annual webinar subscriptions, Zoom now provides flexible options tailored to larger audiences.

Global fintech Revolut has reached agreements with a group of leading technology investors to offer employees liquidity through a secondary share sale, valuing the company at $45 billion. As of July 2024, Revolut has over 45 million customers worldwide.

Qubit Capital has transformed the landscape of startup investment, reshaping how entrepreneurs connect with investors through its innovative AI-powered matchmaking platform. In the second quarter of 2024 alone, Qubit facilitated over $9 million in funding for various startups, providing them with the financial backing needed to navigate the competitive market.

Finnish startup Kuva Space has successfully launched its first commercial microsatellite, Hyperfield-1, as part of SpaceX's Falcon 9 rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, US.

The global RegTech sector is on track for robust growth, with a projected annual CAGR of about 24%, likely pushing its valuation to $28 billion by 2028.

Small business owners are, on average, 42% overconfident in their money management, according to a new survey of +750 small and medium businesses (SMBs) by online banking and money management platform, Relay, and independent research company, RKI.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) make up a staggering 99.9% of the business landscape, yet for many, navigating the legal landscape remains a complex, challenging, and often costly endeavour.

AstroAgency, a space-focused communications firm, has announced a strategic partnership with New Scientist Live, the annual science and space event in London. The collaboration aims to highlight the opportunities within the UK’s rapidly growing space industry while inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in space. The partnership also seeks to educate the public on the critical role satellites play in our daily lives and challenge common misconceptions about space travel and exploration.

JetLearn, a company in online one-on-one education in coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence for children and teenagers, has recently formed a partnership with the NHS Staff Benefits Programme. This collaboration is set to extend JetLearn’s highly rated tech education programmes – praised on platforms like Trustpilot and Google Reviews – to the families of NHS employees.

Robin AI, a legal artificial intelligence (AI) assistant for businesses, has teamed up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to streamline complex legal processes and advance the development of a significant new AI-driven legal market.

The global B2B telecommunications industry is set to converge in the heart of Paris this October for Network X, the premier event that unites leaders, innovators, and visionaries from across telecoms network infrastructure. Held from 8-10 October at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Network X 2024 promises an immersive experience, showcasing the latest network technologies, fostering invaluable connections, and setting the stage for the next wave of advancements in connectivity.

New research from Xero, a global platform for small businesses, highlights a growing disconnect between how UK consumers prefer to pay and how small businesses prefer to receive payments.

New research from Deltek, a provider of software for project-based businesses, highlights that while 79% of professional services firms plan to boost their investment in emerging technologies, significant hurdles are slowing down adoption.

On 13th August 2024, the Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) and the University of Sydney formalised a strategic alliance in Sydney aimed at nurturing the next wave of unicorns, with a particular emphasis on new energy, digitalisation, and the transformation of traditional industries.

New research from TalkTalk Business has uncovered that nearly a quarter (23%) of UK SMEs faced technical failures in the past year, leading to significant financial strain. The study found that 17% of SMEs incurred costs between £500-999 due to these tech issues, while 12% reported losses of £2,000-3,999, and 7% suffered a staggering £8,000-9,999 hit.

Fiverr has unveiled a new partnership with Martha Stewart, the renowned entrepreneur, author, and television personality, who is set to become the face of its latest advertising campaign and social media content.

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned a series of advertisements promoted by Steven Bartlett.

AllBright, the global organisation dedicated to advancing women’s careers at every stage, is set to acquire everywoman, an international leader in learning and development, in a strategic move that will amplify both organisations' efforts to promote gender equality and professional growth.