Digital Catapult has unveiled the eight companies selected for its High Growth AI Accelerator, part of the Innovate UK BridgeAI programme, in collaboration with creative industry leaders such as LADbible Group, Merlin Entertainments, Bauer Media Group, and Music Technology UK.

In its ongoing mission to decarbonise the built environment, lightweight solar energy innovator Solivus recently completed a large-scale solar installation for Astute Electronics at its UK headquarters in Hertfordshire. Astute, a global leader in electronics distribution and supply chain management for industries like defence, aerospace, and energy, sought to harness clean energy from the 1,524 square metre rooftop of its warehouse as part of its sustainability goals.

Hundreds of independent vape stores across the UK are set to benefit from a pioneering AI app that provides automated and highly accurate facial age estimation, removing guesswork from age checks and mitigating the risk of fines that can exceed £1,500.

Moth, a startup in quantum algorithms for generative AI in the creative sector, has announced the appointment of James Wootton as its new Chief Scientific Officer.

London-based AI company, Engine, has officially introduced Bid Writer, an AI-driven tool aimed at reshaping the way businesses handle proposal writing.

BITS Pilani is launching IGNITE 2024, its flagship startup pitching competition, on November 9th-10th at the BITS School of Management (BITSOM), Mumbai. Aimed at early-stage startups, this event offers an unparalleled chance to pitch to over 70 of India’s leading venture capitalists and angel investors, including Anthill Ventures, Acumen, and Unicorn India Ventures.

The past year has seen a rapid acceleration in the rate of adoption of Generative AI (GenAI) solutions.

Discovery Park, a science and innovation hub in Sandwich, Kent, has opened applications for the third round of its business growth programme, ‘Discovery Spark’.

A recent survey conducted by CommsCo PR has shed light on the shifting attitudes of AI experts, marketers, and influencers toward artificial intelligence and major tech companies. The findings indicate a growing distrust of big tech firms and a strong demand for tighter regulations, alongside cautious expectations for AI’s potential impact over the next five years.

Culture15, a business culture platform, has introduced a new AI-powered feature that aims to transform how organisations assess and manage their workplace culture. This innovative tool translates qualitative employee feedback into clear, measurable data, eliminating vague interpretations and providing deeper insights.

Global small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are showing renewed confidence in their future growth, according to recent research from Alibaba.com, a prominent B2B e-commerce platform.

The UK Government has partnered with Greenpixie, a UK-based cloud startup, to enhance both the accessibility and sustainability of its digital services.

VentureCEO has officially kicked off its ‘Future of Data’ cohort, the flagship early-stage programme developed by Cooper Parry’s Tech & High Growth team, which is recognised as a leading advisor for UK startups and scaleups in the accounting and tax sectors.

The Government has unveiled the Labour Market Advisory Board, created to address what is being described as the most significant employment challenge in decades.

Quantum Metric, a digital analytics platform focused on customer-driven insights, has launched a new product suite aimed at enhancing the analytical capacity of businesses with complex digital environments.

A recent survey by Helm, a UK based entrepreneur network, revealed that 60% of its members are contemplating leaving the country to avoid a potential rise in Capital Gains Tax (CGT).

Despite the widespread availability of gigabit connectivity across London, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the capital continue to struggle with slow and unreliable broadband. High costs and complex procurement processes are deterring many SMEs from securing the reliable internet services they need, creating a significant barrier to productivity, innovation, and competitiveness.

Xiphera, a Finnish startup specialising in hardware-based security solutions, has unveiled a project to develop quantum-resilient Authenticated Boot and Hardware Root of Trust systems for space-grade semiconductor architectures.

Maven Capital Partners, a private equity firm based in the UK, has completed the sale of its stake in CB Technology (CBT), a specialist in electronics contract manufacturing, following its acquisition by Elite Electronic Systems (Elite).

An opportunity to secure £150,000 in funding, advertising, and resource support is now open to entrepreneurs from less advantaged backgrounds outside of London, thanks to Havas Boost, an entrepreneurship programme launched by Havas Media Network UK.